Estimating Engineer

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES 

Sales Engineer is responsible for providing direct pricing and design support to internal and external customers on design/build and publicly bid projects using the most current pricing available. They apply knowledge of structures materials and construction techniques to support Field Sales and Estimators related to advanced design considerations and ensuring estimate designs are being done in accordance with the high standards of the organization. 

BASIC FUNCTION: 

• Prepares calculations and engineering details from information received such as contract drawings specifications and addendums using in-house pricing programs and supplemental design programs. 

• Provide accurate and easy-to-follow designs that meet code requirements and manufacturing restraints. 

• Provides detailed consultation to Builders Field Sales and Estimators regarding building codes complex framing scenarios and non-standard geometries. 

• Identifies exclusions discrepancies missing information and obtains clarification and qualifies the quotation based on that information. 

• Evaluates customer provided information for cost effective solutions (value engineering). 

• Ensures the use of the most current pricing information when preparing the estimate. 

• Builds and maintains Builder/Vendor relationships. 

• Provides training to Builder Network and Field Sales on proper use of inhouse pricing tool.  

• Communicates with Builders Sales Customer Service and Engineering regarding any clarification of scope/design intent that the Sales Engineer was involved in. 

• Self performs and/or checks complex estimates. 

• Continually improve productivity accuracy and ability. 

• Continually expand engineering knowledge so that a Professional Engineering License can be obtained and maintained. 

• Understand the role in the overall system and be willing to step outside that role when required. 

• Reports to Estimating Manager.  

• Work related travel would typically be less than 2 times per year 

Qualifications :

Sales Engineer I

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple workflows simultaneously.

Ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal methods.

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and project specifications.

Must be comfortable on the phone with customers and Field Sales.

Exhibit competency of in-house design programs and procedures.

PEMB knowledge in both product offerings and design considerations.

This role will require performance with minimal supervision and manage his/her own projects to assure on-time completion.

Check design work done by Estimators

Bachelors degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering from an ABET accredited curriculum with a major field of study in structural design is required or equivalent work experience.

Passed Fundamentals of Engineering exam

Minimum of 2-years metal building design experience or related field

AutoCAD experience preferred.

Sales Engineer II

Licensed Professional Engineer preferred

Minimum of 4-years metal building design experience or related field

Advanced PEMB knowledge in both product offerings and design considerations.

Train and mentor less experienced Sales Engineers and Estimators

Provides preliminary design for estimation of Requests for Building Modifications (RBMs).

Represents the company as an engineering advisor in sales meetings.

Sales Engineer III

Licensed Professional Engineer required

This role is one of a senior engineer that has mastered PEMB design concepts and application as it applies to Estimating.

Provide supervision in the absence of Estimating Manager and provide technical support for Estimating staff.

Provide engineering expertise as needed across the corporate design community

Minimum of 10-years metal building design experience or related field

Additional Information :

ADA Job Requirements 

Reasonable accommodations will be made to ensure that the essential functions of the job can be performed and not hinder the employees performance due to physical mental or emotional disability. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands 

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO paid holidays FSA life insurance LTD STD 401k EAP discount programs tuition reimbursement training and professional development. 

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30 hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

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