Manufacturing Cost Engineer, NPI

Role Overview 

The Manufacturing Cost Engineer, NPI is responsible for developing detailed cost estimates and customer quotations for complex semiconductor capital equipment components and assemblies. Working from customer drawings, specifications, bills of material, and 3D CAD models, this role evaluates material costs, manufacturing labor, outside processing, tooling requirements, quality standards, and delivery lead times to create accurate and competitive customer proposals. 

Partnering closely with engineering, operations, supply chain, product management, and suppliers, the Manufacturing Cost Engineer serves as a key link between technical requirements and commercial execution. The position also drives the development of advanced estimating methodologies, parametric cost models, and automation tools that improve quote accuracy, consistency, and turnaround time while supporting AST's growth strategy. 

Cost Estimation & Quotation Development 

• Analyze customer RFQs, engineering drawings, specifications, bills of material, and 3D CAD models 

• Develop comprehensive cost estimates covering materials, labor, machining, inspection, assembly, tooling, and outsourced services 

• Generate detailed customer quotations including pricing, assumptions, risks, and delivery schedules 

• Evaluate manufacturability and identify technical, sourcing, quality, or schedule risks 

• Support quote review and approval processes with engineering, operations, product management, and commercial teams 

• Provide recommendations that balance customer requirements, profitability, and manufacturing capability 

Parametric Modeling & Automation 

• Develop, maintain, and enhance parametric cost models used for manufacturing estimation 

• Create and manage standard cost databases, routing templates, and manufacturing specifications 

• Model material consumption, machining cycle times, inspection requirements, labor standards, and outsourced processing costs 

• Leverage AI, machine learning, and historical databases to improve quote speed and accuracy 

• Drive automation initiatives that reduce manual effort and improve consistency across the quotation process 

Manufacturing & Semiconductor Process Expertise 

• Develop estimating methodologies for semiconductor capital equipment products and assemblies 

• Evaluate costs associated with precision CNC machining, inspection, metrology, and assembly operations 

• Analyze outsourced manufacturing processes including sheet metal fabrication, welding, brazing, plating, anodizing, coating, and cleaning 

• Support costing of semiconductor-grade cleaning, packaging, and specialized component sourcing 

• Apply deep manufacturing process knowledge to improve quote accuracy and competitiveness 

Supplier & Supply Chain Collaboration 

• Obtain supplier quotations and delivery commitments for materials and outsourced processes 

• Develop and maintain standard cost databases for recurring supplier operations 

• Build supplier relationships that improve responsiveness, cost visibility, and quotation speed 

• Monitor material and processing cost trends impacting future quotations 

• Collaborate with supply chain teams to validate pricing assumptions and sourcing strategies 

Data Analytics & Continuous Improvement 

• Analyze quote performance, turnaround times, win rates, and estimate accuracy 

• Develop reporting tools and dashboards that measure quoting effectiveness and business performance 

• Support CRM and ERP integration initiatives that improve visibility throughout the sales and NPI lifecycle 

• Establish standardized quoting workflows and best practices across manufacturing sites 

• Drive continuous improvement efforts that improve speed, consistency, profitability, and customer responsiveness 

At Enpro, our values of Safety, Excellence, and Respect guide how we work, collaborate, and grow. In this role, you will live these values while partnering across engineering, operations, supply chain, and commercial teams to deliver meaningful business impact.

Required Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related engineering discipline 

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, cost estimating, product engineering, operations, or related technical disciplines 

• Experience supporting precision manufacturing environments 

• Experience developing quotations for fabricated components and assemblies 

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, and 3D CAD models 

• Experience with CNC machining operations, manufacturing routings, and labor standards 

• Experience working with suppliers and outsourced manufacturing processes 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities 

• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience within semiconductor capital equipment, precision machining, or advanced manufacturing industries 

• Knowledge of manufacturing cost structures, BOM development, and routing methodologies 

• Experience with cost estimation software, ERP systems, and CRM platforms such as Salesforce 

• Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities 

• Experience developing automated models, databases, or quotation tools 

• Knowledge of AI, machine learning, or advanced automation tools applied to engineering and manufacturing processes 

• Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing organizations 

Key Competencies 

• Manufacturing process expertise 

• Cost modeling and estimating proficiency 

• Commercial and business acumen 

• Data-driven decision-making 

• Analytical problem-solving 

• Continuous improvement mindset 

• Cross-functional collaboration 

• Execution focus and sense of urgency 

• Technical communication and influence 

• Ability to balance technical accuracy with customer responsiveness 

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