Instrumentation & Controls Estimator

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9 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $98,000.00 To $ Annually

Keystone Engineering Group, Inc. is a Professional Engineering Firm and Systems Integrator with 25+ years of experience in Design and Design-Build services for Water, Wastewater, and private industries. We have five offices located in Southeastern Pennsylvania, Northeastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Lewes Delaware, and Seaford Delaware.

Keystone has cultivated a strong employee and client centered environment where employees are valued, respected, and supported.

Our team effectively works together to deliver projects on time and on budget.

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Construction Management, or related field preferred
• 3-7 years of experience in estimating, project management, controls engineering, or related instrumentation and controls work
• Experience with in water/wastewater, industrial automation, or electrical construction industries preferred
• Strong understanding of PLC-based control systems and instrumentation systems
• Experience reviewing construction drawings, specifications, and control schematics
• Valid driver's license with ability to travel to client and project sites
• Strong understanding of instrumentation and control systems, electrical systems, and industrial automation
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, electrical schematics, control panel drawings, and construction specifications
• Knowledge of PLCs, HMI systems, SCADA platforms, industrial networking, and field instrumentation
• Familiarity with control panel fabrication and field installation practices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with clients and contractors
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines simultaneously
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with cross-functional teams
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to estimate accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word
• Familiarity with estimating software and AutoCAD Electrical is a plus
• Comfortable presenting pricing, scope details, and technical concepts to customers and contractors

• Develop detailed and accurate cost estimates for instrumentation and controls projects
• Review and interpret engineer plans, specifications, control schematics, panel drawings, and bid documents
• Perform job walks and site evaluations to gather information required for estimating and project planning
• Meet with existing and prospective clients to discuss project opportunities, requirements, schedules, and expectations
• Cultivate positive working relationships with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal team members
• Identify and pursue public and private bid opportunities related to instrumentation and controls work
• Prepare and submit pricing proposals to general contractors, electrical contractors, mechanical contractors, municipalities, and end users
• Generate complete project pricing including, but not limited to:
• Instrumentation
• Operator interfaces and industrial computers
• HMI and SCADA software
• Electrical materials
• Field installation labor
• Startup and commissioning support
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations
• Coordinate with engineering, programming, panel shop, and field personnel during estimate development
• Create detailed scopes of work, clarifications, exclusions, and proposal documentation
• Maintain estimate files, bid summaries, and project cost history records
• Assist with…