Estimator

Estimator

We are seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team and contribute to our precision metal fabrication and contract manufacturing services. This role involves generating accurate quotes, developing pricing models, and providing strategic insights to maintain our competitive edge in high-growth sectors such as medical, renewable energy, transportation, and telecom.

Responsibilities :

• Review customer drawings and CAD files to generate accurate quotes.
• Convert quotes into production-ready documents and support quality assurance processes.
• Develop pricing models and analyze profit margins to secure new work and strengthen partnerships.
• Create and present estimates and proposals for new projects tailored to assigned customers.
• Understand customer industries and market trends and share insights with the sales team.
• Utilize ERP / MRP systems, preferably Epicor, for CRM and estimating tasks.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to exceed customer expectations and support growth initiatives.
• Suggest new services or products to expand market reach and communicate ideas to leadership.
• Maintain consistent communication and responsiveness to evolving customer needs.
• Provide monthly updates to sales leadership on customer status, new ideas, project progress, and feedback.
• Occasionally travel to major clients (

Essential Skills :

Additional Skills & Qualifications :

Job Type & Location :

This is a Permanent position based out of Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Pay and Benefits :

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $83000.00 / yr. Medical Insurance- (United Healthcare)NICE HealthcareEmployee Assistance Plan (EAP)HSA - Health Savings Account - (Optum Bank)Dental Insurance - (Delta Dental)Voluntary Vision Insurance - (EyeMed)Life Insurance and Accidental Death & DismembermentVoluntary Life Insurance & Accidental Death & DismembermentShort-Term Disability InsuranceLong-Term Disability InsuranceVoluntary Accident InsuranceVoluntary Critical Illness InsuranceProfit Sharing401(k)Holiday PayPTO (Paid Time Off)Wearables Program

Workplace Type :

This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis, MN.

Application Deadline :

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

About Actalent :

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.