Estimator

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

As an Estimator, you will support the preparation of accurate cost estimates and quotations, working closely with multi-functional teams in a dynamic project environment. The role requires proven technical understanding, analytical skills, and attention to detail to support timely, high‑quality business decisions.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION: 

• Prepare accurate and timely cost estimates and quotations based on project inputs, technical drawings, and specifications.

• Review project documentation and actively contribute to initial project or quotation review meetings to clarify scope, assumptions, and requirements.

• Analyze technical drawings and manufacturing or execution processes to identify cost drivers, risks, and opportunities for optimization.

• Collaborate closely with internal collaborators (engineering, production, sales, project leaders) as well as external partners to ensure alignment on scope, timing, and cost assumptions.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date quotation data, reports, and supporting documentation within internal tools and systems.

• Manage assigned quotations and workload to ensure deadlines, quality standards, and accuracy requirements are consistently met.

• Support updates to estimates as projects progress and assist with the internal handover of information once projects move forward.

• Prepare clear, structured data and reports to support decision-making by project leaders and management.

• Support the continuous improvement of estimating tools, internal procedures, reporting methods, and data quality standards.

YOU HAVE: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.

• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD; experience with additional CAD tools (CATIA, Inventor, ProE, Solid Edge) is considered an advantage.

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, comprehend assembly or project delivery steps, and develop reliable cost estimates.

• Experience or familiarity with ERP systems is an advantage.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, data analysis, and structured spreadsheet‑based tools used for costing and quotation preparation.

• Strong English communication skills (written and verbal) and proven knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to balance multiple quotations in parallel and meet defined deadlines.

• High attention to detail and a strong dedication to accuracy, quality, and consistency of outputs.

• Ability to communicate optimally and collaborate across production, sales, engineering, and back‑office teams.

• Well‑organized, proactive, and motivated to continuously learn and further develop technical and estimating capabilities.

WE HAVE:

• A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day

  • nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.

  • Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.

• Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work

  • We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide

  • Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money

• Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:

  • Innovative & adaptable

  • Dedicated to absolute integrity

  • Focused on the customer first

  • Respectful and team oriented

  • Optimistic and energizing

  • Accountable for performance

• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.

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