ADAS Collision Estimator — Precision Estimates & Client Advocacy

Kinetic; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Kinetic is seeking a temporary Collision Estimator in Santa Clara, CA to assess vehicle damage, identify ADAS calibration needs, and craft precise repair estimates. You will work with high‑resolution imagery and leading estimating platforms to drive trust, efficiency, and safety. The role offers potential conversion to full‑time after three months.

You’ll collaborate with owners, collision centers, and internal teams while traveling for client meetings and industry events as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in collision estimating or as an auto claims adjuster.
• Proven success in delivering exceptional customer service in a B2B collision repair environment.
• Proficiency with CCC ONE, Mitchell, and Audatex software.
• Strong multitasking skills with virtual desk review experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to travel for client meetings, training, and industry events.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Analytics, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with car owners, collision center partners, and internal teams.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on collision estimating, repair planning, and ADAS calibration.
• Review high-resolution photos, scan reports, and facts of loss to produce accurate, complete, easy-to-understand estimates.
• Use CCC ONE, Audatex, and/or Mitchell to ensure estimates are precise and fully documented.
• Audit repair plans for OEM procedure compliance, correct labor times, and proper parts evaluation.
• Understand and apply insurance carrier requirements to ensure alignment and compliance.
• Analyze trends in estimate quality, documentation, supplements, and repair outcomes.
• Provide feedback to internal teams to improve workflows, technology, and customer processes.
• Support the ongoing development and enhancement of Kinetic's estimating, diagnostics, and repair planning platforms.
• Participate in training initiatives and knowledge-sharing activities across the organization

Skills

Collision estimating

Customer service

Multitasking

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Analytics or related field

I-CAR or ASE certifications preferred

Tools

CCC ONE

Audatex

Mitchell

Job description

Kinetic is seeking a temporary Collision Estimator in Santa Clara, CA to assess vehicle damage, identify ADAS calibration needs, and craft precise repair estimates. You will work with high‑resolution imagery and leading estimating platforms to drive trust, efficiency, and safety. The role offers potential conversion to full‑time after three months.

You’ll collaborate with owners, collision centers, and internal teams while traveling for client meetings and industry events as needed.