Instrumentation & Controls Estimator

This is a hybrid position offering the opportunity to work on instrumentation, controls, and industrial automation projects while collaborating with experienced engineering and project teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop accurate cost estimates for instrumentation and controls projects.
• Review engineering drawings, P&IDs, electrical schematics, control panel drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Perform site visits and job walks to support estimating and project planning.
• Prepare comprehensive pricing proposals covering instrumentation, PLC hardware, HMI/SCADA systems, electrical materials, control panels, field installation, programming, commissioning, and project management.
• Coordinate with engineering, programming, fabrication, and field teams throughout the estimating process.
• Evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations and prepare scopes of work, proposal documentation, clarifications, and exclusions.
• Support project handoffs, budget development, change orders, and continuous process improvements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 3–7 years of experience in estimating, controls engineering, project management, or instrumentation and controls.
• Experience in water/wastewater, industrial automation, or electrical construction is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of PLC-based control systems, instrumentation, electrical systems, HMI/SCADA platforms, industrial networking, and field instrumentation.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, electrical schematics, control panel drawings, and construction specifications.
• Experience with Microsoft Office; familiarity with estimating software and AutoCAD Electrical is a plus.
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits:

• Hybrid work schedule
• Professional development and career growth
• Health benefits
• Company-paid life insurance and short-/long-term disability
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee referral bonus
• Casual work environment
• Pet-friendly workplace

Travel:

This role requires local travel to client and project sites, with occasional overnight travel as needed.

If this opportunity interests you, I'd be happy to share additional details and discuss how your background aligns with the role. Please let me know a convenient time for a brief conversation, or feel free to send me your updated resume.

I look forward to hearing from you.