Mechanical Engineer - Estimator - L.A. Gauge Company

MECHANICAL ENGINEER - ESTIMATOR

Full Time Position

On site in Sun Valley, CA 

Schedule: 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Compensation Range: $34.00 - $38.00 per hour

What LA Gauge Offers

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan 
• Paid Time Off 
• 11 Paid Holidays

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer - Estimator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for determining the scope of work that the quote is requesting in the proposal.

Job Qualifications:

• 2-3 years of experience in manufacturing environment (aerospace preferred)
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally
• Proficient with learning new software (i.e., experience in EPICOR preferred)
• Software (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite)
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Daily Responsibilities: (will include but not be limited to)

• Collect and set up requests for quote information in company ERP system
• Working with engineering, production control, and sales to build up cost, pricing, and lead time estimates to provide quotes
• Process changes to purchase orders (i.e. engineering change orders) and update system with new information
• Update set up instructions
• Complete assorted compliance forms
• Perform other duties as assigned

Company Description:

For over 65 years, L.A. Gauge Company (LAGC) has set the standard for ultraprecision machining and optics, delivering on time the most reliable, complex, and critical hardware for the aerospace, defense, and nuclear industries. Holding machining tolerances of 40 millionths of an inch and optical flatness to 20th wave, LAGC is committed to delivering to the market ‘American Precision At Its Best'.

L.A. Gauge Company strives to continuously improve and lead innovation in lean manufacturing practices. It continues to be the one-stop-shop for the most stringent machining requirements for all major aerospace companies, including Lockheed Martin, Boeing, Raytheon, Northrop Grumman, and General Dynamics.