Manufacturing Estimator

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER

Location: Tyrone, GA | On-Site
Schedule: Monday–Friday | Full-Time
Reports To: Engineering Manager
Compensation: Commensurate with Experience
Industry: Metal Stamping, Fabrication & Precision Machining

POSITION OVERVIEW

Our client is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to develop and improve manufacturing processes within a metal stamping, fabrication, and precision machining environment.

This is a hands-on role for an engineer who enjoys solving production problems, improving efficiency, supporting new product launches, and working directly with the shop floor .

You’ll also play an important role in cost estimating and quoting , using drawings, CAD models, specifications, cycle times, tooling requirements, and material costs to help evaluate new business opportunities.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop and improve manufacturing processes for metal stamping, fabrication, and machining operations .
• Support new product launches, including routings, process flows, work instructions, and setup documentation.
• Prepare cost estimates and quotations for manufactured parts and assemblies.
• Review blueprints, CAD models, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Determine process sequences, tooling requirements, cycle times, labor, and overhead costs.
• Design and implement jigs, fixtures, and tooling to improve productivity, safety, and quality.
• Analyze material utilization, machine efficiency, capacity, and production bottlenecks.
• Conduct time studies and identify opportunities to reduce manufacturing costs.
• Lead Lean, 5S, continuous improvement, and cost-reduction initiatives .
• Develop plant layouts and process-flow improvements.
• Troubleshoot production issues alongside Operations, Maintenance, and Quality teams.
• Support corrective and preventive actions related to process and quality issues.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience preferred.
• Experience within metal stamping, fabrication, machining, or a similar manufacturing environment .
• Experience preparing manufacturing cost estimates or customer quotes .
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, machine setup, and production efficiency.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, CAD models, and technical specifications.
• Experience with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar CAD software .
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems, including routings, BOMs, and cost structures.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement .
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable balancing engineering responsibilities with hands-on shop floor support.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• MasterCAM.
• JobBOSS or similar ERP/MRP systems.
• Six Sigma training or experience.
• Metal stamping, precision machining, or fabrication operations.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Compensation commensurate with experience.
• Quarterly bonus eligibility.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) matching.
• Paid Time Off and sick leave.
• 8 paid holidays.
• Life insurance.
• Long-Term Disability and AD&D insurance.
• Health Reimbursement Account.

WHY JOIN?

• Hands-on engineering role with direct impact on production, quality, cost, and efficiency .
• Work across metal stamping, fabrication, and precision machining operations.
• Play a key role in new product launches and process development.
• Opportunity to introduce new technologies and drive continuous improvement throughout the facility.