Technical Estimator - Automation, Controls, Validation & Instrumentation

PACIV

Job Description

Technical Estimator - Automation, Controls, Instrumentation & Validation
Indianapolis, IN

Shape High-Impact Automation Projects

Are you an Automation Engineer, Controls Engineer, Instrumentation Engineer, Validation (CQV) professional, or Project Engineer looking to expand your influence beyond project execution?

We are looking for a Technical Estimator to join our Indianapolis, IN team to support the development of automation, controls, instrumentation, and validation projects for leading manufacturing and regulated industry clients. This role offers the opportunity to apply your technical expertise during the earliest stages of a project, helping define solutions, develop project scope, and support successful project delivery.

If you enjoy solving technical challenges, collaborating with engineering teams, and influencing how projects are planned and executed, this may be the next step in your career.

What You Will Do

Develop estimates for automation, controls, instrumentation, and validation projects
Review project specifications, scopes of work, RFPs, and engineering documentation
Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and operations teams to develop technical solutions and project proposals
Work with vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers to obtain pricing and technical information
Support project planning efforts and help identify the best technical approach for client needs
Build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
Support projects across manufacturing, process automation, life sciences, and industrial environments
Participate in client meetings and industry events as a technical resource

Looking for Your Next Challenge?
If you have experience in automation, controls, instrumentation, validation (CQV), or project engineering and want greater influence on project success, this role offers the opportunity to help define technical solutions and support complex projects from concept through execution.

What We Are Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field
3+ years experience in automation, controls, instrumentation, validation (CQV), project engineering, system integration, or a related technical discipline
Ability to understand technical specifications, engineering documents, and project scopes
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred

Experience in manufacturing, industrial automation, life sciences, or engineering services
Experience developing project estimates, proposals, or technical documentation
Customer-facing engineering experience
Familiarity with instrumentation systems, PLC-based controls, validation activities, or process automation environments

Why Join PACIV?
For more than 30 years, PACIV has delivered automation, controls, instrumentation, and validation solutions to clients in highly regulated and complex manufacturing environments.
In this role, you will:

Influence projects before execution begins
Work alongside experienced automation and controls professionals
Expand both your technical and commercial expertise
Gain visibility into project strategy and solution development
Contribute to complex engineering projects across multiple industries
Build a long-term career with a well-established engineering organization

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary
90% employer-paid healthcare premiums
401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
Health Savings Account with employer contributions
Generous Vacation Time and company-recognized holidays
Professional development and career growth opportunities

Additional Information

Full-time, direct-hire position
No Corp to Corp (C2C) or 1099 arrangements
PACIV does not provide H-1B sponsorship or transfer support.
PACIV does not partner with external recruiting agencies

PACIV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace.
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