Technical Estimator (Inside Sales Engineer)

Job Description

Title: Technical Estimator (Inside Sales Engineer)

Location: Richmond, BC (Office-Based)

Company Background:

About Precise Pipe Precise Pipe manufactures and distributes seamless and welded carbon steel pipe with an obsession for customer satisfaction, exceptional quality, rapid supply, and tailored solutions.

With over 60 years of expertise, we are a North American leader in steel pipe solutions, supported by our own mills, and a global inventory network. Our North American operations serve upstream and downstream oil and gas markets with OCTG, transmission, tailings, and facility line pipes, along with low-alloy pipes and pipe derivative products such as frac sleeves, perforating guns, and setting tools. Beyond energy, our non-oil and gas divisions focus on galvanized products and OEM parts.

Role Objective:

The Technical Estimator (Inside Sales Engineer) is responsible for being as precise, rigorous, and technical as possible. This means extreme attention to detail, discipline in reviewing complex specifications, and quick, accurate calculations to ensure the company’s proposals are technically sound and competitive.

Key Responsibilities:

- Review and interpret client specifications, drawings, and technical documents in detail.

- Ensure extreme precision and rigor in all technical inputs and calculations.

- Build and maintain quotation spreadsheets and cost breakdowns with high accuracy.

- Collaborate with the Commercial Analyst to align technical solutions with market strategy.

- Ensure compliance with client requirements, codes, and industry standards.

- Identify risks or discrepancies in technical specifications.

- Provide fast, accurate calculations and documentation to keep the quoting process on schedule.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Materials, Mechanical, Pipeline, or Energy-related disciplines) OR a diploma in Engineering Technology, Estimation, or Industrial Design.

- Equivalent professional experience in estimating, technical analysis, or inside sales engineering will be considered.

- 0–3 years of relevant experience (recent graduates encouraged to apply).

- Background in industrial products, energy, construction, steel, or manufacturing sectors is an asset.

- Strong ability to read and analyze technical specifications and drawings.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and technical document preparation.

- Excellent organizational and detail-oriented skills.

- Strong communication skills to collaborate with both technical and commercial teams.

- Eagerness to learn and adapt to technical and commercial requirements in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

- Salary Range: CA$60,000 – CA$80,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Final salary is confirmed following successful completion of the probationary period.

- Benefits: Full company benefits effective from the start of employment.

- Paid Vacation: Provided annually in line with company policy.

Personal Attributes:

- Technically curious and detail-focused.

- Analytical mindset with problem-solving skills.

- Professional, dependable, and able to manage multiple projects.

- Collaborative team player who thrives in a structured yet entrepreneurial environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00-$80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Paid time off

Application question(s):

- Share your LinkedIn profile url?

- Must submit updated CV.

- Total how many years of experience do you have?

- Must have one of these?

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Materials, Mechanical, Pipeline, or Energy-related

disciplines) OR a diploma in Engineering Technology, Estimation, or Industrial Design.

Language:

- Mandarin (required)

Work Location: In person