Estimator

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicates with customers via telephone, e-mail, determining customer needs and requirements to assist in developing designs, specifications, and actively sells SPVG’s products and services
• Analyzes each customer RFQ to determine product specifications, the method of manufacture, and other customer requirements such as packaging and delivery. Determines the optimum method of manufacturing for the product to meet or exceed customer’s functionality, quality, appearance, and delivery requirements. Communicates with Engineering staff for product design criteria.
• Calculates the projected costs of labor, material, sub-contracting and transportation, and sends the customer a detailed quotation for the project on a timely basis.
• Responsible to send customer an amended quote letter when changes in the delivered quote letter are necessary or the projected delivery date varies more than 2 to 4 weeks from the quote date.

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE

• Must be able to use PC and corporate computer systems.
• Must be somewhat proficient in Microsoft based programs.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of basic Mechanical Engineering concepts.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Knowledge of the ASME Code, and ability to use ASME related software.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively work with internal and external customers in a team environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Stand / walk - Frequent
• Bend / squat - Frequent
• Sitting - Occasionally
• Lifting - Occasionally (0 to 50lbs) (Over 50lbs with assistance)
• Reaching / simple grasping - Frequent
• Pushing / Pulling - Frequent
• Lifting above waste / shoulders - Frequent
• Computer usage - Frequent
• Verbal communication - Frequent

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Work 100% of the time in a manufacturing setting; standing, sitting, kneeling, walking, bending, lifting, and reaching.
• Majority of work activities performed indoors in an area with temperature variations, noise, dust, and fumes.
• Occasional work activity is performed outdoors.