Controls Estimating Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in the STEM Talent Arena is seeking a Controls Estimating Engineer to design control system solutions and develop project cost estimates. The successful candidate will address customer needs with technical proficiency and contribute directly to sales strategies through innovative proposals and budgeting efforts.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering required, preferably in a related field.
• Strong technical knowledge of control systems is essential.
• Experience with cost estimation and proposal development.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with customers to define project requirements and propose tailored solutions.
• Support sales team by presenting technical proposals and cost estimates.
• Conduct site visits to gather measurements and assess current conditions.

Skills

Technical knowledge of control systems

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

EPlan

PowerPoint

Visio

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

The Controls Estimating Engineer designs control system solutions and develops accurate project cost estimates to support the sales process. This role requires strong technical knowledge of control systems and the ability to translate customer needs into effective, competitive proposals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with customers to define project requirements and propose tailored solutions.

• Support the sales team by presenting technical proposals and cost estimates.

• Interpret customer specifications and develop project content using tools like AutoCAD, EPlan, PowerPoint, and Visio.

• Specify system components, estimate labor hours, and build detailed project budgets.

• Coordinate with Sales, Operations, and vendors to develop cost-effective solutions.

• Source competitive pricing through vendor and purchasing team collaboration.

• Conduct site visits to gather measurements and assess current conditions.

• Stay current on emerging technologies to provide innovative and differentiated solutions.

Company DescriptionWe are a firm focused in the STEM Talent Arena; Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.

We build and have long term relationships with our clients and represent our clients transparently. We pride ourselves in understanding a candidate's skill set, and the culture and work environment that is a best fit for both the candidate and the client.Company DescriptionWe are a firm focused in the STEM Talent Arena; Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.

We build and have long term relationships with our clients and represent our clients transparently. We pride ourselves in understanding a candidate's skill set, and the culture and work environment that is a best fit for both the candidate and the client.