Fabrication Estimator & Detailer – Design and Engineer Custom Industrial Steel Solutions
Job Overview
Company: Moon Fabricating Corp
Salary/Pay Rate: $70,000 - $75,000+ per year plus Performance Bonus
Location: Onsite (Kokomo, IN).
Job/Employment Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday – Friday
Project Scope: Design & Technical Steel Fabrication
Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: Valid Driver’s License
The Opportunity
You will bridge the gap between client vision and physical production by transforming complex design drawings into precise fabrication blueprints. This role offers the unique opportunity to manage the full technical lifecycle of a project—from calculating initial material and labor costs to modeling 3D assembly sequences for storage tanks, stacks, and ductwork. You will be a key technical lead, ensuring that every project is financially viable and engineered for manufacturing excellence.
How You Will Make an Impact
Interpret client design drawings to ensure absolute engineering accuracy before production begins.
Create and modify detailed shop drawings using Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, and AutoCAD to define welding, bolting, and material specifications.
Develop comprehensive Bills of Materials (BOMs) for every project to coordinate precise material procurement and inventory management.
Utilize 3D modeling software to sequence jobs and establish accurate design documentation that prevents shop floor bottlenecks.
Calculate detailed estimates for materials, labor, and equipment to produce competitive and profitable project quotations.
Analyze financial and operational risks during the estimation phase to safeguard project margins and delivery timelines.
Collaborate with clients and subcontractors to resolve design or construction issues proactively before they impact the fabrication schedule.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in steel detailing, fabrication estimating, or project management.
Advanced proficiency in CAD software, specifically Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, or AutoCAD.
Expert-level blueprint reading skills with the ability to interpret complex industrial plans and specifications.
Proven experience in material take-offs and labor cost estimation within the steel industry.
High School Diploma or GED.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
Experience with specialized fabrication take-off software.
Practical knowledge of welding processes and corrosion-resistant lining requirements.
Proven track record of managing multiple high-value project estimates simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Compensation & Benefits
Annual salary with performance-based bonus opportunities.
401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Life Insurance.
Paid Time Off including holidays and vacation.
Stable Monday through Friday 8-hour shift schedule.
About Us
Moon Fabricating Corp is a world-class leader in custom steel fabrication and specialized lining services. Based in Kokomo, Indiana, we provide high-performance solutions for industrial storage and processing equipment. Our Technical & Design team is the backbone of our operation, turning complex challenges into engineered reality.
Learn more at www.moontanks.com.
Moon Fabricating Corp is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.