Product Engineer

Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt

Salary Range: $130,000 – $135,000 annually

LHH is partnering with a highly respected precision manufacturing organization to identify a Product Cost Engineer / Manufacturing Estimator
. This role blends manufacturing engineering expertise with cost modeling and commercial decision-making in a high‑mix machining environment.

The organization specializes in a niche area of manufacturing and is widely regarded as top‑tier within its industry. The culture is collaborative and casual, with a strong track record of employee tenure and long‑term career growth.

• Develop detailed cost estimates and quotations for machined components produced on screw machines, rotary transfer equipment, and CNC platforms
• Determine appropriate machine platforms, tooling concepts, and manufacturing strategies to support accurate and competitive cost models
• Build manufacturing plans including setup times, run times, labor, raw material, secondary operations, and outside processing
• Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to ensure designs are manufacturable, scalable, and aligned with cost targets
• Support Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFMA) initiatives and cost‑reduction efforts
• Participate in prototype reviews, validation, and new product introductions
• Collaborate with operations to support production ramp‑up, capacity planning, and process alignment
• Assist with pricing strategy development, margin analysis, and commercial decision support
• Provide technical support for customer discussions and internal sales teams
• Track and support KPIs related to cost accuracy, margin, quality, and customer satisfaction

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering
  , or equivalent experience
• 3–5+ years of experience in cost estimating, manufacturing engineering, process engineering, applications engineering, or hands‑on machining
• Strong knowledge of machining processes, including setup logic, cycle time development, tooling concepts, and secondary operations
• Demonstrated ability to construct manufacturing plans and cost breakdowns from engineering prints
• Proficient in blueprint reading, GD&T, and manufacturing cost analysis
• Experience working cross‑functionally with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and supply chain teams
• Familiarity with ERP systems and CAD/CAM tools
• Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, DFMA, or stage‑gate product development preferred

• Specialized, niche manufacturing environment recognized as best‑in‑class within its industry
• Long‑tenured workforce with strong institutional knowledge
• Casual, team‑oriented work environment
• Base Salary: $130,000 – $135,000 annually
• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage effective Day 1 of employment
• Retirement Plan: 401(k)
• Insurance: Life Insurance and Short‑Term Disability coverage effective 90 days after start date
• Paid Time Off:
• 2 weeks of vacation in the first year (negotiable)
• Paid holidays in accordance with company policy
• Employee Wellness Initiatives: Included as part of the benefits program

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance