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Cooling Towers, LLC

Estimator / Project Engineer

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A Building Engineer utilizes a mixture of construction knowledge and engineering principles to aid with building projects. Analyzes reports, helps design structures, and manages contracts and budgets. Also creates construction schedules and keeps construction sites in compliance with applicable laws.

$91,169 / year median in Texas

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Launch Your Engineering Career Are you a recent engineering graduate or early-career professional looking for more than a desk job? Cooling Towers, LLC is one of the nation's leading specialty contractors focused exclusively on industrial cooling tower repair, maintenance, upgrades, and new construction. Our projects support power generation, petrochemical, refining, manufacturing, and other critical industrial facilities across the United States. This position provides hands-on experience in engineering, estimating, project management, and field construction. You will work alongside experienced professionals while learning a highly specialized industry with significant long-term career growth opportunities. If you enjoy solving technical problems, working with mechanical and structural systems, and seeing your work become reality in the field, we'd like to meet you. What You'll Do As an Estimator / Project Engineer, you'll receive training while assisting with: Preparing detailed cost estimates for industrial cooling tower projects Performing quantity takeoffs from engineering drawings Reviewing mechanical and structural drawings Developing Bills of Materials (BOMs) Coordinating vendor quotations and pricing Assisting with equipment selection including motors, gearboxes, fans, and FRP structural components Supporting Project Managers during construction Conducting occasional site visits to industrial facilities Working closely with engineering, estimating, procurement, fabrication, and field operations Building Excel-based estimating models and project cost analyses What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications Bachelor's degree in: Mechanical Engineering Civil Engineering Construction Science Industrial Engineering Engineering Technology Or a closely related field Strong mathematical and analytical skills Excellent attention to detail Strong communication and organizational abilities Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Ability to read or quickly learn engineering drawings Valid driver's license Preferred Qualifications Experience with any of the following is a plus but not required : AutoCAD Bluebeam Revu SolidWorks or similar CAD software Industrial construction Mechanical equipment Structural steel or FRP systems Rotating equipment (motors, fans, gearboxes) Cost estimating Project engineering Internships in construction or manufacturing What Makes Someone Successful Here?
The ideal candidate is:
Naturally curious Mechanically inclined Detail oriented Comfortable asking questions Interested in learning from experienced professionals Able to manage multiple priorities Excited to build a long-term career in industrial construction Career Growth This is not just an entry-level position. Successful employees have opportunities to advance into roles such as: Estimator Project Engineer Project Manager Senior Estimator Engineering Manager Operations Manager We invest heavily in employee development through mentoring, field experience, and progressive responsibility. Why Join Cooling Towers, LLC? Industry-leading specialty contractor Diverse industrial projects across the United States Stable and growing company Direct exposure to engineering, estimating, procurement, and construction management Opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects Collaborative team environment Long-term career advancement Competitive compensation and benefits Benefits Competitive salary Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off Paid holidays 401(k) with company match (if applicable) Professional development opportunities Travel opportunities Performance-based advancement Schedule Monday through Friday Occasional overtime during bid deadlines or project support Limited travel to industrial project sites Education Bachelor's Degree (Preferred) Work Location Primarily office-based in Pasadena, Texas, with periodic travel to industrial facilities throughout the United States. Apply Today If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding engineering career where you'll gain experience in estimating, engineering, and construction management while working on some of the nation's most critical industrial facilities, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay:
$60,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person