ESTIMATOR

Job Title: Fixture Estimator

Location: Wood Dale, IL (On-site)

About OPTO:

OPTO designs and manufactures retail fixtures for domestic and international markets. We are a design-led company driven by innovation, a passion for helping our clients succeed, and communication. Our team applies creative thinking across customer proposals, product development, and operations to deliver tailored retail solutions. The excitement, innovation, and passion from all of our team members allows us to curate the best solutions for any retail environment.

With in-house engineering and a responsive, collaborative culture, we adapt quickly to customer needs and provide industry-leading speed and reliability, earning long-term partnerships through performance and trust.

Job Summary:

The Fixture Estimator will support engineering to work within OPTO's component driven module fixture system to expand and develop cost-effective design solutions for standard and custom applications. They will work closely with members of the engineering and sales team to quote unique design solutions for the client.

The estimator will have the responsibility for estimating retail store fixtures, custom millwork, and accessories. Price estimates are established using OPTO's quoting methods and procedures. These estimates are based on ensuring current cost to produce are maintained. Exceptional time management and attention to details and process will be critical. This task will be accomplished through a strong team spirit, exceptional time management skills, attention to detail, and an extensive knowledge of manufacturing processes and cost analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for price estimation for custom fixtures and accessories
• Determine material and labor estimates according to customer specification
• Coordinate with engineer manager to provide design recommendations to best suit customer and company interests
• Research and specify materials to be used on products, when needed
• Solicit vendor/ subcontractor quotes
• Compare estimated to post production actual cost to verify quoting accuracy

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in Retail Store Fixture or equivalent estimating
• Associate's degree or higher in engineering/ design/ project management/ or equivalent. Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Knowledge of multi-materials including wood, metal, plastics, glass, etc.
• Extensive knowledge of costs for all phases of the manufacturing processes. Fabrication of metal fixtures and custom millwork
• Experience using 3D solid modeling, preferably Autodesk Inventor
• Good numeracy and computer skills including working knowledge of MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Working understanding of ERP software
• Ability to problem-solve quickly and effectively
• Ability to produce under pressure of timelines and customer demands
• Ability to prioritize and work independently on multiple small projects simultaneously ensuring all key dates are met while maintaining the highest level of accuracy

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with employer match, medical, dental, and vision insurance, AD&D and life insurance, and paid time off (PTO)
• Bonus Incentive program
• Casual office environment
• A team of passionate, creative, and fun team who is dedicated to the growth of our company
• A diverse work experience where you can see projects come to life. Starting with the inception of projects in marketing and business development, through the concept and development with our design and engineering teams, all the way to fabrication and final delivery to our customers

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

This position is based in an office environment. The role involves sitting and standing at a desk, frequent in-person and phone communication, and the regular use of standard office equipment, including phones and computers.

Accessibility Accommodation Statement:

OPTO is committed to providing qualified individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their jobs. If you (or another applicant you know) require assistance accessing or reading this job posting or need accommodations during the application process, please contact us. OPTO will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to the application process in accordance with applicable state and federal law.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:

OPTO is an equal opportunity employer. OPTO prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.