Full-Time

Estimation Engineer

Updated on 9/8/2026

IEM

IEM

1-10 employees

Promotes Italian wine through international events

Compensation Overview

$100k - $120k/yr

Remote in USA

Remote

Remote within the United States; travel up to 25% is required during the 3–6 month onboarding and training period.

Bachelor's

Category
Project & Program Management (1)
Required Skills
Sales

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Requirements
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
  • At least 3 years of experience in electrical equipment manufacturing.
  • Experience reading single-line diagrams, panel schedules, and specifications.
  • Expert knowledge of low-voltage and medium-voltage switchgear.
  • Experience preparing technical proposals and quotations in electrical equipment manufacturing.
  • Intermediate knowledge of automation and control and metering solutions.
  • Computer, communication, and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
  • Prepare technical quotations for low-voltage and medium-voltage switchgear projects by analyzing project requirements and associated costs.
  • Develop accurate cost estimates by collecting and evaluating raw material, labor, equipment, and tooling costs.
  • Identify, assess, and quantify cost uncertainties to ensure comprehensive and reliable costing models.
  • Update estimates and pricing based on project scope changes, revised specifications, and new information.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Project Management, Engineering, and Procurement teams throughout the quotation process.
  • Review and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, bid documents, and requests for quotations to develop accurate proposals.
  • Prepare and submit quotation packages and proposals in response to customer requests for quotations.
  • Obtain and provide pricing for buyout items from approved vendor partners as requested by the Sales team.
  • Analyze request-for-quotation documentation and summarize key requirements, risks, and project details for internal stakeholders.
  • Support the Sales team by communicating critical project information and ensuring quotation accuracy and completeness.

I.E.M. helps Italian wine producers reach buyers and media worldwide by organizing promotional events. It designs and runs end-to-end programs—walk-around tastings, B2B meetings, study trips to Italy, and educational seminars—using its network of professionals and international press. Its advantage comes from over 20 years focused on Italian wine and a turnkey service that handles concept through final event, supported by a broad global network. The goal is to boost visibility and international distribution of Italian wines by connecting producers with global buyers, media, and wine professionals.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

Debt Financing

Total Funding

$360K

Headquarters

Verona, Italy

Founded

1999

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • 2026 tours include Hong Kong, Stockholm, Belgrade, Tokyo, Taipei, and US cities.
  • Wine Meridian collaboration on 2025-2026 taps expands lead flow and market reach.
  • Recent website updates show active operations and ongoing international client demand.

What critics are saying

  • Dependence on Italian wineries and trade events exposes revenue to cancellation risk in 2026.
  • Competing organizers and consortia can replicate tastings and workshops, compressing margins quickly.
  • If producer budgets tighten, IEM loses its only niche and faces existential contraction.

What makes IEM unique

  • Since 1999, IEM has focused exclusively on Italian wine internationalization.
  • Its Simply Italian Great Wines platform runs multi-city tours across Asia, Europe, Americas.
  • IEM combines seminars, walkaround tastings, B2B meetings, and inbound study trips.

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