Applications Engineer Corporate Estimating

An applications engineer is responsible for assessing the costs and resources required for a project or service. They analyze project specifications, review drawings and data sheets, and collaborate with various stakeholders to determine material, labor, and equipment needs. Estimators also research market prices, obtain quotes from suppliers and subcontractors, and prepare detailed cost estimates and proposals. Their role is crucial in ensuring accurate budgeting and pricing for projects in construction, manufacturing, engineering, and other industries.

Job Summary Responsibilities :

Core Responsibilities :

• Independently review customer supplied specifications to assess feasibility of Powell manufacture or supply.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings to include : single-lines, three-lines, elevations, control schematics, site plans and electrical enclosure layouts.
• Proactively anticipate highly complex application concerns prior to development of proposal.
• Translate conceptual customer designs into a meaningful proposal.
• Generate accurate proposals based on the review and interpretation of customer supplied documentation
• Ensure that proposed solution is best optimized for Powell and the customer.
• Utilizing independent judgment and decision making, creatively address customer application concerns at the proposal stage and communicate these concerns effectively to Powell Sales and / or customer.
• Perform competitive evaluation of sub vendor proposals used to complete the overall Powell offering.
• Act as an internal technical resource for Sales and Application engineering staff.
• Interact with other Powell divisions to develop cross business solutions.
• Assist in providing feedback for, and maintaining accuracy of various costing tools.
• Other duties as assigned.

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The role of Applications Engineer is critical in securing new business for Powell. The Applications Engineer is primarily measured on accuracy of the proposals generated by the individual, and on time performance (OTP). Performing with a high degree of accuracy and on time performance is a critical element to the continued success of Powell by contributing directly to the company top level goals of revenue and gross margin.

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