Senior Estimator

Invio Automation, Inc.; New Baltimore (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Invio Automation is seeking a Senior Estimator in Michigan to work with customers, interpret project needs, and develop accurate, competitive proposals. The role requires knowledge of mechanical hardware, pneumatic and electrical controls, design concepts, and industry standards.

The estimator will prepare timely quotes, manage the quotation process, tailor mechanical and controls solutions, and collaborate with Project Managers, Operations, and Business Development to win new business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering.
• Associate’s degree with 5–7 years of related experience.
• Automotive or manufacturing industry experience preferred.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue accurate quotes by applying technical and manufacturing experience.
• Manage the quotation process including terms, approvals, and documentation.
• Develop mechanical and controls solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Review specifications, provide clarifications, and alternatives.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Operations, and Business Development to secure new business.
• Support large projects by managing change orders and coordinating with Engineering.
• Track quotes and performance for strategic partners and the sales team.
• Prepare quotes for spare parts.

Skills

Manufacturing industry experience

Analytical thinking

Controls understanding

Technical writing

Clear communication

Project management

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

CAD interpretation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering

Associate’s degree in related field with 5–7 years of experience

Tools

SolidWorks

Unigraphics

MS Office

Job description

Company

Invio Automation is a leader in Industry 4.0, delivering high-value automation solutions that help customers accelerate growth in specialized markets such as medical devices, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing. With deep domain expertise and extensive engineering capabilities, Invio partners with clients from early-stage product design and R&D through to full-scale automation. Customers value Invio’s commitment to precision, quality, efficiency, and safety, and rely on its innovative, scalable solutions to support long-term growth. Headquartered in Michigan, Invio Automation is supported by a vast design library, a growing North American presence with global reach, and a team of over 600 experienced professionals across the Midwest and northeast.

Invio operates through two integrated segments:

• The Solutions Segment delivers engineered systems for precision manufacturing, including robotic cells, multi-station assembly lines, and other automation solutions.
• The Technologies Segment focuses on advanced autonomous systems and ergonomic tooling, including heavyweight Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMRs), Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs), turnkey assembly solutions, and custom lift-assist tools for safety-critical applications.

Description

As a Senior Estimator, you will work directly with customers to understand project needs, review requirements, and develop accurate, competitive proposals. This role requires strong knowledge of mechanical hardware, pneumatic and electrical controls, design concepts, and industry standards. You will use your communication skills to clearly differentiate our tooling solutions from competitors and ensure proposals reflect customer value. The Estimator must be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute accurate, timely quotes by applying technical and manufacturing experience.
• Ensure all aspects of the quotation process are completed, including technical and commercial elements, terms and conditions, approvals, and customer documentation.
• Develop effective mechanical and controls solutions tailored to customer needs.
• Review customer specifications in detail, providing clarifications, recommendations, and alternative approaches.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Operations, and Business Development to secure new business.
• Support large-scale projects by managing change orders and coordinating with Engineering.
• Track and report sales performance against quotes for strategic partners and the sales team.l
• Prepare quotes for spare parts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be professional, proactive and positive. Both with internal and external customers and coworkers. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Automotive or Manufacturing industry experience is preferred.
• Ability to analyze information quickly and accurately.
• Ability to understand control components and how they function.
• Ability to explain how and why specific conclusions were reached.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects from conception to completion.
• Proven organizational skills and the ability to multitask.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Ability to use CAD design software, either SolidWorks or Unigraphics, to review 3D models, dimensions, etc.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical 2D drawings.
• Willing to travel to Invio facilities and customer sites as required (15% or less).

Education

Prefer a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or manufacturing engineering or an Associate’s degree in a related field with at least 5-7 years of related experience.

Core Values

• We take pride in the reliability of our team and the difficult problems we solve for customers.
• We deliver real customer value that positively impacts the lives of those around us.
• We are dependable. Relationships and trust matter.
• Our ingenuity and desire to improve lives will complement our suite of solutions.
• We strive to demonstrate that our attention to detail does not start or end with the solutions we engineer and deliver.
• We believe exceptional service is better demonstrated than said.