What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Costing Engineer, CNC Operations position at Toolcraft Machining?
Do you see a blueprint and instantly picture the setup, cycle time, and cost? If you love turning complex drawings into smart, efficient machining plans—and you enjoy helping win business—this role in Germantown, WI is for you. As our Manufacturing Costing Engineer, you’ll estimate and plan CNC work for low-volume, high-precision parts across demanding materials and industries. Imagine This A customer sends an RFQ for a Titanium component with tight tolerances. You review the spec, map out CNC turning and milling operations, model the workholding, check GD&T, validate toolpaths in Mastercam, and price the job with confidence. Then you translate that plan into documentation and a clean hand-off to production—ready to deliver right the first time. What You'll Do Estimate total costs—labor, material, and services—for machining parts from forgings, castings, and super alloys (Monel, Inconel, Titanium, etc.).Interpret blueprints/specifications to select efficient manufacturing methods for CNC milling and turning (5-axis experience is a plus).Collaborate with product design to quote new products and fixtures; apply DFM principles to de-risk builds.Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and ERP routings; coordinate a successful project hand-off to production.Support opportunity negotiations and help close deals; analyze outcomes to identify cost reduction and process improvement opportunities. What Makes You a Fit CNC machining background (milling and turning); exposure to 5-axis appreciated.CAD/CAM proficiency—Mastercam and Solidworks—and strong 3D modeling ability.Blueprint reading expert with solid GD&T and shop math skills.Manufacturing experience including process development and product design.Comfort with documentation and basic data analysis; ERP familiarity.High School diploma or GED.Values-aligned: Be Authentic, Do the Right Thing, show Grit, and lead with Humility. Proficiencies GD&TCNC ToolingCNC ProgrammingDesign for Manufacturability (DFM)Blueprint Reading Tech You’ll Use 3D ModelingCAD Software (Solidworks)ERP SoftwareCAM Software (Mastercam) Benefits & Culture Benefits include Health and Dental Insurance, Life and STD insurance, HSA contribution, PTO, holiday pay, 401(K) match, and profit sharing.Toolcraft Machining is ISO9001:2015 certified and ITAR registered. Since 1960, we’ve specialized in low-volume, complex CNC components for aerospace, mining, defense, and power generation. We invest in people—training, communication, and teamwork—to Empower People to Win Together. Expect a family feel with events like golf outings, potlucks, and holiday parties, and a culture rooted in Grit, Humility, Authenticity, and Doing the Right Thing.EEOToolcraft Machining Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.Toolcraft Machining Inc ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI & Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Please contact us if you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities.
Salary : $85,000 - $105,000
