Estimation Engineer II Job Minnetonka area,Minnesota USA,Engineering

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Stratasys is a world leader in 3D printing!

Location:
On-site based in Belton TX, Minnetonka MN or Tucson, AZ

Stratasysis leading the global shift to additive manufacturing with innovative 3D printing solutions for industries such as aerospace, automotive, consumer products and healthcare. Through smart and connected 3D printers, polymer materials, a software ecosystem, and parts on demand, Stratasys solutions deliver competitive advantages at every stage in the product value chain. The world’s leading organizations turn to Stratasys to transform product design, bring agility to manufacturing and supply chains, and improve patient care.

Stratasys Direct Manufacturing is seeking an Estimation Engineer II to evaluate Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and deliver accurate, comprehensive quotes aligned with customer requirements. This role provides technical and Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFAM) guidance, defines program timelines, and ensures all costs and capabilities are clearly communicated. You’ll collaborate closely with Sales, Fulfillment, and Operations to support high-quality, on-time project delivery.

This position handles higher volume and more complex quotes, working independently on standard requests while taking greater ownership in cross-functional and client interactions.

What you will be doing

• Prepare accurate, comprehensive quotes by reviewing 3D CAD models and 2D drawings, evaluating geometry, tolerances, and customer requirements to ensure manufacturability

• Use cost estimation tools and databases to calculate material, labor, and overhead costs in support of standard and more complex quoting activities

• Apply experience with additive manufacturing and/or traditional manufacturing methods to recommend appropriate production processes, materials, and design improvements

• Review and verify computer-aided design (CAD) data using various CAD software such as Solidworks, Materialise Magics, Autodesk Inventor.

• Review customer specifications and documentation, identify conflicts or gaps, and support negotiation and resolution as needed

• Provide Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFAM) and manufacturing guidance, identifying potential issues and recommending solutions early in the quoting process

• Communicate clearly and professionally with customers and internal teams, conveying technical requirements, cost drivers, timelines, and tradeoffs with a strong customer service mindset

• Assess feasibility, risks, costs, and schedules by collaborating with Operations, Fulfillment, Sales, and technical subject matter experts to ensure alignment with customer expectations and SDM capabilities

• Participate in conference calls/meetings with customers to convey or clarify technical requirements, and learn to communicate project requirements, cost estimates, and timelines to customers clearly and concisely

• Collaborate with Operations and the Fulfillment team to ensure a sufficient understanding of customer acceptance criteria and appropriate margins are covered

• Maintain accurate documentation of quotes, proposals, and customer communications

• Work with subject matter experts (SMEs) to increase understanding of manufacturing, quality, and engineering processes

• Support procurement and supply chain teams in sourcing materials and services for additive manufacturing projects

• Assist in liaising with project managers and production teams to ensure alignment on

• Provide backup for Planning and Project Management functions as required

• Contribute to Fulfillment team continuous process improvement (CPI) efforts to improve efficiency, better align processes to support both customers and Operations, and standardize…