Quotations Specialist - Switchgear

Consolidated Electrical Distributors; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Consolidated Electrical Distributors in Davenport, IA seeks a Quotations Specialist for Switchgear to work with customers, our sales team, and suppliers. You will prepare accurate quotations, manage projects, and ensure timely delivery of switchgear solutions.

This role requires strong knowledge of electrical distribution, problem-solving, and effective communication to coordinate pricing, delivery, and technical support from start to finish.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of electrical distribution systems.
• Experience with switchgear, switchboards, transformers, panel-boards, MCCs, circuit breakers and fuses.
• Strong math, grammar, and geometry skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with Square D products (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Interpret project specifications, drawings, and requirements to prepare quotations (pricing, delivery, and technical details).
• Value engineer projects to ensure 3E is positioned as the most competitive bidder.
• Place material orders based on project/customer requirements.
• Manage projects to ensure orders are delivered on time and according to specifications.
• Collaborate with customers and the sales team to review project needs and recommend 3E solutions.
• Act as the key contact between customers and suppliers for pricing, delivery, service, and technical support.
• Provide product recommendations and design layouts for design-build projects.
• Prepare operation and maintenance manuals after project completion.
• Work independently while collaborating with the quotations team.

Skills

Electrical distribution

Switchgear knowledge

Math skills

Attention to detail

Education

2-year technical degree

Tools

Square D experience

Job description

Summary

Job title: Quotations Specialist - Switchgear

Department: Davenport - 3E

Description

Summary:

In this role, you’ll work closely with customers, our sales team, and suppliers to prepare accurate quotations, manage projects, and ensure timely delivery of switchgear solutions.

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong electrical distribution knowledge who enjoys problem-solving, customer interaction, and managing technical projects from start to finish.

Reports to: Inside Sales Manager

Minimum Qualifications:

• Solid understanding of electrical distribution systems.

• Working knowledge of switchgear, switchboards, transformers, panel-boards, motor control centers, circuit breakers, and fuses.

• Strong math, grammar, and geometry skills.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Experience with Square D products (preferred).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Education/Experience: 2-year Technical Degree or equivalent field experience.

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions will be standard for an office environment & warehouse.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Essential Job Functions:

• Interpret project specifications, drawings, and requirements to prepare quotations (pricing, delivery, and technical details).

• Value engineer projects to ensure 3E is positioned as the most competitive bidder.

• Place material orders based on project/customer requirements.

• Manage projects to ensure orders are delivered on time and according to specifications.

• Collaborate with customers and the sales team to review project needs and recommend 3E solutions.

• Act as the key contact between customers and suppliers for pricing, delivery, service, and technical support.

• Provide product recommendations and design layouts for design-build projects.

• Prepare operation and maintenance manuals after project completion.

• Work independently while collaborating with the quotations team.

CED is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability | Veteran