Remote LV/MV Switchgear Estimation Engineer

Industrial Electric Manufacturing; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

IEM, a leading electrical equipment manufacturer, is seeking an Estimator to join the Estimating Department supporting the Sales Division with proposal preparation and in‑depth analysis of engineering and design for LV/MV switchgear projects.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Engineering, has 3+ years of electrical equipment manufacturing experience, can read single line diagrams and panel schedules, and is skilled at delivering accurate technical quotations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
• 3+ years of experience in electrical equipment manufacturing.
• Experience reading single line diagrams, panel schedules, and specifications.
• Expert knowledge of LV/MV switchgear.
• Experience with technical proposals and quotations in electrical equipment manufacturing.
• Excellent computer, communication, and organizational skills.
• Intermediate knowledge with automation & control and metering solutions.
• Travel up to 25% during onboarding and training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare technical quotations for LV and MV switchgear projects by analyzing project requirements and costs.
• Develop accurate cost estimates by evaluating raw material, labor, equipment, and tooling costs.
• Identify and quantify cost uncertainties to ensure reliable costing models.
• Update estimates and pricing based on project scope changes, revised specifications, and new information.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Sales, Project Management, Engineering, and Procurement during quotation process.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, bid documents, and RFQs to develop proposals.
• Prepare and submit quotation packages and proposals in response to customer RFQs.
• Obtain pricing for buyout items from approved vendor partners as requested by Sales.
• Analyze RFQ documentation and summarize key requirements, risks, and project details for internal stakeholders.
• Support the Sales team by communicating critical project information and ensuring quotation accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Reading diagrams

Cost analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

LV/MV switchgear

Proposal preparation

Communication & organization

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

IEM, a leading electrical equipment manufacturer, is seeking an Estimator to join the Estimating Department supporting the Sales Division with proposal preparation and in‑depth analysis of engineering and design for LV/MV switchgear projects.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in Engineering, has 3+ years of electrical equipment manufacturing experience, can read single line diagrams and panel schedules, and is skilled at delivering accurate technical quotations.