RFQ COSTING ENGINEER

Job Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and oversee engineering projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop project schedules, milestones, and resource allocation plans.
• Coordinate with internal teams (design, production, quality, and process engineering) to ensure project requirements are met.
• Track project progress and provide regular updates to management and stakeholders.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies to prevent project delays or issues.
• Ensure all project documentation, including specifications, drawings, and reports, are accurate and up to date.
• Manage budgets and procurement of materials, tools, and services required for the project.
• Conduct technical reviews and provide engineering guidance to teams.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project execution and efficiency.
• Resolve project-related technical challenges and provide timely solutions.
• Assist in vendor management, including evaluation, selection, and coordination for project-related supplies or services.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, and internal departments (Design, Quality, Production, Procurement).
• Manage supplier qualification, ensure material traceability, and oversee outsourced machining or assembly processes.
• Support prototype builds and NPI (New Product Introduction) activities.
• Ensure all manufactured and assembled components meet tight tolerances and UHP (Ultra-High Purity) standards if applicable.
• Track project costs and ensure operations stay within budget.
• Optimize machining and assembly processes to reduce setup time, scrap, and rework.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation plans (technical, quality, and schedule-related).
• Translate engineering drawings and GD&T into manufacturable processes.
• Work closely with CNC machining, tooling, and assembly teams to ensure precision and repeatability.
• Ensure the use of correct fixtures, jigs, and gauges for machining and assembly validation.
• Support DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFA (Design for Assembly)reviews.

Job requirement

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related Engineering field.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in project engineering, manufacturing, or precision engineering environment.
• Experience managing engineering projects from planning to execution.
• Strong ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
• Knowledge of project management tools and methodologies (e.g., MS Project, Agile, or similar).
• Familiarity with CNC machining, automation, and precision engineering processes is an advantage.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies is a plus