Engineering Estimator

Description

Janicki Industries is an innovative, family-owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace, defense, and space industries. We are looking for an Engineering Estimator to join our growing team.

This position is located on-site in Hamilton, Washington State. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION 

Engineering Estimators are the analytical pathfinders of Janicki’s projects, bridging the gap between complex customer requirements and actionable manufacturing contracts.  You will be a part of a team focused on some of the largest and most complex composite & metallic aerospace products in industry. You will work across multiple engineering disciplines to evaluate technical specifications, engineer cost-based solutions, guide high level manufacturing plans, and author detailed technical proposals. The Technical Estimator is responsible for the accuracy of project scoping and must thrive in a detail-oriented environment with strict timelines. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be both and internal and external-facing member of the Janicki team, and success in this environment offers tremendous growth within Janicki’s expanding reach across the Aerospace market.

The following essential job functions are performed as an Engineering Estimator:

• Technical Analysis: Performs complex aerospace manufacturing estimating activities, often deriving solutions from minimal initial data or conceptual designs
• Data Decomposition: Analyzes 3D geometry, engineering drawings, specifications, RFQs, and Statements of Work (SOW) to determine manufacturing feasibility
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Reviews project requirements with Program Management, Design, Operations, and Engineering to determine precise material, labor, and equipment needs
• Risk Mitigation: Provides initial technical risk assessments for both cost and schedule, reviewing these factors with leadership to ensure project viability
• Proposal Engineering: Authors technical proposals and manages the documentation for project scope changes, ensuring all requirements and technical terms are accurately captured
• Data Analytics: Analyzes "to-date" actuals and completed project costs to refine cost-calculators and develop standardized templates for future estimating accuracy
• Standardization: Conducts special studies to develop and establish standard time and cost data for recurring manufacturing processes
• Project Forecasting: Maintains the technical estimating database, ensuring all price revisions and scoped work are updated to support accurate internal revenue forecasting
• Customer Interaction: Reviews scope definition and changes with customers to ensure clarity and accuracy. Develops and maintains customer relationships in a collaborative and professional manner.
• Operational Excellence: Must work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines. Demonstrates cooperative behavior with colleagues and internal stakeholders at all times
• Must work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines. Shall, at all times, demonstrate cooperative behavior with colleagues, supervisors, and customers
• Must be at work on time and maintain good attendance. This is a condition of employment and is an essential function of the job
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3).
• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required).  Janicki will assist with gaining this access once employed. Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering (or equivalent) is required
• 1+ years of experience as a manufacturing Project Manager or Manufacturing Engineering is preferred 
• Active Secret level clearance preferred
• Experience in a manufacturing environment and understanding of cost/schedule estimating principals
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language.
• Experience with aerospace processes and industry terminologies.
• Experience with SAP or other Enterprise Resource Planning Software
• Experience with 3D CAD Software (CATIA, NX Unigraphics, etc.)
• Experience evaluating technical drawings and basic GD&T knowledge
• Experience creating large excel workbooks used for preparing and presenting sales proposals to internal and external customers
• Experience being involved in projects from bid to delivery and support of customers

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

• Salary range for this role is between $83,000 - $145,000, plus discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off-shifts. The range provided is Janicki’s estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities
• By applying for this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified, you may be contacted for this and future openings

BENEFITS

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution
• Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance
• HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
• 401k with employer matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
• Education reimbursement program
• Several shift options
• Premium pay for off-shifts 

Not sure that you’ll be the perfect fit for this role? You should still apply! We’ll review your application for other opportunities. We are always on the lookout for talented people!

Janicki Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status.  Janicki is proud to be a military friendly employer.

Applicants or employees wishing to view a copy of Janicki Industries’ Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (360) 404-1997.

As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis). Additionally, because of Janicki’s work on aerospace products and the high volume of safety sensitive positions, Janicki takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment.