Estimation Engineer – Special Purpose Vehicles
Core
Prepare detailed cost estimates and proposals for specialized vehicle projects including fire trucks, rescue vehicles, and customized chassis builds.
Role type
Estimation Engineer (Special Purpose Vehicles)
Builds
Competitive quotations and tender submissions for fire trucks, ARFF vehicles, and custom chassis
Domain
Commercial vehicle manufacturing / Firefighting equipment
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Cost estimation, Bill of Materials (BOM) preparation, Technical drawing interpretation, Procurement coordination, Margin modeling, Regulatory compliance knowledge, Change order analysis, CRM/ERP data management
Preferred skills
ARFF vehicle experience, NFPA/EN1846/ICAO standards knowledge, Supply chain costing, ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/Dynamics), Incoterms and logistics, 3D model interpretation
Technologies
MS Office, Estimating software, ERP/CRM systems
Responsibilities
Review enquiries and tender documents to identify scope and exclusions; Prepare detailed cost estimates and BOMs for chassis, bodywork, and suppression systems; Coordinate with engineering to confirm manufacturability and capture design costs; Liaise with procurement for component pricing and lead times; Develop labor and overhead cost models with risk allowances; Prepare formal quotations and tender submissions; Support commercial negotiations with cost breakdowns; Maintain estimating databases and standard cost libraries; Perform post-tender reviews to refine processes; Ensure compliance with safety and industry standards; Provide cost input for change control and variation orders; Maintain records in CRM/ERP systems.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC