Mechanical Estimator

Job Title: Mechanical Estimator Job Description We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically proficient Estimator to support our sales team in preparing accurate and timely bids. This role is critical to ensuring fast turnaround on customer requests and maintaining high standards of technical execution. The Estimator will work primarily behind the scenes but will occasionally engage directly with customers, attend trade shows, and visit job sites across the country. Responsibilities

- Develop and prepare detailed cost estimates and bid proposals using Excel and other tools.
- Collaborate with sales reps and technical staff to gather necessary input for accurate quoting.
- Ensure timely delivery of bids, often under tight deadlines.
- Maintain and update pricing databases, templates, and estimation tools.
- Review customer specifications and drawings to identify scope and requirements.
- Occasionally attend trade shows and customer job sites to support sales efforts and gather project information.
- Communicate with customers indirectly via email, phone, and through sales reps to clarify requirements and follow up on bids.
- Track and report on bid status, win/loss rates, and turnaround times.

Essential Skills

- Proficiency in estimation, sales, and customer service.
- Experience in construction, mechanical, and project management.
- Strong skills in Excel, proposals, and estimating software.
- Knowledge of bidding, electrical, CAD, AutoCAD, Revit, Inventor, manufacturing, and HVAC.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

- Manufacturing background preferred, especially in powder coating.
- Ability to read and understand AutoCAD 2D drawings.

Work Environment You will be working onsite in a cubicle with the sales/purchasing team. Occasionally, you will be on the floor to understand the product and take pictures for marketing. The facility is located in Vancouver and is equipped with multiple spray booths that can handle projects ranging from automotive to aerospace/defense sectors. You will be part of a vibrant and dynamic team, with opportunities to expand your career within the metal fabrication and manufacturing space. The company offers a supportive work environment with generous benefits, including a week of PTO, 5 sick days, and 6 holidays.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vancouver, WA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $38.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vancouver, WA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Vancouver,WA. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without
regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,
sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected
by law.

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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the
city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants
with arrest and conviction records.

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It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a
condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law
shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,
including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications
and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you
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