Estimator

Engineered Products LLC•Easley, SC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

At Engineered Products, our mission is to maximize space efficiency and redefine material handling and storage solutions. As a privately held company with over 50 years of industry experience, we have earned the trust of businesses worldwide by delivering customized storage solutions tailored to their unique needs. Our innovative approach not only streamlines space utilization and reduces costs for our clients, but also offers dynamic career opportunities across all departments. We foster a culture of innovation and empowerment, where every team member contributes to our success by embodying our core values: building strong internal relationships, approaching challenges with optimism and a proactive mindset, and embracing continuous learning and collaboration. If you're ready to join a dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the material handling industry, apply now and become part of our exciting journey!

Requirements

2-3 years of experience in estimating, project management, or a related field
Proven experience as an estimator or in a similar role within manufacturing or construction, preferably in material handling or automated systems
Strong understanding of design processes and the ability to customize designs based on client specifications
Ability to learn ERP systems for BOM compilation and proposal finalization
Excellent communication and coordination skills to manage internal teams, vendors, and customers
Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in calculations and design specifications
Ability to manage multiple projects, adhere to budgets, and meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
Recent graduates with relevant coursework, internships, or project experience will also be considered
Technical knowledge of automated storage systems and structural design principles is a plus
Basic CAD skills is a plus

Responsibilities

Evaluating and finalizing RFQs (Requests for Quotations)
Supporting the design process
Ensuring the accuracy of calculations
Coordinating communication between various stakeholders to provide accurate cost assessments
Developing ROMs (Rough Order of Magnitude) for early-stage projects
Managing proposal finalization
Assisting in project documentation and budget control
Reviewing initial RFQs and identifying critical questions or concerns
Providing internal engineers with essential data (e.g., pallet weight, system height) for accurate design and calculations
Ensuring data accuracy to support load assessments and structural design
Confirming assumptions and facilitating clear communication regarding design and calculations
Assisting in the development of preliminary design drawings as needed
Selecting engineer-recommended components for system designs
Accommodating design revisions due to capacity or deadline constraints
Finalizing estimates by compiling BOMs (Bills of Materials) in ERP, including structure and routings, to create the estimate
Requesting pricing for third-party items from vendors and addressing questions via team calls, phone, or email
Writing proposals for installers, addressing pricing comparisons, installer-specific questions, and assisting with drawing clarifications
Compiling data in ERP, including material, vendor quotes, freight, drop, and engineering hours to finalize system details
Conducting pricing reviews with the team to ensure accurate cost assessments
Transferring relevant documents to the Job Project File upon receipt of the PO and participating in Project Kick-off meetings
Assisting the Design Team during drawing and customer approval, ensuring post-PO design changes stay within budget
Supporting the Project Management Team in developing estimates for change orders as needed
Developing ROMs for early-stage projects, utilizing data from similar past quotes and jobs
Providing vendor feedback as required to improve project execution