Estimator - I

If you are looking to be part of a company focused on making our roads and communities safer, apply to join our team of talented individuals today!

*Please note - The pay rate will be based on experience. This position also includes a bonus plan*

What TAPCO has to offer you

• Quarterly Bonus Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Personal Time (starting day one)
• Four Weeks of Paid Parental Leave with no waiting period
• 401K Plan with Employer Match (fully vested on day one)
• Company-Funded Short-Term Disability
• Health, Vision, and Dental insurance
• Quarterly Company Events and Lunches
• Have a say in TAPCO Happenings by joining the Fun or Safety Committee

What you will accomplish as an Estimator I at TAPCO

The Estimator I will be responsible for accurately quoting TAPCO projects and bids while adhering with TAPCO's quote review process. They will maintain ongoing relationships with TAPCO's internal and external customers. This role requires technical knowledge of TAPCO's product offering to provide accurate quotes per bid specifications, plans and/or customer requests. This role will report to the Estimating Supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Accurately handles sales and distributor quote requests by delivering pricing, accurate lead times, project summaries, product and/or system data sheets, system drawings and written specifications
• Reviews bid documents and understands scope of work for bid identifying items within TAPCO's capability to quote

• Responsible for quoting accuracy and pricing in adherence with TAPCO's quote review process
• Working with sales team members to ensure smooth handoffs between the sales and estimating for the sales process to bid management and quoting

• Work with sales to ask questions and get clarification where needed to ensure the completeness and accuracy of the bid
• Provides product knowledge support to the sales team.

Required Experience and Knowledge/ Skills/Ability

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, RF Engineering, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in RF circuit and antenna design, test, and optimization.
• Deep knowledge of RF fundamentals, including impedance matching, S-parameters, noise figure, and RF propagation.
• Experience working with wireless standards (e.g., Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Zigbee, Sub-GHz, LoRa, ISM bands).
• Proficiency in using RF design tools (e.g., ADS, CST, HFSS, Altium Designer, or similar).
• Proficient in using RF lab equipment for testing and validation.
• Experience designing PCBs with high-frequency considerations and mixed-signal integration.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and documentation skills.
• Working knowledge of regulatory and certification requirements (FCC, CE, etc.).
• Positive attitude
• Organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced sales environment
• Ability to assess needs and solve problems
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be outgoing and able to take the initiative
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office; Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• College degree in relevant field preferred
• Prior experience with project or bid pricing
• Prior technical experience with intelligent transportation systems quoting

About Us

At TAPCO, we aim to enhance transportation and personal safety in our communities through innovative solutions and products. We are driven to save lives! Are you looking for a career where you can earn a great wage based on experience and performance, your contributions are recognized, and you will have growth potential? Then choose TAPCO!

As an EEO Employer, including Verterans and Individuals with Disabilities, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran or disability status or other acceptable taglines in all printed employment advertisements.

If any assistance is needed with the application process, please contact TAPCO HR at 800-236-4462