About this opportunity
Precera Medical lists this Senior Quoting Engineer opportunity in big lake, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
Posted Friday, June 19, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Position Summary
Reporting to the VP of Technical Solutions, the Senior Estimating Engineer is responsible for preparing accurate and timely cost estimates and customer quotations for new and existing business opportunities. This role applies advanced technical knowledge of manufacturing processes to evaluate product specifications, develop cost models, and support profitable quoting decisions. This is a senior-level individual contributor role with no direct supervisory responsibility.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare detailed cost estimates and quotations for RFQs
Review engineering drawings, specifications, and CAD models
Develop cost models including labor, materials, overhead, and tooling
Validate routing and process assumptions with Engineering and Operations
Estimate cost impact of design changes and engineering revisions
Profitability & Analysis
Ensure quotes align with established margin targets
Support review of pricing prior to submission
Perform post-award cost validation and basic variance analysis
Provide cost analysis support to Finance as requested
Coordinate RFQ activity between Sales, Engineering, Operations, and Supply ChainParticipate in technical reviews and program kick-off meetings
Summarize key cost drivers and assumptions for internal stakeholders
Process Support
Maintain estimating tools, templates, and cost databases
Identify opportunities to improve quoting accuracy and efficiency
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, or related field
5+ years of experience in quoting, estimating, costing, or manufacturing engineering
Strong understanding of machining and medical device manufacturing processes
Demonstrated experience leading complex RFQs
Strong blueprint reading and CAD familiarity
Advanced financial acumen and margin analysis capability
Proven cross-functional leadership skills
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in regulated medical manufacturing environment
Experience with ERP systems (IFS ideally)
Experience supporting customer negotiations
Lean or continuous improvement experience
CAD and blueprint reading expertise
Compensation and Benefits Overview
Starting Pay Range for this position is $90,000-$115,000 annually. This position is eligible to participate in the company’s bonus program.
Minimum pay rates offered will comply with applicable county or city regulations if they exceed the listed range. Actual pay rates are determined based on various factors, including but not limited to, local labor market conditions, years of relevant experience, education, professional certifications, foreign language proficiency, and other job-specific qualifications.
Employees and their families are eligible to participate in a comprehensive benefits package, including company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings accounts (HSA), voluntary benefits, supplemental life/AD&D insurance, and the company’s 401(k) plan. Additional benefits include access to an employee assistance program (EAP) for employees and household members, long-term disability coverage, and short-term disability for full-time employees.
Full-time and Part-time employees receive Paid Time Off (PTO) based on years of service, as well as paid holidays, personal holidays and MN Safe and Sick Time.
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Worksite address
big lake, MN, 55309, US
Who can apply
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