Manufacturing Cost Estimator – Paperless Parts Expert at Regal Research – Plano, Texas

This is not a construction, home-building, or insurance estimation role.
This is your opportunity to step into the future of precision manufacturing.

About Regal Research & Mfg. Co.

We’re a leading contract manufacturer serving the Aerospace, Medical, Commercial, and Semiconductor Equipment industries. Regal is known for combining cutting-edge technology, modern software, and a relentless focus on quality to deliver complex parts for demanding customers. We're headquartered in East Plano, TX, with a clean, well-equipped facility and a strong emphasis on team culture, innovation, and long-term growth.

We are currently seeking a Cost Estimator who is ready to take manufacturing quoting to the next level—with Paperless Parts as the foundation of the process.

About the Role

As a Manufacturing Cost Estimator, you’ll own the quoting process using Paperless Parts, our cloud-based quoting and collaboration platform. Your work will directly influence Regal’s ability to win business, launch new parts quickly, and ensure pricing accuracy. You'll work closely with engineering, sales, project management, and production to translate complex customer requirements into competitive, cost-effective quotes.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives on precision, understands sheet metal and machining processes, and wants to grow with a forward-thinking manufacturing team.

Key Responsibilities - Quote Preparation & Analysis

• Drive the quoting process using Paperless Parts to develop accurate, fast, and repeatable estimates
• Interpret customer drawings, models, and specifications for manufacturability and scope
• Identify cost drivers and risks, and provide transparency in how quotes are structured

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as a technical resource for sales, engineering, and project management teams
• Clarify part features, lead time impacts, and risk factors that affect pricing and execution
• Support the hand-off process from quote to order, ensuring production is set up for success

Documentation & Continuous Improvement

• Document assumptions and variables behind each quote for traceability and clarity
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the quoting process through feedback, automation, and workflow optimization

What You Bring

• Proficiency with Paperless Parts or a similar digital quoting platform is essential
• Working knowledge of CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, and common manufacturing materials/processes
• Familiarity with CAD tools such as SolidWorks (for reading models and recognizing features)
• Strong communication skills for interfacing with technical and non-technical team members
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Modern tools: We’re a Paperless Parts-forward shop with an automation-first mindset
• Growth environment: We invest in your development through training, mentorship, and cross-functional exposure
• Flexible work hours: Maintain balance while contributing meaningfully
• Strong team culture: You’ll work with professionals who care deeply about the craft and each other
• Real impact: You’ll directly help us win key business and launch complex new parts

Ready to do estimation work that actually matters—on parts that push industries forward?
Apply now and help build the future of American manufacturing at Regal Research.

1. Software & Technical Tools

• Experience using Paperless Parts (or a similar digital quoting/estimating platform).
• Ability to read CAD models and drawings using tools such as SolidWorks.
• Comfort working with digital workflows and modern manufacturing software.

2. Manufacturing Knowledge

• Understanding of CNC machining processes.
• Knowledge of sheet metal fabrication.
• Familiarity with manufacturing materials and production methods.
• Ability to review customer drawings/specifications and evaluate whether parts are manufacturable.

3. Estimating / Quoting Skills

• Experience creating cost estimates or manufacturing quotes.
• Ability to identify cost drivers, risks, and lead-time factors in production.
• Skill in structuring detailed quotes and documenting assumptions.

4. Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with engineering, sales, project management, and production teams.
• Explain technical details to both technical and non-technical people.
• Help transfer projects from quote stage to production.

5. Personal Skills

• Attention to detail.
• Strong organization and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable in cross-functional team collaboration.