Estimation Engineer

United Infrastructure Ltd; Warrington; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an ICP Estimating Engineer to develop accurate cost estimates for Integrated Control & Protection systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge of protection relays and SCADA systems, with 2–7 years' experience in estimating or engineering. Responsibilities include reviewing client specifications, creating bid packages, and maintaining pricing databases. The role is full-time and based in Warrington, United Kingdom, offering a mid-senior level position in the construction sector.

Qualifications

• 2–7 years experience in estimating, engineering, or technical sales of ICP systems.
• Experience with SCADA/RTU/PLC systems and control protection schemes required.
• Proficient in communication protocols like Modbus and DNP3.

Responsibilities

• Review client specifications and tender documents.
• Create complete bid packages and maintain pricing databases.
• Collaborate with engineering and project management teams.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge in protection relays

SCADA/RTU systems

Communication protocols

LV/MV switchgear

Proficiency in MS Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Power, Control Systems Engineering

Tools

Estimating software

Technical documentation tools

Job description

Job Title

ICP Estimating Engineer

The ICP Estimating Engineer is responsible for developing accurate and competitive cost estimates for Integrated Control & Protection systems used in substations, power generation facilities, HV/MV electrical networks, and industrial automation environments.

This role requires strong technical knowledge in protection relays, control panels, SCADA/RTU systems, PLCs, communication protocols, LV/MV switchgear, and relevant standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Review & Scope Definition: Review client specifications, single line diagrams, protection schemes, I/O lists, system architecture drawings, and tender documents.
• Identify project scope, technical requirements, and any compliance gaps.
• Analyze control & protection philosophies and propose appropriate solutions.
• Protection relays (e.g., SEL, ABB, Siemens, GE); RTU/SCADA/PLC systems; interface cabling, wiring, hardware; software engineering, testing, commissioning.
• Create complete bid packages, including Bill of Quantities, technical clarifications, cost breakdowns, pricing justifications; ensure proposals comply with timeliness and commercial requirements.
• Request quotations and technical information from OEMs and suppliers; evaluate offers.
• Maintain updated pricing databases for protection relays, panels, SCADA hardware, network equipment, and engineering services.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, and project management teams; attend pre‑bid meetings, site visits, client discussions; participate in handover meetings.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare estimation summaries, risk assessments, cost analyses.
• Maintain bid logs, revision histories, tender status tracking.
• Support continuous improvement of estimation tools and templates.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Power, Control Systems Engineering, or related field.

Experience

• 2–7 years estimating, engineering, or technical sales of ICP, protection, control systems.
• Experience with SCADA/RTU/PLC systems, LV/MV control and protection schemes, IED configuration and panel integration; EPC, utility, substation background advantageous.

Technical Skills

• SCADA architectures and communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC 60870-5-104).
• Switchgear interlocking and scheme drawings.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, estimating software, technical documentation tools.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Construction