Controls Engineer and Estimator

Job Summary

We are looking to add a dynamic and personable controls estimator who can help us develop estimates and quotes for a variety of engineering and production projects.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding or background in manufacturing and engineering skills, including: specifying components and pricing (mechanical & electrical) and estimating manufacturing labor hours, plus some project management skills to manage the quote process from development to completion.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Estimate costs and write proposals related to UL 508a and NFPA 79 controls, custom automated machinery, and material handling equipment. Knowledge of electro-mechanical components used in the automation industry is important.
• Clearly and accurately define labor hours, material costs, and outside service costs for detailed parts, assemblies, and tooling.
• Work closely with outside vendors to obtain technical information and pricing required to properly select the correct components for applications being quoted.
• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, including some design, involving all relevant stakeholders.
• Manage changes to project scope, schedules, and costs while coordinating with the sales and engineering teams to manage customer expectations. Acquire change orders and customer authorization where appropriate.
• Meet quote deadlines and expedited requests from customers.
• Demonstrate good presence and congeniality when speaking technically in front of groups (co-workers & customers).
• Follow up on quotes sent to customers and manage quotes and quote requests in the queue.
• Perform hands-on engineering when necessary to complete projects.
• Use various software (Exact Online/AutoCAD/ Solidworks, etc.) to assist in reviewing drawings and generating quotes.

Qualifications and Skills

Associates degree in an electronics or business-related field or equivalent experience. Five plus years of electrical controls programming and/or production experience and experience in a costing and/or proposal role.

Benefits

Competitive compensation depending on experience; flexible work schedule; paid vacation with additional paid time off (PTO); nine paid holidays; healthcare; profit sharing and 401(k); specialty training and new skills development, and more.