Junior Estimation Engineer (Mechanical/ Water treatment)

PeopleGene; Sharjah; On-site; AED 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleGene seeks an Estimation Engineer to review mechanical drawings for water treatment systems, perform material take-offs and prepare cost estimates and BOQs. You will coordinate with engineering and procurement to verify requirements and support proposal preparation.

Proficiency in Excel is essential; AutoCAD skills and drawing interpretation are highly valued. A Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering is required, with strong communication and coordination during deadlines.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel with good communication and coordination.
• Experience interpreting mechanical drawings used in water treatment.

Responsibilities

• Review mechanical equipment drawings and layouts for water treatment systems.
• Perform material and quantity take-offs using AutoCAD/PDF documents.
• Prepare cost estimations, BOQs and support proposal preparation.
• Coordinate with engineering and procurement to verify material requirements.
• Assist in preparing technical and commercial estimation documents.
• Update cost databases, supplier quotations and estimation templates.
• Ensure all estimation work is accurate, efficient and timely.
• Remain available during holidays for emergency work as needed.

Skills

Drawing interpretation

Coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Review and understand mechanical equipment drawings and layouts used in water treatment systems (e.g., pump stations, flanges, filtration units, piping & valve arrangements).
• Perform material and quantity take-offs based on approved drawings and technical specifications using AutoCAD/PDF documents.
• Prepare cost estimations, BOQs (Bill of Quantities), and support proposal preparation.
• Coordinate with engineering and procurement teams to verify material requirements.
• Assist in preparing technical and commercial estimation documents.
• Update and maintain cost databases, supplier quotations, and estimation templates.
• Ensure all estimation work is completed accurately, efficiently, and within deadlines.
• Remain accessible and available during holidays or post work for any emergency work requirement as instructed by the team lead.

Good to have:

• Experience in BOQ preparation with strong ability to interpret mechanical drawings used in water treatment industry
• Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment used in the water treatment industry such as flanges, pumps etc.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Must have proficiency in Microsoft Excel with good communication and coordination skills
• Good to have AutoCAD skills