2 Employees Needed: Estimation Engineer
Required Qualifications – Estimation Engineer specializing in the Wood and Furniture Industry
We are looking for a professional Estimation Engineer with proven experience in furniture and wood manufacturing (Joinery & Wood Manufacturing) factories, responsible for accurately preparing and pricing projects according to technical drawings and specifications.
Required Tasks and Skills:
* Study Drawings & Specifications.
* Prepare Quantity Take-Off.
* Prepare Bill of Quantities (BOQ).
* Prepare Project Cost Estimation.
* Analyze the cost of raw materials and accessories.
* Calculate operating, production, and labor costs.
* Calculate the cost of finishes, paints, veneers, and accessories.
* Prepare Technical & Commercial Quotations.
* Compare supplier prices and select the best alternatives.
* Prepare Bill of Materials (BOM).
* Review engineering drawings and ensure their completeness before pricing.
* Coordinate with procurement, production, sales, and technical office departments.
* Calculate the Waste Factor for each type of material.
* Prepare the cost of packaging, shipping, delivery, and installation as needed.
* Analyze the cost of executed projects and compare them with the estimated cost to improve pricing accuracy.
* Ability to price residential, commercial, hotel, office furniture, kitchens, doors, and wood cladding projects.
Required Technical Knowledge:
* Excellent knowledge of natural and industrial wood types (MDF – HDF – Plywood – Veneer – Solid Wood, etc.).
* Knowledge of accessories such as Blum, Hafele, Hettich, etc.
* Familiarity with manufacturing processes in wood factories.
* Good knowledge of CNC machines, cutting saws, gluing machines, drilling, and assembly.
* Ability to read and approve Shop Drawings and Manufacturing Drawings.
Required Software:
* Microsoft Excel (Professional).
* AutoCAD.
* ERP Systems (such as Odoo, SAP, or equivalent).
* BOQ and pricing software.
* Familiarity with SolidWorks, TopSolid Wood, or any specialized furniture software is preferred.
Required Experience:
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in pricing furniture and wood projects.
* Experience in furniture factories or Joinery companies.
* Ability to prepare accurate quotations for large projects.
* Good knowledge of technical specifications, finishing materials, and local and international prices.