Project Designer/Estimator

Project Designer & Estimator

Atlantic Installation Company is a family-owned industrial equipment and mechanical services company serving warehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing facilities, automotive service facilities, and other commercial and industrial customers.

We are seeking a Project Designer & Estimator to turn customer requirements and field conditions into practical equipment layouts, accurate bills of materials, and well-developed project proposals.

This position is ideal for someone with experience in industrial drafting, CAD design, material handling, construction estimating, or a related field. We are also interested in candidates who are mechanically inclined, enjoy solving practical problems, and want to develop their technical skills in a growing company.

Responsibilities

• Prepare equipment layouts, plan views, elevations, details, and conceptual designs using AutoCAD, Configura CET, and other design software.
• Develop layouts for pallet rack, shelving, mezzanines, work platforms, conveyors, industrial curtains, automotive equipment, and related systems.
• Review customer drawings, specifications, installation instructions, and existing site conditions.
• Perform material takeoffs and prepare accurate bills of materials.
• Assist with field surveys, measurements, photographs, and documentation.
• Research equipment options and obtain pricing, lead times, and technical information from manufacturers and suppliers.
• Assist Project Managers with cost estimates, proposals, submittals, revisions, and project documentation.
• Identify potential design, access, clearance, and installation conflicts.
• Maintain organized drawings, notes, vendor quotations, and estimating information.
• Revise drawings and estimates as project requirements change.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, installation personnel, vendors, customers, and outside consultants.
• Follow company design standards, procedures, and management direction.

Basic Qualifications

• Associate degree, bachelor’s degree, technical certificate, or equivalent relevant experience in drafting, CAD design, construction technology, estimating, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or comparable drafting software.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and equipment installation instructions.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to document project information and take accurate, thorough notes.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Ability to pass applicable pre-employment screening requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing or estimating material-handling, industrial equipment, mechanical, or construction projects.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Configura CET, or similar design software.
• Experience preparing material takeoffs, bills of materials, or project cost estimates.
• Familiarity with pallet rack, shelving, mezzanines, conveyors, automotive equipment, or other industrial systems.
• Practical mechanical aptitude and an interest in understanding how equipment is manufactured, assembled, and installed.
• Experience conducting field surveys and developing drawings from existing conditions.
• Familiarity with vendor quotations, freight, labor estimates, and proposal preparation.
• Hands-on experience building, assembling, repairing, or modifying equipment.

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Occasional overtime, weekend work, and travel to customer facilities may be required.
• This position combines office-based design and estimating work with occasional visits to commercial and industrial facilities.

Training and Development

The selected candidate will receive product-specific and company-process training during an introductory 90-day period. Training will include field visits and time with our installation personnel to develop a practical understanding of how the equipment we design and estimate is delivered, assembled, installed, and serviced.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Paid sick time
• 401(k)
• Training and professional development
• Opportunities for advancement as the company grows

Atlantic Installation Company is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person