Estimator II

Onsite | Full-Time | Permanent Salaried

About Us

Vander-Bend is a U.S.-based manufacturer dedicated to building the precision infrastructure that powers tomorrow’s AI. Our expertise in server racking and power delivery solutions provides the backbone for next-generation data centers, enabling hyperscalers and integrators to innovate and scale globally. With a focus on trusted, domestic manufacturing, we deliver quality, speed, and innovation at scale—redefining AI infrastructure for the future.

We are a newly created division of Vantedge Medical, the premier metals-based med-tech solutions partner from concept to full-scale manufacturing. With a steadfast commitment to advancing technology, we take immense pride in the work we do—and have a lot of fun doing it.

About the Role

This is the journey-level estimating position responsible for estimating the cost of parts and communicating quotes to Customer Account Managers. The Estimator II is capable of creating estimates for the most complex sheet metal parts and electromechanical assemblies, under a minimum of supervision. They are highly capable of the use of the VISUAL MANUFACTURING ERP system and very familiar with service costing.

Responsibilities

• Estimates costs of parts for customers by use of VISUAL MANUFACTURING ERP system or by completion of paper estimating forms.
• Obtains quotations for outside services and materials either by direct contact with vendors or by requesting assistance of the Buyers.
• Consults with service or material suppliers to clarify requirements and negotiates best pricing available.
• Consults with the Estimating Supervisor to determine whether service quotes are reasonable prior to using them.
• Consults with production staff including supervisors, lead workers, and others as necessary to determine the time required for completing complex or unusual tasks.
• Consults computer system to review pricing history and outside service cost history for parts.
• Validates all material requirements, notes, specifications, and tolerances for availability and feasibility.
• Evaluates fabrication based on existing equipment currently installed or on equipment company has on order.
• Requests DFM as needed from Engineering Department.
• Submits quotes to the Estimating Supervisor for review only when warranted by high complexity or sensitive nature of quote.
• Uses computer system to generate cost data and determines “actual cost” of completed parts when a re-quote request warrants review.
• Communicates quotes to customer account managers using printed quote letters and spreadsheets.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience or equivalent combination of education and experience, plus demonstrated mastery of the required knowledge and skills.
• Extensive, demonstrable working knowledge of costs of painting, plating, silk-screening, and other common sheet metal services.
• Extensive working knowledge of available sources of supply for sheet metal parts and services.
• Ability to manipulate numbers accurately and quickly.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and see the fabrication implications of most details on the sheet metal parts.
• Very good knowledge of fabrication techniques and methods.
• Strong communication skills with sales, production, and other staff.
• Ability to recognize when a detail is not understood and to request assistance.
• Mastery of the VISUAL MANUFACTURING ERP system’s manufacturing, estimating, and Part Maintenance modules.

Pay

$85k - $110k