Controls Cost Estimate Engineer

LER TechForce, LLC.; Lake Orion (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LER TechForce, LLC is seeking a Controls Estimator in Oakland County to drive proposal success. You will prepare cost estimates for controls solutions, engage with customers, and coordinate with suppliers, engineering, and procurement to craft competitive bids.

Join a team that values technical depth, safety compliance, and continuous improvement as part of the Ascent Aerospace organization. A strong background in automation and cost estimation will help you succeed.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Management, or equivalent.
• 5–10 years of related experience, preferably including estimating.
• Strong knowledge of electrical power and distribution systems.
• Familiarity with NFPA, NEC, UL 508, IEC, CE in control panel design.

Responsibilities

• Develop and secure new business for the company.
• Lead the development of the controls solution and cost estimate within complex proposals.
• Lead controls solution development for system architecture, content, costs and proposal development.
• Meet with prospective customers to understand scope, budget and requirements.
• Identify and coordinate with supplier partners early in the process.
• Coordinate with mechanical estimating resources and procurement for RFQs.
• Support bid presentations to leadership for approval.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and Quality System standards.
• Perform other job-related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing and automation knowledge

Electrical/hydraulic/pneumatic schem.

CNC motion control, Robotics, PLCs, HM

Education

BS in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you looking to work for a company that provides an innovative work environment, and your voice is heard? We are currently recruiting for a Controls Estimator to work in Oakland County.

Who we are:

LER TechForce is an industry leader in embedded controls, software, functional safety, and engineering talent. For over 20 years LER has been working with customers across North America. Follow us at: LER TechForce on LinkedIn.

What you will be doing

• Play a key role in the development and securing of new business for the company.
• Lead the development of the controls solution and cost estimate within complex, technical proposals crossing all sites within the Ascent Aerospace organization.
• Following company processes, lead the development of the controls solution for all key proposals including but not limited to system architecture, controls material content, labor and material costs, and technical proposal development.
• Meet with prospective customers as needed, in collaboration with the Account Management team and Proposal Lead, to understand project scope, specifications, budget, etc. in order to provide customers with the best solution.
• Identify and coordinate with supplier partners at an early stage in order to leverage resources and competencies throughout the proposal phase.
• Coordinate with mechanical estimating resources and procurement for requests for quotations from outside suppliers for parts, materials, hardware, or specialized solutions.
• Support the presentation of bids and bid strategy to the leadership team for approval.
• Understand and follow safety and environmental regulations and identify safety/environmental concerns.
• Adhere to the Quality System and actively participate in continuous improvement.
• Perform other job-related tasks as reasonably assigned by manager.

What you'll need to be successful:

• BS in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Industrial Management, or equivalent; any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered.
• 5 to 10 years of related experience (preferably including estimating).
• Extensive knowledge of manufacturing and automation.
• Strong knowledge of electrical power and distribution systems.
• Ability to comprehend complex specifications, CAD models, drawings, etc.
• Strong understanding of Electrical, Hydraulic, and Pneumatic schematics, CNC motion control, Robotics, PLCs, and HMIs.
• Maintain current knowledge of new and existing products, applications, and standards - specifically NFPA, NEC, UL 508, IEC, and CE as they relate to control panel design and build.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Very high attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of project costs.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines.