Mechanical Estimator

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

Job summary

A leading automation company in Detroit is seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator to compile cost estimates for specialized parts. The ideal candidate will have strong engineering knowledge, Excel experience, and familiarity with welding and automation processes. Responsibilities include interpreting engineering layouts, estimating labor hours, and maintaining knowledge of suppliers in the Detroit auto industry. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in critical projects in the field of automation and robotics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in estimating costs for mechanical work.
• Direct experience in welding, automation, and robotic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Compile estimates of cost on special parts for pricing purposes.
• Interpret engineering layouts and data.
• Estimate labor hours for various mechanical tasks.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Excel experience

Understanding manufacturing processes

Knowledge of welding and automation

Education

Bachelor's degree

2-4 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mechanical Estimator KUKA Systems North America seeks an experienced Mechanical Estimator to join our team. The Mechanical Estimator compiles estimates of cost on special parts or products as a basis for pricing purposes. Must have engineering knowledge and be able to interpret engineering layouts and data. Requires extensive knowledge of designs, manufacturing processes and procedures with direct experience in welding, automation and/or robotic equipment. BIW experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Compiles estimates of cost on special parts or products as a basis for pricing purposes.
• Interpret engineering layouts and data.
• Maintains thorough knowledge of Detroit auto industry base suppliers for design and manufacturing of details and components.
• Estimates labor hours for the following: Mechanical & Electrical design; Fabrication; Piping; Assembly; Installation Supervision; Machining; Wiring; Try-out on KUKA floor, Try-out on customer floor.
• Estimates construction costs of proposed equipment including raw material and purchased components.
• Estimates changes for Project Manager.
• Negotiates changes with customers.
• Utilizes and works with project specialist to fine tune standard spreadsheets with standard cost.
• Maintain knowledge of designs, manufacturing processes and procedures with direct experience in welding, automation and/or robotic equipment.
• Works with Project Services Group to convert estimate into budget if proposal becomes project.
• If required, develops written proposal describing proposed scope of work estimated.
• Develops necessary presentations with Account Executives to assist in closing of business.
• Develops and maintains standard proposal format for the group. Involves close interaction with engineering, manufacturing and project services.
• Solicits quotations for support equipment that may be required as part of KUKA's proposal. This includes generating inquiry and defining of scope of work for sub suppliers.
• Maintain knowledge of PC based software such as Microsoft Office.
• Understands and follows safety & environmental regulations and identifies safety/environmental concerns.
• Adheres to the Quality System and participate in continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or two to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excel experience required.
• Body in White experience strongly preferred.