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KUKA · 17 hours ago

Mechanical Estimator

Sterling Heights, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

KUKA is a company that focuses on automation and robotics. They are seeking a Mechanical Estimator who will compile cost estimates for special parts or products, interpret engineering layouts, and maintain knowledge of manufacturing processes, particularly in the automotive industry.

Industrial AutomationSoftware

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Julie Farnsworth

Responsibilities

Compiles estimates of cost on special parts or products as a basis for pricing purposes

Interpret engineering layouts and data

Maintains thorough knowledge of Detroit auto industry base suppliers for design and manufacturing of details and components

Estimates labor hours for the following: Mechanical & Electrical design; Fabrication; Piping; Assembly; Installation Supervision; Machining; Wiring; Try-out on KUKA floor, Try-out on customer floor

Estimates construction costs of proposed equipment including raw material and purchased components

Estimates changes for Project Manager

Negotiates changes with customers

Utilizes and works with project specialist to fine tune standard spreadsheets with standard cost

Maintain knowledge of designs, manufacturing processes and procedures with direct experience in welding, automation and/or robotic equipment

Works with Project Services Group to convert estimate into budget if proposal becomes project

If required, develops written proposal describing proposed scope of work estimated

Develops necessary presentations with Account Executives to assist in closing of business

Develops and maintains standard proposal format for the group. Involves close interaction with engineering, manufacturing and project services

Solicits quotations for support equipment that may be required as part of KUKA's proposal. This includes generating inquiry and defining of scope of work for sub suppliers

Maintain knowledge of PC based software such as Microsoft Office

Understands and follows safety & environmental regulations and identifies safety/environmental concerns

Adheres to the Quality System and participate in continuous improvement

Qualification

Engineering knowledgeWelding experienceAutomation experienceRobotic equipment experienceBody-in-White experienceTrimChassis experienceExcel proficiencyMicrosoft Office knowledgeSafety regulations understandingQuality System adherence

Required

Must have engineering knowledge and be able to interpret engineering layouts and data

Requires extensive knowledge of designs, manufacturing processes and procedures with direct experience in welding, automation and/or robotic equipment