Cost Engineer: Material Handling & Automation

Pengate Handling Systems, Inc.; Chalfont (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision,

Prescription drug coverage

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan with company 匹

Disability insurance

Continued training and professional |e

Job summary

Pengate Handling Systems, Inc. is seeking a Cost Engineer / Estimator to develop detailed cost estimates and competitive proposals for material handling and automation projects.

You will work closely with Sales, Applications Engineering, Procurement, Operations, and vendors to validate costs and prepare pricing packages. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and experienced with material handling systems, robotics, and controls.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, equipment specifications, layouts, and project requirements.
• High attention to detail with a commitment to producing accurate, well-supported estimates.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with ERP systems, estimating software, CRM platforms, or project management tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates for material handling, warehouse automation, and integrated systems projects.
• Review customer requirements, project specifications, layouts, technical drawings, equipment selections, and scope documentation.
• Estimate equipment, labor, engineering, software, installation, freight, travel, and subcontractor costs.
• Create and maintain internal costing models, estimating tools, pricing databases, and supporting documentation.
• Analyze project costs to identify potential risks, opportunities, and value-engineering alternatives.
• Compare estimates against historical results and lessons learned to improve accuracy.
• Update estimates as project requirements evolve.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare and issue RFQs; evaluate vendor proposals for pricing and compliance.
• Collaborate with Sales and Engineering to develop customer-facing proposals.
• Create commercial cost summaries, pricing packages, and bid documentation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Interpreting technical drawings

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

ERP/estimating software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/related field

Tools

ERP systems

Estimating software

CRM platforms

Job description

Pengate Handling Systems, Inc. is seeking a Cost Engineer / Estimator to develop detailed cost estimates and competitive proposals for material handling and automation projects.

You will work closely with Sales, Applications Engineering, Procurement, Operations, and vendors to validate costs and prepare pricing packages. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and experienced with material handling systems, robotics, and controls.