Controls Estimating Engineer

Controls estimating engineers are responsible for the designs, applications and specifications of material handling control system architecture & hardware designs during the pre-sales phase of a project. This position plays a key role within the pre-sales process and works closely with internal teams, vendors, and Trew's Market Partners to design creative, robust, competitive controls project solutions that meet or exceed customer specifications for a winning solution. This position identifies project resources along with hardware requirements for the scope of work that has been developed and generates estimates for the cost of labor, material, equipment and subcontractors. Finally, this position will lead the development on the next generation of control system tools to drive efficiency and automation of tasks / processes / workflows within the presale organization.This job is for you if…Enjoy being part of the sales processThrive on creating solutions for complex customer problemsYou are looking to lead and establish new and exciting control system toolsLove communicating with internal and external partnersYou’ll be…Assisting the sales team in managing pre-sales controls estimatesReviewing proposal specifications and drawings as well as attending pre-bid meetings to determine scope of workDeveloping estimates for engineering hours, hardware and subcontracted servicesConducting concept review meetings as requiredAssisting in preparing sales proposals, documentation and customer presentationSupporting customer sales presentationsReviewing many factors and uses judgment within defined practices and procedures to determine appropriate actionsReporting proposal status to managementMeeting with customers to discover project requirementsManaging as-sold documentation and delivery to the project teamMentoring less experienced engineers on industry and technical knowledgeWhat You’ll Need…BSI, BSEE, BSME, BSCS degree or equivalent combination of experience and education3 or more years of experience in the warehouse management industryExtensive knowledge of automated controls systems. Understanding of electrical field wiring, PLC's, VFD's and scanner station solutions. 3 or more years of experience with electrical device layout. Excellent client follow through skillsAbility to prioritize and multitask in fast paced and high-volume environmentAutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Visual BasicPreform system audit on existing control systemTREW’s StoryBusiness gets done working together. Successful business happens when trusted partners work together, to win together. At TREW we know that our customers buy solutions and technology built by people. With over 500 team members, we work fearlessly every day to do the right thing, even when no one is watching. From seasoned professionals to undergraduate co-ops, our team members enjoy seeing the impact of their contributions every day.Trew/Hilmot/TKO is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.