Senior Applications Engineer

A Senior 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 alsoresearch 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.

Essential Responsibilities

• Core Responsibilities:
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  • 1. Optimize the proposed solution to best benefit Powell and our customer

  • 1. Write effective comments to help define Powell's offering

  • 1. Act as technical resource for Powell Sales

  • 1. Assist Powell Sales with internal and external technical discussions and solutions

  • 1. Perform competitive evaluation of sub vendor proposals used to complete the overall Powell offering

  • 1. Assess risk associated with sub-vendor offering

  • 1. Interact with other Powell divisions to develop cross business solutions