Top 17 Cost estimators Jobs in Rockford, Il

Proposal Engineer / Cost Estimator
Lean Synergy Solutions —Rockford, IL
- $70,000 - $100,000 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Background check
- 5 years
- Databases
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Junior Estimator
CEI Services —Rockford, IL
- Full-time
- Background check
- Civil engineering
- Construction site
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
Junior Estimator
William Charles Construction —Rockford, IL
- Full-time
- Background check
- Civil engineering
- Construction site
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
Estimator
CEI Services —Rockford, IL
- Full-time
- Background check
- Civil engineering
- Construction site
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
Construction Senior Estimator
Corporate Contractors Inc —Beloit, WI
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Research
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Travel Property Adjuster - Field Estimating – Remote (Eastern Time Zone)
Allstate —Illinois
- $52,800 - $117,700 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Tuition reimbursement
- Work from home
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Travel Property Adjuster - Field Estimating - Remote (Central or Mountain Time Zone)
Allstate —Illinois
- $68,000 - $117,700 a year
- Background check
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Work from home
Estimator
Ragnar Benson, LLC —Rockford, IL
- Full-time
- Background check
- Civil engineering
- Construction site
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
Junior Estimator
MasTec Inc —Rockford, IL
- Full-time
- Background check
- Civil engineering
- Construction site
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
Estimator
MasTec Inc —Rockford, IL
- Full-time
- Background check
- Civil engineering
- Construction site
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
Steel Fabrication Estimator
Custom Fab Co. —Loves Park, IL
- $45,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- AutoCAD
- Basic math
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Commercial Plumbing Estimator
Northern Illinois Plumbing Company —Rockford, IL
- $60,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Construction site
- No background check
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Senior Estimator Heavy Civil Construction
Thalle Construction Company —United States
- Extended hours
- Construction site
- Office
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Senior Cost Estimator
IsoTalent —United States
- $110,000 - $145,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Senior level
- 10 years
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
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Proposal Engineer / Cost Estimator

Lean Synergy Solutions
Rockford, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $100,000 a year
2 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Cost management
Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Cost accounting analysis
Content creation for technical audiences
GD&T
Technical support
MRP
Mechanical drawings
Math
Proposal writing
Sales quoting
Product development
Data interpretation
Cost estimate preparation
Managing projects
Material cost estimating
Commissioning phase involvement
Mechanical knowledge
Electrical project cost estimation
Individual contributor experience

Full Job Description

Position Summary

We have an immediate opening for a full-time Proposal Engineer / Cost Estimator to support the development of engineered solutions for advanced machine tool and industrial manufacturing projects. This role serves as the technical bridge between Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Production by transforming customer requirements into technically sound, commercially competitive proposals. The successful candidate will combine strong engineering knowledge with manufacturing cost analysis to develop accurate estimates, optimize system designs, and support proposal development from initial concept through project handoff. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in CNC machine tools, industrial equipment, or precision manufacturing and enjoys solving complex technical challenges while balancing engineering performance with commercial objectives.

Citizenship / Clearance Required: U.S. Citizen or valid Permanent Resident (Green Card) required

Employment Type: Full-Time

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel to customer and supplier sites as required.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze customer requirements and application data to develop optimized machine tool and manufacturing solutions.
Define project scope, technical assumptions, machine configurations, and engineering requirements for proposal development.
Develop complete technical and commercial proposals that accurately communicate system capabilities, performance expectations, and customer value.
Read and interpret mechanical drawings, engineering specifications, assembly documentation, and GD&T requirements.
Develop detailed bottom-up cost estimates for mechanical, structural, electrical, purchased, and fabricated assemblies.
Build and maintain multi-level Bills of Materials (BOMs) with complete cost roll-up structures.
Evaluate machining, fabrication, assembly, testing, and commissioning processes to establish accurate labor estimates and manufacturing routings.
Perform should-cost analysis, cost modeling, and manufacturing feasibility assessments.
Identify key cost drivers and recommend opportunities for cost reduction, manufacturability improvements, and value engineering.
Support design-to-cost initiatives through material selection, manufacturing process optimization, and component standardization.
Coordinate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Production, Sourcing, and Commercial teams throughout proposal development.
Obtain supplier quotations and evaluate pricing, lead times, manufacturing capabilities, and sourcing strategies.
Assist Sales by providing technical support during customer meetings, proposal reviews, and solution presentations.
Participate in engineering design reviews and provide technical cost analysis during product development.
Validate estimated versus actual project costs and support continuous improvement initiatives to improve estimating accuracy.
Contribute to machine platform standardization, modular product development, and proposal process improvements.
Maintain accurate estimating databases, labor standards, costing assumptions, and engineering documentation.

Required Qualifications

5–10 years of experience supporting CNC machine tools, industrial equipment, or precision manufacturing environments.
Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and industrial manufacturing processes.
Experience developing technical proposals, engineered solutions, and manufacturing cost estimates.
Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings, assembly documentation, and GD&T specifications.
Experience with Bills of Materials (BOMs), ERP/MRP systems, and manufacturing cost structures.
Knowledge of machining, fabrication, assembly, testing, and commissioning processes.
Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to both engineering and commercial teams.
Ability to balance technical performance, manufacturability, and commercial objectives while managing multiple projects.
Citizenship / Clearance Required: U.S. Citizen or valid Permanent Resident (Green Card) required

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.
Experience with CNC machine tools, automation systems, or custom industrial equipment.
Familiarity with CAD platforms such as SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar\ engineering software.
Experience supporting value engineering, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Knowledge of tooling, fixturing, manufacturing routings, and precision machining methodologies.
Experience with investment analysis, cost modeling, and design-for-manufacturing principles.

Location & Travel Requirements

Position supports industrial manufacturing and machine tool operations.
Occasional domestic travel may be required based on project and customer needs.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation: $70,000 – $100,000 annually (commensurate with experience).
Comprehensive benefits package available.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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