Solutions Engineer

Manufacturing Processes Artificial Intelligence Technical Documentation Manufacturing Engineering Engineering Design Process Request For Quotation (RFQ) Continuous Improvement Process Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing), The Solutions Engineer evaluates customer designs and manufacturing requirements to develop accurate, manufacturable proposals and quotes. This role bridges engineering, sales, and operations by reviewing technical documentation, assessing manufacturability, and providing consultative guidance on manufacturing processes such as additive manufacturing and injection molding. The Solutions Engineer ensures customer requirements are clearly understood, translated into practical manufacturing solutions, and successfully converted into production orders in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Responsibilities

• Review customer RFQs, technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing requirements to fully understand project scope and objectives.
• Evaluate designs for manufacturability (DFAM) and identify potential manufacturing concerns, risks, and optimization opportunities before quoting.
• Analyze part drawings, tolerances, materials, manufacturing processes, and production requirements to determine feasible manufacturing approaches.
• Work closely with engineering, sales, and operations teams to develop accurate, competitive, and comprehensive customer proposals.
• Prepare and deliver detailed quotes that can be successfully converted into production orders and support long-term customer relationships.
• Ensure customer requirements are accurately captured, documented, and communicated throughout the quoting and proposal process.
• Provide technical consultation and recommendations to customers, focusing on design and process improvements rather than only generating pricing.
• Support additive manufacturing, injection molding, machining, and other manufacturing programs with technical insight and process knowledge.
• Collaborate with internal teams in a fast-paced environment where quote turnaround time, responsiveness, and attention to detail are critical.
• Maintain ownership of assigned opportunities from initial review through quote completion, ensuring timely follow-up and high-quality deliverables.
• Use intermediate Excel skills, including formulas and data analysis, to support estimating, costing, and quote development activities.
• Leverage ERP, quoting, estimating, or business systems to manage data, track opportunities, and improve quoting accuracy and efficiency.
• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously and adapt to changing quote demands, customer timelines, and internal resource constraints.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with cross-functional teams to resolve questions, clarify requirements, and drive alignment on proposals.
• Demonstrate a proactive, self-starting approach by taking ownership of opportunities and seeking continuous improvement in processes and outcomes.
• Grow technical and commercial knowledge with the goal of progressing into a Senior Solutions Engineer position over time., This role operates in a fast-paced, highly collaborative manufacturing and engineering environment where quick quote turnaround and responsiveness are essential. The Solutions Engineer works closely with engineering, sales, and operations teams, using tools such as Excel and ERP or quoting systems to analyze data and develop proposals. The work involves regular interaction with technical documentation, part drawings, and manufacturing process information related to additive manufacturing, injection molding, machining, and other production methods. The environment values a team-oriented mindset, adaptability, and a willingness to learn, with opportunities for professional growth into more Senior engineering roles., Technical Documentation Manufacturing Engineering Engineering Design Process Request For Quotation (RFQ) Continuous Improvement Process Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) +0 Entry Level Solutions Engineer Actalent

Carlsbad, CA*On-Site

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• Strong manufacturing knowledge with a clear understanding of how parts are produced across different processes.
• Experience reviewing designs and identifying manufacturability concerns, including DFAM considerations.
• Background in manufacturing engineering, applications engineering, estimating, quoting, technical sales support, project engineering, or similar technical manufacturing roles.
• Exposure to additive manufacturing, injection molding, machining, or other manufacturing processes.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to understand customer requirements from technical documentation.
• Intermediate Excel skills, including use of formulas and data analysis for estimating and quoting.
• Experience working with ERP, quoting, estimating, or business systems (preferred but highly beneficial).
• Detail-oriented approach with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively across engineering, sales, and operations.
• Team-player mentality with flexibility to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond quickly to changing quote demands.
• Self-starter attitude with a strong sense of ownership and drive to grow into a Senior Solutions Engineer role.
• High level of adaptability and coachability, with a positive and professional attitude.
• Manufacturing experience prioritized over pure quoting experience., * Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field preferred but not required.
• Experience in design for additive manufacturing (DFAM) and familiarity with design optimization for production.
• Comfort working with cross-functional teams and aligning technical solutions with commercial objectives.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain accuracy while handling multiple opportunities.
• Interest in continuous learning and staying current with manufacturing technologies and best practices., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors., Actalent

Carlsbad, CA*On-Site

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Carlsbad, CA*On-Site

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