Estimator / Application Engineer

Company Overview

The Horsburgh & Scott Company is a leading manufacturer of industrial gears and custom gear drives, boasting nearly 135 years of engineering and manufacturing expertise. Our commitment to quality and innovation ensures that we deliver the highest quality gearing products and services to our customers. To learn more about our Company and capabilities, visit our website Horsburgh & Scott | Gear Manufacturer and Gearbox Repair

Job Summary

The primary function of the Estimator is to provide accurate pricing information for the design and production of our industrial gears, gear drives or gear repair services. Upon receiving a project request, the Estimator will review and analyze all customer supplied data, including technical and design specifications necessary to complete the project. The Estimator will accurately determine the raw materials, engineering, manufacturing, logistic, and other costs necessary to complete the project to specifications and provide the customer with an accurate quote on price.

Primary Responsibilities

• Review the project request with the customer and / or salesperson.
• Review all customer supplied drawings, specifications, data, etc.
• For repairs, evaluate gearbox to determine necessary repairs and scope of work.
• Determine preliminary designs and specifications.
• Develop cost estimates based on the data supplied by the customer to include all preliminary design work, materials, production costs, etc.
• Review customer purchase orders to ensure they reflect the quote in accurate, up to date and meets the customers' expectations.
• Submit quote to customer in conjunction with the H&S sales team.
• Assist with overall workload within Applications Engineering to meet customer needs and department schedules.

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