Applications Engineer
Doherty, Circle Pines, MN, United States
Job Description
Manufacturing Estimator
Location:
Blaine, MN
Pay Range:
$40-$45/hr.
Sponsorship/Relocation:
Not available
Join a precision medical manufacturing industry located in Blaine, MN. This role will drive accurate, competitive customer quotations by applying precision machining experience. The Manufacturing Estimator will be reviewing customer RFQs, evaluating manufacturability, and preparing accurate, competitive quotations for precision medical and regulated manufacturing projects. Interested?
Key Responsibilities:
Review customer drawings, specifications, and RFQs to assess manufacturability, risk, and cost drivers
Interpret blueprints and GD&T to support accurate quoting decisions
Enter and maintain accurate quote data in the ERP system
Engage directly with customers to clarify technical requirements and answer manufacturing questions
Apply practical manufacturing judgment to evaluate CNC machining processes and required outside services
Recognize when secondary processes such as heat treatment, passivation, electropolishing, coatings, or stress relieving apply
Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and support staff during quote development and project handoff
Use ERP systems and Office platforms to support quoting and documentation
Utilize CAD tools (SolidWorks or similar) as needed for drawing review and manufacturability assessment
Key Requirements:
Hands on experience in precision machining or manufacturing environments
Strong understanding of CNC machining processes and general manufacturing workflows
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and GD&T
Technical foundation sufficient to evaluate manufacturability, cost drivers, and risk
Strong communication skills and a willingness to engage customers and internal teams
Nice to Have:
Exposure to regulated manufacturing environments (e.g., medical devices, ISO 13485)
Awareness of secondary processes such as heat treat, passivation, electropolishing, coatings, or stress relieving
Experience with ERP systems
Familiarity with CAD tools such as SolidWorks
Background as a machinist, CNC programmer, manufacturing or applications engineer
#SMNCareers
For questions or details about the Manufacturing Estimator role, please call/text Leslie at 952-818-3275 or email Lvoit@doherty.com.
Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, and PTO.
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As an equal-opportunity employer (EOE), Doherty Staffing Solutions welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!
Manufacturing Estimator
Location:
Blaine, MN
Pay Range:
$40-$45/hr.
Sponsorship/Relocation:
Not available
Join a precision medical manufacturing industry located in Blaine, MN. This role will drive accurate, competitive customer quotations by applying precision machining experience. The Manufacturing Estimator will be reviewing customer RFQs, evaluating manufacturability, and preparing accurate, competitive quotations for precision medical and regulated manufacturing projects. Interested?
Key Responsibilities:
Review customer drawings, specifications, and RFQs to assess manufacturability, risk, and cost drivers
Interpret blueprints and GD&T to support accurate quoting decisions
Enter and maintain accurate quote data in the ERP system
Engage directly with customers to clarify technical requirements and answer manufacturing questions
Apply practical manufacturing judgment to evaluate CNC machining processes and required outside services
Recognize when secondary processes such as heat treatment, passivation, electropolishing, coatings, or stress relieving apply
Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and support staff during quote development and project handoff
Use ERP systems and Office platforms to support quoting and documentation
Utilize CAD tools (SolidWorks or similar) as needed for drawing review and manufacturability assessment
Key Requirements:
Hands on experience in precision machining or manufacturing environments
Strong understanding of CNC machining processes and general manufacturing workflows
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and GD&T
Technical foundation sufficient to evaluate manufacturability, cost drivers, and risk
Strong communication skills and a willingness to engage customers and internal teams
Nice to Have:
Exposure to regulated manufacturing environments (e.g., medical devices, ISO 13485)
Awareness of secondary processes such as heat treat, passivation, electropolishing, coatings, or stress relieving
Experience with ERP systems
Familiarity with CAD tools such as SolidWorks
Background as a machinist, CNC programmer, manufacturing or applications engineer
#SMNCareers
For questions or details about the Manufacturing Estimator role, please call/text Leslie at 952-818-3275 or email Lvoit@doherty.com.
Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, and PTO.
Download the Doherty Jobs mobile app! | www.doherty.com/app
Reviews 4 Us. Rewards 4 You! | www.doherty.com/review
As an equal-opportunity employer (EOE), Doherty Staffing Solutions welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!