ESTIMATORS

Anderson Dahlen, part of Gray’s Specialty Equipment segment, delivers end-to-end equipment design-build and contract manufacturing. Services include precision fabrication (cutting, forming, machining, welding, finishing), complex assemblies, engineering, integration, and complete process solutions such as skids and sanitary platforms tailored to customer applications. Anderson Dahlen is ISO 9001:2015 certified, as well as ASME, AWS, and PED compliant.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for fabricated metal components and assemblies by gathering information, analyzing critical metrics, and performing risk assessments.
• Work closely with internal teams, vendors, and customers to support successful project execution.
• Understand parts, projects, and customer requirements.
• Determine key variables for labor, material, and process costs.
• Research and analyze manufacturing methods, production times, and materials.
• Gather, review, and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes.
• Perform risk analysis and identify cost drivers.
• Create and submit accurate estimate reports or bids to project managers, sales teams, and customers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and statements of work.
• Utilize ERP and other quoting systems to develop estimates.
• Apply basic mathematics and problem-solving skills to estimating activities.
• Communicate clearly through presentations and written documentation.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and process standardization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Fluency in manufacturing processes, strong knowledge of bills of material and routings for metal products, and experience with ERP estimating systems.
• Working knowledge to proficient in GD&T, welding symbols, and AWS/ASME welding codes.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily operate a computer at a desk in an office environment within a manufacturing-type setting.
• Lift/Carry: 0-10 lbs. occasionally; 11-100 lbs. never.
• Push/Pull: 0-25 lbs. occasionally; 26-100 lbs. never.
• Bend: 0-33% during an 8-hour shift.
• Twist/Turn: 0-33% during an 8-hour shift.
• Kneel/Squat: Not at all.
• Sit: 67-100% during an 8-hour shift.
• Stand/Walk: 0-33% during an 8-hour shift.
• Overhead Reaching: 0-33% during an 8-hour shift.
• Ladder/Stair: 0-33% during an 8-hour shift.

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $64,000–$95,000 annually. The range takes into account skill sets, experience, training, certifications, and business needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health plan options, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, disability, and supplemental insurance options.
• Private health insurance, life insurance, and an employee assistance program (EAP) for overseas team members.