Senior Engineer/Engineer - Cost Estimation

Role: Senior Engineer/Engineer - Cost Estimation

Type: Full time

Job Description/Roles

• Review the data required for die quotes (BOM, CAD, Drawing, GD&T and other documents)
• Review essential data for die quotations, including BOM, CAD models, drawings, GD&T, and supporting documents
• Determine the appropriate stamping process (Progressive, Transfer, or Tandem) based on part and production requirements
• Organize and structure data according to process needs and manage quote requests with designated tool shops
• Evaluate and consolidate quotations received from tool shops into standardized formats
• Develop preliminary process and method plans
• Estimate blank size requirements using FTI (Forming Suite) for the stamping process
• Prepare comprehensive cost estimates for stamped parts, covering material, press and die/tooling costs
• Document and maintain costing details within Quotation/Costing system
• Monitor timelines and track all die quotation activities to ensure timely execution
• Collaborate regularly with Process/Die Engineering and Corporate Quotation teams

Qualifications/Requirements

• B.E./B.Tech with 5 years or a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with 7 years of experience
• Strong skills in data handling and MS Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Good skills in CAD software such as CATIA V5 or UG NX, and FTI (Forming Suite)
• Solid understanding of stamping processes (Progressive, Transfer, Tandem) and die design
• Knowledge of blank development, forming simulations and feasibility analysis for sheet metal parts
• Familiarity with tool costing, build timelines, and piece price estimation for stamped components
• Understanding of press operations and tooling requirements
• Hands-on experience in tool shops and direct interaction with shop floor operations
• Fluent in English (spoken, written and reading)
• Strong communication and proactive problem-solving abilities
• Capable of delivering results under tight deadlines

Job Location: Hyderabad.