Design Engineer Estimation

As a Design Engineer Estimation at Vijay Spheroidal Private Limited in Peenya, Bangalore, your role involves preparing timely and accurate cost estimations to drive business acquisition efforts. You will need technical acumen in casting and machining processes, strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with application engineers and marketing, and the ability to conduct and lead Technical Feasibility Studies (TFS) to support decision-making. Additionally, you must bring a futuristic outlook on leveraging AI and advanced simulation tools (CAD/CFD/CAM) to improve accuracy and speed of estimations. **Key Responsibilities:** - Prepare cost estimates for castings, machining, tooling, and gauges based on customer drawings and specifications. - Develop preliminary BOM (Bill of Materials) and process flow diagrams to support quotation accuracy. - Conduct Technical Feasibility Studies (TFS) and lead TFS meetings with cross-functional teams. - Collaborate closely with application engineers, SCM, and finance teams to finalize quotations. - Apply knowledge of casting, machining, and special processes to optimize cost competitiveness. - Embrace AI-driven tools, CAD/CFD/CAM simulations, and digital estimation platforms for continuous improvement. **Qualifications Required:** - B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (M.Tech preferred). - 02 years of experience (competent fresher) OR ideally 4-6 years in estimation/costing within manufacturing, foundry, or machining environment. **Additional Details of the Company:** - The company, Vijay Spheroidal Private Limited, is located in Peenya, Bangalore. - They emphasize on developing products, driving growth, enabling collaboration, and applying knowledge. - The Design & Engineering department, where this role belongs, reports to the Head of Design & Engineering. In this role, you will review customer drawings and specifications, estimate cycle times, material utilization, and release accurate budget quotes within agreed timelines. Your success will be measured by on-time submission of estimates, accuracy of costing vs. actual project execution, effective TFS leadership, collaboration quality with application engineering and marketing, and contribution to quotation win-rate and business acquisition. To excel in this position, it is essential to have a strong foundation in mechanical/manufacturing engineering principles, familiarity with casting and machining processes, proficiency in CAD tools, analytical skills, good interpersonal and communication skills, and curiosity for digital transformation and AI. You should also possess a collaborative mindset, passion for manufacturing, a futuristic thinker, high ownership, and strong written and verbal communication skills.,