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Engineering Assistant
Location: Tulsa, OK Area
Industry: Manufacturing / Fabrication
Employment Type: Full-Time
A long-standing manufacturing organization is seeking a Engineering Assistant to support Sales, Engineering, and Production teams in the quoting, cost estimation, and order processing of fabricated products and assemblies.
The ideal candidate has hands-on knowledge of metal fabrication processes, the ability to read and interpret drawings, and experience breaking down assemblies into material, labor, and machine cost elements.
Key Responsibilities
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Review drawings and assemblies to determine raw material needs, labor hours, and machining requirements.
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Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).
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Research and source pricing for steel, components, supplies, and outside vendor services.
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Collaborate with engineering, production planning, and sales to collect information needed for accurate cost estimates.
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Work with vendors to confirm pricing and delivery timelines.
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Enter and maintain data in manufacturing or ERP systems.
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Assist with quoting and order processing workflow.
Qualifications
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Strong understanding of fabrication and manufacturing processes, including:
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Plasma/laser cutting
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Press brake forming
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Machining
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Welding & assembly
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Quality control practices
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Ability to read and interpret steel and pipe fabrication drawings.
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Experience creating Bills of Materials and performing cost estimating.
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Ability to source raw materials and work with supplier pricing.
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Comfortable using manufacturing software / ERP systems and performing data entry.
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Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
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Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills.
Compensation & Benefits
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Salary commensurate with experience
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Health / Dental / Vision Insurance
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Company-sponsored Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
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Paid Vacation, Sick Leave & Holidays
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Optional supplemental insurance plans
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401(k) retirement plan