Estimator I

SUMMARY

The Estimator is responsible for analyzing product specifications technical drawings and customer requirements to develop accurate cost estimates for custom projects. This role involves calculating material costs labor hours and overhead expenses to ensure precise pricing helping the company secure new business while maintaining profitability. The Estimator collaborates with sales procurement applications engineering and production teams to deliver competitive quotes and optimize cost efficiencies.Estimator Ifocuses on foundational estimating tasks and gaining proficiency in costing methodologies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review customer requests for quotes (RFQs) technical drawings and project specifications to determine the scope of work.

• Estimate material costs based on quantity type and supplier pricing or coordinate with an Applications Engineer as needed.

• Determine labor hours for production including fabrication assembly and finishing using established labor rates or coordinate with an Applications Engineer as needed.

• Incorporate overhead costs such as equipment usage facility maintenance and quality control into estimates.

• Develop detailed cost breakdowns outlining key components contributing to total project costs.

• Prepare accurate and competitive price quotes including delivery timelines and payment terms.

• Collaborate with sales procurement and Applications Engineers to ensure proposals align with customer needs project specifications and cost competitiveness.

• Maintain organized documentation of estimates and related communications in ERP/CRM systems inclusive but not limited to quote notes exceptions and clarifications.

• Participate in training sessions to develop product knowledge and estimatingproficiency.
  

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Passion for customer experience excellence.
  

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines.
  

• Technical aptitude with electrical power knowledge.

• Strong verbal written and listening communication skills; bilingual (Spanish) is a plus.

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.

• High accuracy in data entry and process alignment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook Teams Word) and ERP systems (EPICOR experience is a plus).

• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes including machining assembly and finishing.

• Ability to analyze basic data and calculate costs with accuracy.

• Familiarity with interpreting engineering drawings.
  

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelors degree in engineering manufacturing or a related field preferred or equivalent experience.

• 13 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to cost estimating.