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Estimator Estimating Engineer

KUKA


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 72000 - 87000
Posted: 25 August 2026 (16 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 22 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Make an Impact with Healthcare Technology Jobs That Matter

The Estimator participates in the estimating and design of our proprietary pneumatic tube system installations for hospitals. The role creates efficient system designs and layouts that meet customer needs as well as create material take-off and total job cost estimates. Estimators will participate in Sales presentations and conduct site surveys to determine scope of work and verify system design and installation layouts.

Make an impact
  • Review customer files for existing layouts configurations project documents and contracts.
  • Provide proper product and application of that product to fulfill the clients material transport requirements.
  • Perform review of all project documentation including specifications drawing packages and other contractual documentation to capture complete scope of the project.
  • Perform material take off and total job cost estimates including material tax labor and travel costs which accurately reflects bid plans specification and site survey
  • Perform site surveys adequate in nature to determine the scope of work verify ability to install system or develop options for difficult existing conditions; and/or schedule surveys to be completed by third-party contractors.
  • Provide drawings engineering reports and other supporting documentation to be included in sales proposals.
  • Deliver executable design upon booking and participate in handoff meetings with Project Managers.
  • Submit RFIs to contracting authorities on projects as required to address any items requiring clarification or discrepancies.
  • Communicate risks & opportunities to impacted individuals.
  • Participate in sales presentations to support Sales team as required.
  • Continuously monitor our solutions products estimating and pricing models and proposals to ensure alignment.
  • Provide ongoing support to Project Management throughout execution of booked projects.
  • Shadow mid and senior level team members to become proficient at site surveying system layout design and the estimate/risk review process.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
What you need to succeed
  • 2 years relevant experience and an applicable Associates Degree -or- Minimum 4 years relevant experience estimating material and labor costs.
  • Understanding of construction environment and requirements.
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and provide system layouts in coordination with other trades.
  • Technical knowledge of mechanical systems.
  • Basic CAD drafting and Microsoft products suite proficiency.
  • Attention to detail and ability to interpret requirements documents.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Desirable but not Essential:

  • BS in Mechanical Engineering Construction Management or related field.
  • Knowledge of building/hospital facility mechanical systems/equipment such as pneumatic tube HVAC elevator trash/linen or fire etc.
  • Estimating software.
  • Bluebeam.

Salary range for this position is $72000 - $87000. Salary will be commensurate with experience and skillset. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical / dental / vision insurance tuition reimbursement disability 401k matching (up to 8%).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Swisslog Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status status as a protected veteran or any other applicable status protected by federal state or local law.


Swisslogs FMLA policy can be found at: law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the application or to perform your job please contact Human Resources at

Our Vision: Lead Change for Better Care

Swisslog Healthcare empowers hospitals and healthcare facilities with advanced pharmacy and transport automation solutions that streamline medication management and support clinical workflows. With over 1200 dedicated employees serving more than 3500 health facilities worldwide were committed to improving patient safety and giving healthcare professionals more time for what matters most: caring for patients. Join us in shaping the future of healthcare.


Required Experience:

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About Company

KUKA is one of the world’s leading suppliers of intelligent robotics, plant and systems engineering and is driving digitization in industry.

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