Who Is PrinceFounded in 1959 by Ed Miller near Chicago, Prince Industries has grown from a one-man shop into a global manufacturing partner. With seven facilities across the U.S. and China, we serve industries from hydraulics to aerospace, handling everything from just-in-time components to high-volume assemblies.At Prince, we don’t just make parts—we solve complex supply chain challenges. We are a strategic partner, focused on helping clients improve products, reduce costs, and simplify operations. Certified to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, and AS9100 standards, we combine quality, innovation, and growth-minded thinking to deliver real value.Job SummaryThe Estimator manages quotation and cost-estimating activity across all U.S. manufacturing facilities. This role coordinates with operations, engineering, quality, suppliers, and program management to develop accurate, competitive customer quotes. The position requires strong technical aptitude, blueprint interpretation, ERP proficiency, supplier-cost analysis, and the ability to work independently in a remote, fast-paced quoting environment. Key Responsibilities Develop timely and accurate quotations for CNC machined components and assemblies across multiple U.S. facilities. Review RFQs, drawings, specifications, purchase history, CAD models, and supporting documentation to establish cost assumptions. Estimate labor, machine time, materials, tooling, inspection, outside processing, packaging, freight, and value-added services. Coordinate with manufacturing, engineering, quality, purchasing, suppliers, and program management to validate processes, costs, lead times, and risks. Enter and manage quote data, assumptions, revisions, and status updates in Epicor ERP or equivalent systems. Support quote reviews, NPI alignment, make-versus-buy decisions, customer clarifications, and strategic new business pursuits. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related technical field. Minimum 5 years of estimating experience in a CNC contract manufacturing environment. Minimum 5 years of Epicor ERP or comparable manufacturing ERP experience. Purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience strongly preferred. Experience supporting aerospace, defense, medical device, or other regulated industries preferred. Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation. Strong understanding of CNC milling, CNC turning, Swiss machining, materials, heat treating, plating/coating, passivation, painting, anodizing, testing, certifications, and secondary/outside processing. Ability to evaluate customer, aerospace, military, commercial, and industry specifications and translate requirements into manufacturing cost estimates. Proficiency reviewing CAD models; SolidWorks experience preferred. Familiarity with cost modeling, capacity analysis, profitability assessments, and multi-site manufacturing organizations. Core Competencies High attention to detail, analytical problem-solving, and strong organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple RFQs simultaneously while meeting aggressive deadlines. Strong written and verbal communication with effective cross-functional collaboration. Self-motivated, accountable, customer-focused, and comfortable working independently in a remote environment. Sense of urgency and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume quoting environment. Work Environment 100% remote position requiring a professional, productive home office environment. Flexibility to support customers, suppliers, and internal teams across time zones as needed. Ability to manage changing priorities and customer demands while maintaining accuracy. Physical Job Requirements Regularly required to sit or walk during the workday and perform repetitive hand movements for computer work. Requires close vision, including 20/20 vision or corrected vision to 20/20. Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and loud noise when in the plant; hearing protection may be required. BenefitsBlue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance (PPO and HDHP with HSA) w/ Prescription CoverageDental PPO InsuranceVision PPO InsuranceShort-Term & Long-Term Disability InsuranceCompany Paid Life Insurance and AD & D – Including options to add on additional life insurance for yourself, spouse & children.Critical Illness InsuranceAccident Insurance401(k) Fidelity Plan with strong employer matchPersonal Retirement AdvisorGenerous PTO Policy and 9 Paid Holidays per year100% Tuition Reimbursement for Job-Related ClassesPersonal Protective Equipment reimbursement (safety glasses, shoes, etc.)Uniform Rental ServiceEmployee EventsDue to ITAR regulations, only U.S. persons—defined as U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders), and U.S. nationals—are eligible for this position.*We are an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. Applicants can learn more about Prince's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster (https://www.eeoc.gov/employers)
Who Is Prince
Founded in 1959 by Ed Miller near Chicago, Prince Industries has grown from a one-man shop into a global manufacturing partner. With seven facilities across the U.S. and China, we serve industries from hydraulics to aerospace, handling everything from just-in-time components to high-volume assemblies.
At Prince, we don’t just make parts—we solve complex supply chain challenges. We are a strategic partner, focused on helping clients improve products, reduce costs, and simplify operations. Certified to ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485, and AS9100 standards, we combine quality, innovation, and growth-minded thinking to deliver real value.
Job Summary
The Estimator manages quotation and cost-estimating activity across all U.S. manufacturing facilities. This role coordinates with operations, engineering, quality, suppliers, and program management to develop accurate, competitive customer quotes.
The position requires strong technical aptitude, blueprint interpretation, ERP proficiency, supplier-cost analysis, and the ability to work independently in a remote, fast-paced quoting environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop timely and accurate quotations for CNC machined components and assemblies across multiple U.S. facilities.
- Review RFQs, drawings, specifications, purchase history, CAD models, and supporting documentation to establish cost assumptions.
- Estimate labor, machine time, materials, tooling, inspection, outside processing, packaging, freight, and value-added services.
- Coordinate with manufacturing, engineering, quality, purchasing, suppliers, and program management to validate processes, costs, lead times, and risks.
- Enter and manage quote data, assumptions, revisions, and status updates in Epicor ERP or equivalent systems.
- Support quote reviews, NPI alignment, make-versus-buy decisions, customer clarifications, and strategic new business pursuits.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related technical field.
- Minimum 5 years of estimating experience in a CNC contract manufacturing environment.
- Minimum 5 years of Epicor ERP or comparable manufacturing ERP experience.
- Purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience strongly preferred.
- Experience supporting aerospace, defense, medical device, or other regulated industries preferred.
- Advanced blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation.
- Strong understanding of CNC milling, CNC turning, Swiss machining, materials, heat treating, plating/coating, passivation, painting, anodizing, testing, certifications, and secondary/outside processing.
- Ability to evaluate customer, aerospace, military, commercial, and industry specifications and translate requirements into manufacturing cost estimates.
- Proficiency reviewing CAD models; SolidWorks experience preferred.
- Familiarity with cost modeling, capacity analysis, profitability assessments, and multi-site manufacturing organizations.
Core Competencies
- High attention to detail, analytical problem-solving, and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple RFQs simultaneously while meeting aggressive deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication with effective cross-functional collaboration.
- Self-motivated, accountable, customer-focused, and comfortable working independently in a remote environment.
- Sense of urgency and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume quoting environment.
Work Environment
- 100% remote position requiring a professional, productive home office environment.
- Flexibility to support customers, suppliers, and internal teams across time zones as needed.
- Ability to manage changing priorities and customer demands while maintaining accuracy.
Physical Job Requirements
- Regularly required to sit or walk during the workday and perform repetitive hand movements for computer work.
- Requires close vision, including 20/20 vision or corrected vision to 20/20.
- Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and loud noise when in the plant; hearing protection may be required.
Benefits
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance (PPO and HDHP with HSA) w/ Prescription Coverage
- Dental PPO Insurance
- Vision PPO Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance and AD & D – Including options to add on additional life insurance for yourself, spouse & children.
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- 401(k) Fidelity Plan with strong employer match
- Personal Retirement Advisor
- Generous PTO Policy and 9 Paid Holidays per year
- 100% Tuition Reimbursement for Job-Related Classes
- Personal Protective Equipment reimbursement (safety glasses, shoes, etc.)
- Uniform Rental Service
- Employee Events
Due to ITAR regulations, only U.S. persons—defined as U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders), and U.S. nationals—are eligible for this position.
*We are an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. Applicants can learn more about Prince's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster (https://www.eeoc.gov/employers)
AT-A-GLANCEPrince Industries LLC is a contract manufacturer of precision machined and sheet metal fabricated components and assemblies. We are not a job shop, or a vendor, or even just a supplier - we are a strategic supply chain partner. Today we operate seven manufacturing facilities – two in Illinois, two in Florida, one in Vermont, one in Massachusetts, and one in Shanghai, China, and have hundreds of employees. All five of our manufacturing facilities are ISO 9001:2015 (and soon to be ISO 13485) certified. Two of our facilities are AS9100-certified for the aerospace industry as well. COMPANY HISTORY Prince was started by Ed Miller in 1959 as a one-man shop just outside of Chicago, Illinois. As demand for our services grew, so did we. By 1977, we expanded our capabilities to include sheet metal fabrication. A couple of years later, we implemented CNC technology. In 2006, Prince established a new division, QP Hydraulics, which sells products into the mobile and industrial hydraulics markets. In 2022 and 2023, we acquired two aerospace-focused facilities in Florida.
AT-A-GLANCE
Prince Industries LLC is a contract manufacturer of precision machined and sheet metal fabricated components and assemblies. We are not a job shop, or a vendor, or even just a supplier - we are a strategic supply chain partner. Today we operate seven manufacturing facilities – two in Illinois, two in Florida, one in Vermont, one in Massachusetts, and one in Shanghai, China, and have hundreds of employees. All five of our manufacturing facilities are ISO 9001:2015 (and soon to be ISO 13485) certified. Two of our facilities are AS9100-certified for the aerospace industry as well.
COMPANY HISTORY
Prince was started by Ed Miller in 1959 as a one-man shop just outside of Chicago, Illinois. As demand for our services grew, so did we. By 1977, we expanded our capabilities to include sheet metal fabrication. A couple of years later, we implemented CNC technology. In 2006, Prince established a new division, QP Hydraulics, which sells products into the mobile and industrial hydraulics markets. In 2022 and 2023, we acquired two aerospace-focused facilities in Florida.
