Overview

- Demonstrates a strong understanding of variable frequency drives (VFDs), control panels, motor control systems, and electrical schematics to develop accurate estimates, identify risks, and recommend effective technical solutions.
- Prepares cost estimates and technical proposals for variable frequency drives (VFDs), motor control systems, and control panels by interpreting customer requirements, specifications, electrical drawings, and system architecture.
- The Technical Applications Estimator evaluates customer requirements and develops clear, technically sound estimates for products, services, and implementation work.
- This role partners with sales, engineering, and project teams to assess scope, identify technical needs and risks, and support customers throughout the bidding process.
- The successful candidate combines technical knowledge with robust communication skills and can explain proposed solutions to both technical and nontechnical audiences.

Duties

- Review customer requirements, specifications, and project documentation to determine scope, feasibility, and solution needs.
- Prepare accurate estimates, proposals, supporting technical documentation, and drafting final designs.
- Collaborate with sales and technical teams to clarify requirements, validate assumptions, and identify dependencies or risks.
- Support pre-sales activities, including customer discussions, solution presentations, and product demos.




- Translate technical findings into practical recommendations and clearly communicate them to customers and internal stakeholders.
- Track estimate revisions and project assumptions, maintaining organized and accurate records.
- Manage proposal follow-up activities and maintain detailed tracking to support successful project award outcomes.
- Contribute to project planning by identifying resource needs, timelines, and potential implementation challenges.
- Stay current with relevant technologies and product capabilities to support effective solution design.

Skills

- Strong analysis skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret technical requirements.
- Knowledge of SolidWorks
- Experience or familiarity with computer software relevant to the position
- Ability to organize tasks, coordinate stakeholders, and manage changing requirements.
- Pre-sales, sales, or technical sales experience is valuable, particularly in customer-facing technical roles.
- Confidence presenting technical information and delivering product demos.
- Explicit written and verbal communication, sound judgment, and a cooperative approach.

Pay: $65,000.00-$105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- In office parking

Education:

- AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate (preferred)

Experience:

- Panel Shop: 3 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Technical Applications Estimator (Edmonton)
🏢 Helix
📍 Edmonton