Estimator

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Estimator Job Description The Estimator plays a critical role in supporting the sales and engineering teams by developing accurate, timely, and competitive cost estimates for the fabrication of custom projects. This role requires a strong understanding of fabrication processes, ability to navigate blueprint drawings, and knowledge of geometry and trigonometry. The ability to process material specifications, regulatory standards, and customer requirements is also necessary. The Estimator, alongside other departments, ensures that proposals are technically sound, financially viable, and aligned with company capabilities and strategic goals. Responsibilities Develop accurate and competitive cost estimates for custom fabrication projects. Support sales and engineering teams by providing detailed proposals. Ensure proposals are technically sound and financially viable. Understand and apply fabrication processes, blueprint drawings, geometry, and trigonometry. Process material specifications and regulatory standards. Essential Skills Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field. 3+ years of estimating experience in heavy fabrication, pressure vessels, or industrial manufacturing. Proficiency in estimating software such as Compress and Excel-based tools. Strong understanding of welding, rolling, machining, and finishing processes. Familiarity with relevant codes and standards. Additional Skills & Qualifications Ability to learn from team members and adapt as work volume increases. Work Environment The position involves estimating the cost of pressure vessels and creating BOMs. The work environment is a modest shop located in Cambridge, with a small team focused on collaboration and learning. #mneng26 Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of

CAMBRIDGE, MN.

Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $36.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in

CAMBRIDGE,MN.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through: Hiring diverse talent Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes Ensuring growth opportunities for our people Actalent is an equal opportunity employer. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day. Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.