Top 59 Proposal and estimating Jobs in Cincinnati, Oh

Mechanical Applications Engineer & Estimator
Sencorpwhite —Hamilton, OH
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Travel
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Proposal and Estimating Engineer
E Tech Group —West Chester, OH
- Remote
- 5 years
- Engineering
- System design
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Cost Estimator
Omni One —Cincinnati, OH
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- Email
- Engineering
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Senior Estimator
Skanska USA —Cincinnati, OH
- Full-time
- Background check
- 5 years
- Experience equivalent to degree accepted
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
Electrical Project Manager/Estimator
Bertke Electric —Harrison, OH
- $80,000 - $90,000 a year
- Construction site
- 5 years
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Preconstruction Manager
STAG Partners —Cincinnati, OH
- $50,000 - $80,000 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hybrid work
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Prospiant —Cincinnati, OH
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Engineering
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ESTIMATING & PURCHASING PRECONSTRUCTION SPECIALIST
Fischer Homes —Erlanger, KY
- 5 years
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
Senior Estimator
PIONEER CLADDING AND GLAZING SYSTEMS —Mason, OH
- 8 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Conceptual Estimator
HGC CONSTRUCTION CO. —Cincinnati, OH
- 5 years
- Business development
- Analysis skills
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Estimator for Epoxy Flooring Business
Global Epoxy Plus —Cincinnati, OH
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Construction site
- Sales
- Mid-level
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Utility/Site Estimator
Sehlhorst Equipment Services —Cleves, OH
- $75,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Databases
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Estimator
Miller Valentine —Cincinnati, OH
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction site
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Senior Estimator
Paul Hemmer Company —Fort Mitchell, KY
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Data analysis skills
- Business development
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Estimator Co-Op
PIONEER CLADDING AND GLAZING SYSTEMS —Mason, OH
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Math
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Residential Estimator
Molloy Roofing Company —Cincinnati, OH
- $70,000 - $130,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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PRECONSTRUCTION ESTIMATOR
Fischer Homes —Erlanger, KY
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
Mechanical Estimator
Steelial Constructions & Metal Fabrication —Norwood, OH
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- 401(k) matching
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Electrical Estimator
Romanoff Group of Companies —Monroe, OH
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
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Estimator
Avenue Fabricating —Batavia, OH
- $24 - $26 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 7 years
- Microsoft Excel
- 6 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Mechanical Applications Engineer & Estimator

Sencorpwhite
Hamilton, OH

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Customer communication
Materials handling

Full Job Description

Mechanical Applications Engineer & Estimator – VLM & Carousel Systems

Purpose of the Role:

The Mechanical Applications Engineer & Estimator is responsible for designing and costing vertical storage solutions, including Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs) and horizontal/vertical carousel systems. This role works closely with sales, and engineering to develop space-efficient, ergonomic, and cost-effective storage solutions, translating operational requirements into engineered layouts and accurate proposals.

Key Responsibilities

Application Engineering (VLM & Carousel Focus)

Evaluate customer requirements including:
- SKU profiles, part dimensions, and weights
- Storage density goals
- Pick frequency and workflow
- Ceiling height and building constraints
Design optimized solutions using:
- Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs)
- Horizontal carousels
- Vertical carousels
Perform storage capacity calculations and space utilization analysis.
Develop system layouts showing equipment placement, operator access, and workflow integration.
Recommend tray configurations, extractor sizing, and load capacities.
Ensure ergonomic and safety considerations are incorporated into designs.
Define system interfaces with:
- Pick-to-light / put-to-light systems
- Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
- Basic conveyor or goods-to-person interfaces (if applicable)

Estimating & Costing

Prepare detailed cost estimates including:
- Equipment (machines, trays, carriers, controls)
- Installation and rigging
- Freight and packaging
- Engineering and commissioning
Configure standard products using internal pricing/configuration tools.
Identify and price options such as:
- Fire suppression integration
- Climate-controlled storage
- Specialty trays or carriers
Maintain and improve costing templates for VLM and carousel product lines.
Support margin analysis and pricing strategies.

Sales & Proposal Support

Partner with sales team to develop tailored customer solutions.
Generate proposal packages including:
- System descriptions and benefits
- Layout drawings (2D/3D)
- Capacity and performance summaries
- Budgetary and firm pricing
Participate in customer calls, site visits, and technical presentations.
Assist in RFQs and budget preparation

Cross-Functional Coordination

Collaborate with:
- Mechanical engineering (for product constraints and customization)
- Controls/software teams (for interface requirements)
- Manufacturing (for feasibility and lead times)
Provide clear handoff documentation to project engineering after order award.
Support continuous improvement of:
- Standard designs
- Cost accuracy
- Proposal turnaround time

Work Environment

Primarily office-based with occasional travel (10–20%) for:
- Site surveys
- Customer meetings
Close collaboration with sales, engineering, and operations teams

Qualification requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field (preferred)
Equivalent experience in material handling considered
2–7+ years in:
- Material handling equipment (preferably VLMs, carousels, or shelving systems)
- Applications engineering, technical sales, or estimating
Experience with space optimization or warehouse/storage solutions strongly preferred

Core Competencies

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of:
- Vertical, horizontal storage systems (VLMs, carousels)
- Storage density and cube utilization calculations
Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, or similar)
Experience with product configuration and costing tools
Advanced Excel skills for:
- Cost modeling
- Capacity calculations
Familiarity with:
- Basic controls and HMI systems
- WMS integration concepts (preferred)

Soft Skills

Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
Ability to balance technical design with commercial considerations
Excellent communication and customer-facing skills
Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities
Ability to manage multiple proposals simultaneously under deadlines

Preferred / Nice-to-Have

Experience with:
- Goods-to-person picking environments
- Lean warehousing or 5S initiatives
Familiarity with OSHA safety considerations in equipment design
Exposure to light automation integrations (pick-to-light, barcode systems)

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. The description is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required to employees assigned to this job.

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