Job Information
Actalent Engineering Estimator in Beaverdam, Ohio
Job Title: EstimatorJob Description
We are seeking an experienced Estimator to generate estimates for the supply and installation of conveying and storage systems in the grain handling and storage industry. This role supports a steel fabrication manufacturing environment and involves collaborating with customers, project managers, sales staff, and engineers to develop accurate pricing quotes. Responsibilities include reviewing customer drawings, internal blueprints, BOMs, and CAD files in AutoCAD to generate material costs and working with various stakeholders to estimate labor hours and costs. You will also help identify potential estimation software, digitize legacy records, and occasionally travel to local customers.
Responsibilities
Generate estimates for the supply and installation of conveying and storage systems in the grain handling and storage industry.
Support a steel fabrication manufacturing environment.
Work with customers, project managers, sales staff, and other engineers to develop pricing quotes.
Review customer drawings, internal blueprints, BOMs, and CAD files in AutoCAD to generate material costs.
Partner with shop leadership, construction leadership, and project management to estimate labor hours and costs.
Identify potential estimation software for purchase and use.
Help digitize legacy estimation records.
Occasionally travel to local customers (10% or less) and return home the same night.
After the initial contracting period, you may be asked to climb ladders on tall grain elevators to obtain field measurements.
Essential Skills
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, construction management, project management, or related discipline.
Experience supporting an agricultural, steel fabrication, construction, or grain handling and storage industry.
Minimum of 3 years prior estimation experience.
Proficiency in creating spreadsheets in Excel.
Experience with AutoCAD.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
5-7+ years of estimation experience.
Experience supporting the agricultural industry.
Experience managing engineering or construction projects.
Experience working with estimation software such as Costimator.
Work Environment
This is a small family-run company where you will wear multiple hats in your role. You may be asked to climb ladders on tall grain elevators to obtain field measurements after the initial contracting period. You will have the opportunity to help develop the firm's estimation process and bring new ideas to the VP, including software purchase recommendations. The role may require occasional local travel, and you will return home the same night.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Beaverdam,OH.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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