Electrical 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.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:
* Responsible for preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of full electrical estimates on large and complex projects, as required by customer documents. Must have ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and specifications. Apply NEC/NFPA codes and Parkline standards in order to develop an accurate bill of materials and provide equipment layout drawing that can be priced and installed
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Job Function:
* Review and evaluate request for electrical estimates on both larger and small projects
* Obtain project information related to scope of work, time frame needed, and any other pertinent information related to the job
* Strong understanding of electrical systems, wiring methods, power calculations, and relevant electrical codes.
* Review critical estimated items against customer specifications, and determine any special requirements for the project
* Respond to emails and phone calls from customers in a timely manner
* Review electrical specifications and electrical drawings, capturing information needed to produce an accurate bill of materials
* Provide equipment layout drawing based off of customer information and electrical estimate
* Work with Project Managers, Project Engineers to ensure project specifics are met
* Ensure and maintain safe working conditions for all Employees
* Write electrical change orders per changes requested by the customer or project manager
* Endeavors to create a workplace environment that is enjoyable, engenders pride in the product and focus on the customer, and provides room for individual responsibilities and ideas.
Competencies:
* Initiative - able to complete Assigned estimates with little management oversight, provide direction and set priorities for electrical estimates
* Communication- speaks clearly, persuasively and professionally, edits own work and work of others for accuracy
* Organized- Prioritizes and plans work to ensure efficiency
* Works well with others and is always ready to support teammates
* Able to multi task and adapt to frequent changes or unexpected challenges with customer projects
* Quality - demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness to ensure quality
* Work with vendors and purchasing team to obtain pricing on special accessories
* Reliability - strong dedication to work, respond to management direction, and seek feedback for better performance
* Solid understanding of the NEC/NFPA
* Ability to read and interpret one-lines, wiring diagrams and schematics
* Auto CAD (2d) 3D is a plus
* Problem Solving - identifying, analyzing, and resolving challenges to achieve desired outcomes
* Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time, ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent, arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
* Quantity - Meets work standards, Finishes tasks promptly, aims to improve efficiency, works efficiently.

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

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for full-time employees that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.

• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match.

• Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.

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.