Estimator

Welker, Inc; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Welker, Inc in Sugar Land, TX, is seeking a detail-oriented Estimator to prepare accurate quotations for custom-engineered products. This role connects customers, sales, engineering, and operations to ensure requirements are evaluated and priced appropriately.

The ideal candidate analyzes technical information, interprets specifications, and develops timely, competitive proposals. Strong judgment, data-driven problem solving, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential.

Qualifications

• Requires degree or equivalent work experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organization.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Excel and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Review inquiries and specs to determine project scope.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and quotes for custom products.
• Update price lists and discounts.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Sales.
• Analyze materials, labor, and production costs for pricing.
• Use ERP to maintain quotes, costs, and prices.
• Perform cost rollups of engineering packages.
• Support Sales with technical and commercial information.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Time management

Education

Engineering or related degree

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Welker

At Welker, our mission is to Build Something Greater. We are a family-owned manufacturing company based in Sugar Land, Texas, with over 70 years of experience delivering innovative solutions to the oil and gas industry.

Our capabilities—including ERP systems, 3D CAD design, and on-site manual and CNC machining—allow us to provide industry-leading products, turnkey solutions, and worldwide service.

If you're looking to combine technical analysis, customer support, and problem solving in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, Welker may be the right fit for you.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Estimator to prepare accurate quotations for custom-engineered products and solutions. This role serves as a critical link between customers, sales, engineering, and operations by ensuring project requirements are thoroughly evaluated and priced appropriately.

The ideal candidate enjoys analyzing technical information, interpreting specifications, and working through complex requirements to develop timely and competitive proposals. Candidates must have the ability to quickly assess situations, exercise good judgment, and understand the interdependencies of project elements and anticipate how modifications will affect the overall system, equipment, schedule, and project objectives.

If you enjoy solving problems, working with data, and helping customers find the right solution, this position may be the perfect fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Review customer inquiries, specifications, drawings, and technical requirements to determine project scope
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and quotations for custom engineered products and systems in a timely manner with a focus on accuracy and priority
• Update published price list and discount list
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Sales teams to evaluate product requirements and production costs
• Analyze material, labor, machining, assembly, and testing requirements to develop competitive pricing
• Utilize ERP system to maintain quote records, cost, and sales prices
• Perform cost rollup of completed engineering packages
• Support Sales by providing technical and commercial information related to quotations

Required Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Manufacturing, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience preparing estimates, quotations, proposals, or bids in a manufacturing, industrial, or oil and gas environment
• Experience working in manufacturing is a plus
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and technical specifications
• Familiarity with ERP systems and cost analysis
• Understanding of machining, fabrication, assembly, or manufacturing processes
• Experience supporting custom-engineered or made-to-order products

Why Join Welker?

• Work closely with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Leadership teams
• Gain exposure to custom product development and manufacturing operations
• Play a key role in winning new business and supporting customer success
• Develop technical, commercial, and project management skills
• Join a stable, family-owned company with a strong reputation and long-term growth

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience, education, and potential
• Health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement

Additional Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. and not require sponsorship
• Must successfully complete a drug screen, physical, and background check