Industrial Estimator: From Drawings to Competitive Proposals

RIMEPRO INC; Artesia (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

RIMEPRO INC. is seeking a Manufacturing Estimator to support projects from initial customer request through proposal and award. The role collaborates with proposal engineering and internal teams to review drawings, develop detailed estimates, and translate engineered concepts into competitive customer proposals.

The successful candidate will read technical drawings, analyze cost data, and use Excel-based estimating tools to deliver accurate estimates across material, labor, and vendor costs.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of estimating, cost analysis, manufacturing, or related experience.
• Experience in industrial manufacturing, mechanical equipment, fabrication, piping, pressure vessels, structural steel, or similar environments preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Strong Excel skills, including formula-driven estimating and cost analysis.
• Experience developing estimates involving labor, material, and vendor costs.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple bids or projects.
• Experience with Primavera or other ERP/project systems is a plus.
• Heat exchanger, boiler, pressure vessel, or power-generation experience is helpful but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree not required; relevant experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop project estimates from engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.
• Estimate material, labor, equipment, fabrication, and purchased-component costs.
• Work closely with Proposal Engineers to understand project scope and technical requirements.
• Support the full bid-to-award process from initial estimate through final proposal.
• Review drawings and project changes and update estimates accordingly.
• Obtain and evaluate vendor and supplier pricing when needed.
• Maintain Excel-based estimating models, formulas, and cost data.
• Support proposal development, pricing reviews, and internal approvals.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, manufacturing, and project teams.
• Assist with modifications and changes to existing equipment or project scope.
• Maintain accurate estimating and project information within internal systems.

Job description

RIMEPRO INC. is seeking a Manufacturing Estimator to support projects from initial customer request through proposal and award. The role collaborates with proposal engineering and internal teams to review drawings, develop detailed estimates, and translate engineered concepts into competitive customer proposals.

The successful candidate will read technical drawings, analyze cost data, and use Excel-based estimating tools to deliver accurate estimates across material, labor, and vendor costs.