Tool Quotation Coordinator

Title: Tooling Quote Estimator
Location: Wheeling, IL

Hire Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $50-60K
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision

Sterling Engineering is looking for a Tooling Quote Estimator in Wheeling,IL . This opportunity is with a well-established manufacturer that supports precision tooling solutions.

Job Duties:

Analyze customer blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications to prepare accurate tooling quotes.
Communicate with customers to provide technical support, clarify requirements, and recommend cost-effective solutions.
Develop manufacturing processes and define tooling strategies based on customer specifications.
Collaborate with engineering and production teams to validate tooling concepts and ensure feasibility.
Work with purchasing to generate purchase orders for required materials and components.
Create detailed documentation including process routings and production-ready prints.
Maintain current knowledge of machining processes, materials, and tooling standards.
Support customer satisfaction and on-time delivery by ensuring accuracy and timeliness in quoting.

Qualifications:

3+ years of experience in a machine shop or precision manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of machining processes, tooling, materials, and GD&T.
Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and technical drawings.
Proficiency in CAD and/or CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Mastercam) is a plus.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Highly organized and detail-oriented.
Self-motivated with the ability to work both independently and cross-functionally.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in estimating or quoting within a manufacturing or tooling environment.
Familiarity with ERP or quoting software.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.