LV Switchgear Estimator (Commercial) - Bid Specialist

Vertiv; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv in Ohio seeks a Commercial Estimator to deliver pre-sales technical expertise for switchgear, switchboards, and busway. You will craft tailored solutions for RFPs, support bid proposals, and work with sales and engineering to meet customer needs.

You will use the Quote Configurator, review orders, and help ensure timely handover to project management while focusing on reliability, safety, and profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related technical field, Electrical Engineering preferred.
• 2+ years of commercial or relevant industrial experience.
• Experience with technical scope review and formal proposal development.
• Knowledge of electrical distribution products and systems.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing clear, concise, and technically sound tailored solutions based on customer requirements and/or RFPs.
• Perform equipment selections and technical calculations for Low Voltage Switchgear, Switchboards, Panelboards, and Busway.
• Apply Quote Configurator tool for comprehensive quote support.
• Assist in reviewing custom service and solution orders and provide technical instruction through the order process.
• Maintain positive attitude toward targets regarding reliability, accountability, safety, quality, and productivity.
• Provide technical support to Vertiv Sales and customers.
• Analyze customer specifications and one-lines; apply product offerings to meet needs cost-effectively.
• Follow up on opportunities to determine win/loss status.
• Update sales force with quotation information and assist with orders for handover to project manager.
• Participate in new product development projects.

Skills

Commercial experience

Technical scope review

Electrical distribution knowledge

Customer service

Communication skills

Data center design objectives

Multitasking in fast-paced env

SLD/relay PLC knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related technical field

Electrical Engineering degree preferred

Tools

Quote Configurator

Job description

Vertiv in Ohio seeks a Commercial Estimator to deliver pre-sales technical expertise for switchgear, switchboards, and busway. You will craft tailored solutions for RFPs, support bid proposals, and work with sales and engineering to meet customer needs.

You will use the Quote Configurator, review orders, and help ensure timely handover to project management while focusing on reliability, safety, and profitability.