Estimator, Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer

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Regular Full-Time Dallas, TX, US

13 days ago Requisition

At Play Power, we are not just a company; we’re a passionate family of brands dedicated to creating moments of joy and inspiration through play. As a global leader in crafting premier recreational equipment, our mission is to ignite imaginations and fuel creativity in people of all ages. By joining our team of over 1600 employees across the world, you are joining a community that believes in the Power of Play!

If you're ready to make a lasting impact and bring laughter and fun to the lives of children and adults, explore our exciting opportunities to help us to create a world where play knows no limits.

• Honesty and Integrity
• Respect and Caring for Others
• Openness and Collaboration
• Individual and Team Accountability
• Passion and Purpose

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Estimator to join our USA SHADE team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates for shade structure projects of varying size and complexity. This role requires strong collaboration across departments, a thorough understanding of project documentation, and a sharp eye for identifying and mitigating potential cost risks.

• Review project specifications, engineering drawings, and related documents to fully understand project scope and requirements.
• Collaborate closely with sales teams, engineers, and other key stakeholders to gather essential data for comprehensive and accurate cost estimations.
• Prepare detailed estimates, including labor, material, and equipment costs, for a wide range of projects.
• Research and analyze historical data such as purchase orders, subcontracts, and productivity reports to develop reference materials and improve future estimate accuracy.
• Identify potential cost-related risks and propose mitigation strategies to ensure accurate project budgeting.
• Ensure all cost components are documented and included in final quotation packages with precision and completeness.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Industrial Design, or a related field.
• Up to 2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within the construction, engineering, or manufacturing sectors.
• Proficiency with cost estimation methods and tools, with strong skills in Microsoft Excel and related software.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills with a high attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Good communication and teamwork abilities
• Willingness to learn and take initiative
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills

Normal office environment setting or may be exposed to noise if working in or around a production area. Schedule is Monday through Friday, normal business hours. Constantly required to sit, use hands, talk, and hear. Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Position is onsite Monday through Friday (8am – 5pm) and not remote eligible. Only under special circumstance(s) will the person be allowed to work remotely and with express written consent of senior leadership.

Compensation for this position will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and qualifications, aligning with industry standards. The salary range for Dallas, TX, is also based upon geographical market standards for the industry and position in those areas.

There is a possibility of a bonus(es) based on individual performance and merit to be paid at the sole discretion of the company, but bonus(es) are not guaranteed unless outlined in writing in the offer letter extended to the candidate selected for the position.

Play Power and its subsidiaries, PLAYPOWER, offers a competitive benefits package including, but not limited to, paid time off, health insurance, and 401(K) for full-time positions.

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