Sourcing RFQ Engineer in United States at Jobgether

The Sourcing RFQ Engineer will assess customer requirements, determine manufacturing feasibility, and prepare timely, technically sound quotations. Key responsibilities include:

• Analyze technical drawings and 3D CAD models in English to understand specifications, dimensions, tolerances, and production requirements.
• Calculate manufacturing costs, including raw materials, machining hours, labor intensity, and post-processing operations.
• Recommend suitable manufacturing processes based on part geometry, material properties, production requirements, and cost considerations.
• Review 2D drawings and 3D models to evaluate manufacturability and provide design-for-manufacturing (DFM) feedback.
• Prepare, organize, and clarify requests for quotation (RFQs) in collaboration with Sales and Engineering teams.
• Document technical assessments and cost calculations, ensuring clear and accurate transfer of information to the Sales and Commercial teams.
• Prepare high-quality quotations efficiently, targeting turnaround times of approximately one to two working hours whenever feasible.
• Maintain and update quotation databases to ensure pricing accuracy, consistency, and reliable access to information.
• Support workflow optimization and process automation initiatives to improve quoting efficiency and operational performance.
• Evaluate machining, fabrication, and finishing requirements across a broad range of materials and manufacturing technologies.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate is an experienced mechanical or manufacturing engineering professional with strong technical drawing interpretation skills, a thorough understanding of industrial production processes, and the ability to deliver accurate results under time pressure. The following qualifications and competencies are expected:

• Higher technical education in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related discipline.
• At least 6 years of experience in metalworking, mechanical engineering, or a closely related manufacturing field.
• Expert knowledge of manufacturing processes, including turning, milling, CNC machining, electrical discharge machining (EDM), laser, waterjet and plasma cutting, sheet metal fabrication, grinding, and welding.
• Knowledge of post-processing techniques, including polishing, hardening, heat treatment, anodizing, sandblasting, shot blasting, coatings, and painting.
• Understanding of the properties and processing requirements of metals, plastics, and composite materials.
• Strong technical drawing interpretation skills, with expert-level proficiency in assessing specifications and manufacturability.
• Experience with tooling and fixture design for machining, assembly, and welding.
• Knowledge of coatings and heat treatment, as well as the ability to assess labor requirements and manufacturing feasibility.
• Familiarity with CNC CAM programming tools such as SolidWorks, Fusion 360, and CypCut, with a willingness to develop further expertise.
• English proficiency at B2 level or above, with the ability to communicate technical information clearly.
• A customer-oriented mindset, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
• Comfort with modern technology and digital tools, including CAD/CAM software, CRM platforms, and cloud-based systems.
• Ability to work remotely with a reliable high-speed internet connection and a suitable home-office setup.

Benefits:

• Full-time remote work arrangement.
• Flexible working schedule aligned with the US Eastern Time Zone.
• Company-provided desktop computer and monitor.
• Holiday calendar based on EU or local public holidays.
• Opportunity to contribute to manufacturing sourcing, technical cost analysis, and process optimization in a technology-driven environment.