Turbomachinery Repair Estimator

Overview & ResponsibilitiesSummary of Role:We are hiring a Turbomachinery Repair Estimator! This person will independently develop and deliver accurate, timely, and comprehensive cost estimates and commercial proposals for complex repair and re-rate projects involving Elliott and non-Elliott multi-stage engineered turbomachinery. This is an individual contributor role with combined technical and commercial responsibilities, focusing on systematic scope definition, material/labor cost analysis, and quotation development for repair orders (ranging from $5,000 to $2,000,000).Key Responsibilities & Scope:Cost Estimation & Proposal Development: Lead the entire quotation phase for repair orders. This includes gathering all technical and logistical data for cost make-ups, defining detailed work scopes, determining labor hours and material/subcontracting costs, and preparing and issuing competitive proposals.Technical Scope Definition & Analysis: Analyze complex inspection reports and technical data to accurately define the required repair work scope and determine the correct technical actions. Assist factory and service engineers in developing and costing unique repair processes.Commercial & Margin Management: Act as a daily function of promoting future business and defining project pricing. Ensure that all estimates are structured to meet a 35% profit goal by accurately analyzing costs and validating margins. Effectively communicate EEE Terms and Conditions to customers.Documentation & Handoff: Develop, maintain, and archive detailed cost models and estimating documentation for quoted projects. Prepare comprehensive technical and commercial packages to ensure a seamless handoff to the Project Management and Accounting teams upon receipt of an order.Communication & Coordination: Maintain continuous formal and informal communication with internal stakeholders (Service Engineering, Shop Management, Purchasing, Sales, Accounting, etc.) and external customers and vendors (operations, purchasing, engineering backgrounds) to validate technical requirements and pricing inputs.Dimension: Role supports a Sales Budget (bookings/quota) of $4,000,000+ and manages estimation efforts for approximately 100 customer accounts. Minimal travel is required.Required Background and Experience:Experience: Minimum five (5) years of experience in turbomachinery repair techniques, processes, and cost estimating within a manufacturing or repair environment.Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of turbomachinery repair technology and design, particularly complex multi-stage engineered apparatus, and thorough knowledge of Elliott and non-Elliott equipment. Must have completed all EEE product training. Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, and fabrication, and the ability to read and interpret manufacturing drawings are highly desirable.Education: Technical or business degree, or equivalent experience.Skills: Demonstrated experience in translating technical requirements and scope of work into accurate cost make-ups and commercial proposals. Effective written and verbal communication, self-motivation, strong organization and time management, and the ability to handle demanding deadlines. Must be able to develop and grow relationships with diverse internal and external contactsEqual Employment OpportunityEbara Elliott Energy is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by the federal, state or local laws of the United States. Applicants and employees are protected under U.S. federal law from discrimination. To learn more, click here.To learn more about our Job Applicant Privacy Notice, please click here.No agency submissions please. NOTE: Resumes submitted to any Ebara Elliott Energy employee without a current, signed and valid contract in place with the Ebara Elliott Energy recruiting team will become the property of Ebara Elliott Energy and no search fees will be paid.SummaryLocation: Houston, TXType: Full time