Technical Sales Industrial Estimator

Steele Solutions Inc.; Tiffin (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Steele Solutions Inc. in Tiffin, Ohio is seeking a Technical Sales Estimator to support customers with cost-effective, custom-engineered steel solutions.

The role combines estimating with design and direct customer interaction, working with sales, engineering, manufacturing and project management teams from concept to quotation. The position emphasizes problem-solving, CAD reading, and BOM creation, with occasional travel to client sites and an office-based schedule in a collaborative team

Qualifications

• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Ability to read CAD 2D and 3D models.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in estimating, manufacturing, engineering support, applications engineering, or project engineering.

Responsibilities

• Review customer specifications, blueprints, drawings, and project requirements.
• Develop accurate cost estimates and quotations for steel platforms, gravity chutes, safety lockers, and other custom solutions.
• Determine material, labor, and manufacturing requirements for proposed projects.
• Generate bills of materials and identify cost drivers that impact project pricing.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Project Management teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Create customized solutions using standard SSI products and components.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.
• Assist with product improvements and enhancements based on customer feedback and market needs.
• Occasional travel to customer locations may be required.

Skills

Engineering drawings

CAD 2D/3D

Analytical skills

Customer service

MS Office (Excel/Outlook/Teams/Word)

Tools

AutoCAD

3D Modeling

BOM Creation

Cost Estimating

Manufacturing Processes

Job description

Technical Sales Estimator

Join Steele Solutions as an Estimator.

Steele Solutions is a leading manufacturer of steel work platforms, material handling systems, safety structures, and custom-engineered solutions. We are seeking a detail-oriented and driven Estimator to join our team and support customers across a variety of industries.

This role combines estimating, design and customer interaction to develop cost-effective solutions for unique customer projects. The ideal candidate enjoys problem-solving, working with technical drawings, and collaborating with sales, engineering, and project management teams to bring projects from concept to quotation.

Location: Tiffin, Ohio
Schedule: Office, Generally 4 9’s and a 4 on Friday
Travel: Limited, occasional customer site visits as needed

What You'll Do:

• Review customer specifications, blueprints, drawings, and project requirements.
• Develop accurate cost estimates and quotations for steel platforms, gravity chutes, safety lockers, and other custom solutions.
• Determine material, labor, and manufacturing requirements for proposed projects.
• Generate bills of materials and identify cost drivers that impact project pricing.
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Project Management teams throughout the project lifecycle.
• Create customized solutions using standard SSI products and components.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.
• Assist with product improvements and enhancements based on customer feedback and market needs.
• Occasional travel to customer locations may be required.

What We're Looking For:

Required Qualifications:

• Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Ability to read CAD software 2D and 3D models.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Outlook, Teams, and Word.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in estimating, manufacturing, engineering support, applications engineering, technical sales, or project engineering.
• Experience working in steel fabrication, metals manufacturing, structural steel, material handling, or industrial equipment environments.
• Experience developing bills of materials (BOMs) and manufacturing estimates.
• Familiarity with distributor networks and B2B customer relationships.
• Knowledge of material handling equipment and custom fabricated products.

Technical Skills:

Preferred experience with one or more of the following:

• AutoCAD.
• 3D Modeling Software.
• BOM Creation.
• Cost Estimating.
• Manufacturing Processes.
• Engineering Documentation.

Why Join Steele Solutions?

• Work on unique custom-engineered projects across multiple industries.
• Collaborate with experienced engineering, sales, and manufacturing professionals.
• Opportunity to contribute to innovative steel structures and material handling solutions.
• Stable and growing manufacturing organization.
• Career growth opportunities within engineering, project management, and technical sales.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) with Company Match.
• Paid Time Off and Holidays.
• Professional Development Opportunities.

Ideal Backgrounds:

We encourage candidates with experience as any of the following to apply:

• Estimator.
• Technical Sales.
• Manufacturing Estimator.
• CAD Designer.
• Design Drafter.
• Applications Engineer.
• Project Engineer.
• Mechanical Designer.
• Technical Sales Support Specialist.
• Engineering Technician.
• Industrial Designer.

Steele Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace.