Estimator

Job Description

At R-V Industries, our work is much more than designing and building world-class industrial process equipment. Not only are we impacting everyday life in the world we serve, but we are providing a quality of life to our employees and their families.

• Every day, we come together to build stronger relationships with our vendors, our customers, and each other, so we can solve challenging problems, and continue to improve the safety, quality, and efficiency of all that we do.
• Caring matters at R-V. We care for each other, our safety, our quality, our learning, and our growth.
• We seek out diversity of thought, experience, and strengths in individuals, so we can continue to innovate as a team.
• We believe when we bring our true full selves to serve others, it elevates the quality of life for all.
  
  

Overview

R-V Industries, Inc., a leader in custom metal fabrication and engineered equipment solutions, is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, advanced knowledge of fabrication processes, and the ability to interpret complex specifications to develop accurate cost estimates.

RESPONSIBILITES

• Review blueprints, technical drawings, and customer specifications to develop accurate cost estimates for metal fabrication projects.
• Analyze project requirements, materials, labor, and overhead to prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Apply knowledge of ASME and AWS welding codes to ensure compliance in project planning and execution.
• Evaluate geometric tolerances and complex fabrication details to determine production feasibility and accurate costing.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, sales team, and customers to refine proposals and address technical questions.
• Source and evaluate pricing for raw materials, subcontracted services, and specialized operations.
• Prepare and present formal estimate packages to management and customers.
• Track historical costing data and continuously improve estimating accuracy through feedback and project review.
  
  

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in estimating within a metal fabrication or manufacturing environment.
• Associate degree in science or engineering or equivalent experience required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• High mechanical aptitude and proven ability to read and interpret technical drawings and complex technical specifications.
• Knowledge of ASME and AWS welding codes.
• Understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) principles.
• Familiarity with a wide range of metal finishing operations including coating, polishing, and machining.
• Strong analytical and math skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in CAD software and ERP systems a plus.
  
  

Educational/Physical Requirements

• Associates degree in a related field is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is a plus
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
  
  

R-V Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Company Description

Headquartered in southeastern Pennsylvania, with locations in New Jersey and Illinois, R-V Industries, Inc. is a premier international provider of industrial process equipment. Turnkey services include design, engineering, welding, machining, assembly, testing, installation, and field service. The diversity of our end markets and team provides customers with the most innovative project and equipment solutions. In every project, we strive to demonstrate integrity, a commitment to safety, and our unrivaled determination to deliver quality results tailored to each customer’s unique needs

R-V Industries is proud to have built a team of more than 270 manufacturing and engineering professionals who have diverse experience in the numerous industries we serve. Our daily mission is to take our custom welding and fabricated experience to deliver our customers industrial equipment. Every member of our team shares the goal of delivering superior products that represent effective solutions to each customer’s biggest industrial process challenges.

R-V was founded in 1974 in Honey Brook, PA by Ronald L. Putt and Victor D. Dodd as a small job shop offering custom manufacturing services. In August of 1977, R-V experienced a major fire that virtually destroyed our entire facility, but rather than be deterred, Ron and Vic resolved to rebuild and come back stronger than ever. By September of 1980, R-V’s manufacturing space had been repaired, and our facilities expanded through the 1980s and 1990s to meet rising demand.

Headquartered in southeastern Pennsylvania, with locations in New Jersey and Illinois, R-V Industries, Inc. is a premier international provider of industrial process equipment. Turnkey services include design, engineering, welding, machining, assembly, testing, installation, and field service. The diversity of our end markets and team provides customers with the most innovative project and equipment solutions. In every project, we strive to demonstrate integrity, a commitment to safety, and our unrivaled determination to deliver quality results tailored to each customer’s unique needs R-V Industries is proud to have built a team of more than 270 manufacturing and engineering professionals who have diverse experience in the numerous industries we serve. Our daily mission is to take our custom welding and fabricated experience to deliver our customers industrial equipment. Every member of our team shares the goal of delivering superior products that represent effective solutions to each customer’s biggest industrial process challenges. R-V was founded in 1974 in Honey Brook, PA by Ronald L. Putt and Victor D. Dodd as a small job shop offering custom manufacturing services. In August of 1977, R-V experienced a major fire that virtually destroyed our entire facility, but rather than be deterred, Ron and Vic resolved to rebuild and come back stronger than ever. By September of 1980, R-V’s manufacturing space had been repaired, and our facilities expanded through the 1980s and 1990s to meet rising demand.