Estimator I

Honeywell; Karnataka; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Honeywell is looking for an experienced Electrical Estimator / Proposal Engineer with 2-8 years of experience in proposal preparation for electrical systems including switchgear, transformers, and MV systems. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise and the ability to collaborate with various teams while ensuring compliance with international electrical standards.

The role requires preparing detailed cost estimates and participating in technical discussions with clients, making it crucial for the prospective employee to have excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2 to 8 years of experience in proposal engineering or estimation.
• Experience with electrical system costing and bid preparation.
• Familiarity with global electrical standards and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and techno-commercial proposals.
• Analyze customer specifications, BOQs, and tender documents.
• Perform costing, vendor evaluation, and risk analysis.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, sales, and project teams.

Skills

Electrical distribution systems (LV/MV)

Switchgear

Transformers

Ring Main Units (RMU)

Power Distribution Units (PDU)

Building Management Systems (BMS)

HVAC systems integration awareness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (B.E./B.Tech – Electrical)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Estimator / Proposal Engineer with 2–8 years of experience in estimation and proposal preparation for electrical systems including switchgear, transformers, MV systems, RMU, and PDU. The role requires strong technical expertise, cross‑functional collaboration, and an understanding of global standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, techno‑commercial proposals, and bid documentation for:
  • LV/MV Switchgear systems
  • Transformers (including MV Transformers)
  • Ring Main Units (RMU)
  • Power Distribution Units (PDU)
  • Related electrical infrastructure for industrial and datacenter applications
• Analyze customer specifications, BOQs, drawings, and tender documents
• Perform costing, vendor evaluation, and risk analysis
• Support proposal development, bid strategies, and value engineering
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, sales, and project teams
• Participate in technical discussions with clients and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with regional and international electrical standards and certifications
• Contribute to continuous improvement of estimation tools and processes

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of:
  • Electrical distribution systems (LV/MV)
  • Switchgear, transformers, RMUs, PDUs
• Working knowledge of:
  • Building Management Systems (BMS)
  • HVAC systems (basic integration awareness)
• Exposure to or understanding of:
  • Datacenter infrastructure (preferred/optional)
  • Power redundancy concepts (N, N+1, 2N)
  • Critical power distribution
• Familiarity with global electrical standards and certifications such as:
  • IEC, IEEE, ANSI, UL, CE, etc.
• Ability to review and interpret:
  • Single line diagrams (SLD)
  • Schematics and layouts
  • Specifications and datasheets

Experience & Qualifications

• 2 to 8 years of experience in:
  • Proposal engineering / estimation
  • Electrical system costing and bid preparation
• Experience in industrial, infrastructure, or datacenter projects is an advantage

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (B.E./B.Tech – Electrical)

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with multiple stakeholders, including:
  • Customers
  • Internal teams
  • Business functional leaders
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
• High attention to detail and accuracy

Nice to Have

• Experience with datacenter projects
• Exposure to global project execution environments
• Knowledge of estimation tools / ERP systems