Technical Sales Engineer

Intek Plastics specializes in designing, manufacturing, assembling, and delivering a wide variety of customized plastic extrusions in the Fenestration, Hydroponic, Lighting, Refrigeration, and Power Management Industries.

Eau Claire, WI, US

Five Star Plastics

<span style="font-family: 'Nunito Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 21.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">At <a href="https://www.intekplastics.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Intek</a></span><span style="font-family: 'Nunito Sans', sans-serif; font-size: 21.6px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;">, we&rsquo;re a team of makers and collaborators. We&rsquo;re driven by the idea that the best work comes from craftsmanship, communication, and good old-fashioned teamwork. From your very first conversation through delivery of your final order, we make it our number one priority to provide best-in-class customer service throughout the entire process.</span> https://www.intekplastics.com/

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Full Time

Overview: <p>Support the customer quotation and estimating process by gathering technical information, analyzing part and tooling requirements, preparing cost estimates, and coordinating with internal departments to develop accurate and competitive quotations.</p>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Review customer RFQs, drawings, specifications, and CAD models to gather information required for quotations.&nbsp;</li> <li>Prepare part and tooling cost estimates using established costing models and procedures.&nbsp;</li> <li>Collect and analyze material, labor, tooling, and secondary operation costs to support accurate pricing.&nbsp;</li> <li>Coordinate with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Tooling teams to obtain quote inputs.</li> <li>Maintain quotation records, costing worksheets, and supporting documentation.&nbsp;</li> <li>Assist in evaluating manufacturability and identifying technical considerations that may impact costs or lead times.&nbsp;</li> <li>Obtain and coordinate supplier quotations for tooling, materials, and outsourced services.&nbsp;</li> <li>support quote revisions resulting from design changes, customer feedback, or updated project requirements.&nbsp;</li> <li>Track quote activity, maintain estimating databases, and report status to management.&nbsp;</li> <li>Participate in continuous improvement efforts related to estimating processes, tools, and cost accuracy.&nbsp;</li> <li>Serve as primary technical resource for estimation team members.&nbsp;</li> <li>Act as a back up for estimator role as needed.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <br />
Requirements: <p>&nbsp;<u>Education</u></p> <ul type="square"> <li>Bachelor's degree in Engineer, Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, or related technical field.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;<u>Skills</u></p> <ul> <li>3 &ndash; 5 years Manufacturing experience in a technical role desired.</li> <li>Ability to interpret customer drawings, specifications, and CAD models.&nbsp;</li> <li>Strong mathematical and analytical skills.&nbsp;</li> <li>Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.&nbsp;</li> <li>ability to organize and analyze cost information.&nbsp;</li> <li>Effective written and verbal communication skills.&nbsp;</li> <li>Strong attention to detail and accuracy.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br /> <p>&nbsp;<strong>Other Performance Indicators</strong></p> <ul type="square"> <li>Problem solving and identification of (and solutions for) gaps and errors.</li> <li>Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make recommendations. &nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrates ability to make and support decisions with accurate and sound business judgment. &nbsp;Includes appropriate people in decision making process and knows when issues should be referred to management.</li> <li>Ability to work with peers, group situations, and management in a constructive manner.</li> <li>Acts professionally in both positive and negative situations. &nbsp;Takes the initiative to seek and offer help as needed.</li> </ul>