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UCT is looking for a talented Customer Program Specialist II to join us in Hillsboro, OR!

The Customer Program Specialist II is responsible for preparing accurate and timely cost estimates for diverse products, projects and services. This involves reviewing project scopes, engineering drawings, reviewing specifications, gathering material costs, performing calculations, and developing comprehensive cost estimates. In addition, the Sr. Cost Engineer will aid in the continuous development and improvement of cost models and pricing data. Other responsibilities may include review of details engineering designs, involvement with NPI kickoffs, intermittent project management and customer interfacing.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Track and document any assigned estimate requests.
• Reads and outlines product design and/project specifications and requirements.
• Accurately estimate and calculate material, labor, and other indirect costs.
• Works collaboratively with Sales, Engineering and Operations departments to perform technical reviews as needed.
• Works collaboratively with Planning, Supply Chain and Purchasing departments to calculate production lead times based on material availability and shop capacity.
• Perform cost analysis of previous products and projects.
• Responsible for effectively communicating with various internal and external stakeholders throughout estimating, sales and negotiation phases.
• Will act as the first level of risk aversion by addressing potential issues or concerns related to fabrication capabilities, profit loss, materials, or capacity.
  • Missing or incorrect fabrication information.
  • Fabrication, equipment, and tool capabilities.
  • Materials/Parts availability.
• Will aid in creating and continuously updating cost models. This involves complex Excel workbooks, ERP systems and other estimating software.
• Will navigate and utilize HIS ERP system & databases. This includes aiding updating costs, part numbers, quantities, descriptions, manufacturer information, and supplier information.
• Will aid the Estimating Manager in writing Scope of Work (SOW) documentation for complex products and/or large-scale projects.
• Will assist Strategic Account Managers in sales driven activities as needed (i.e. customer interfacing, presentations, high-level meetings, kickoffs).
• Assists in intermittent project management for unique or high-level projects with emphasis primarily on the cost management aspects.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferred), business, or related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in customer service, program coordination, order management, or related roles.
• Strong Excel skills – ability to understand and create complex formulas and macros.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and symbols.
• Strong math, problem solving, analytical and decision-making skills
• Ability to navigate and understand CAD models and/or similar file types.
• Engineering and design experience a plus.
• Sustain a positive reputation for professionalism, meeting deadlines, quality and integrity.
• Ability to maintain a high level of organization and time management.
• Strong ability to adapt to working independently or in teams throughout jobs and projects.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive data and intellectual property (IP) at all times.

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