Estimator, Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer

Technical Estimator

Location:

Nottingham
Salary:
Up to £40,000 per annum (DOE)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours:

40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

We are recruiting for an established and growing precision engineering and manufacturing business based in Nottingham. The company specialises in the manufacture of high-quality machined components for customers across a range of industries and is now looking to appoint a motivated and detail-oriented Technical Estimator to join its commercial team.

The Role As Technical Estimator, you will play a key role in supporting business growth by preparing accurate and commercially competitive quotations for both new and existing customers.

Working closely with customers, suppliers, production, engineering and sales teams, you will review engineering drawings and technical specifications to assess manufacturing requirements, estimate production costs and prepare quotations that support both customer requirements and business profitability.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in technical estimating, precision engineering or a manufacturing environment who enjoys working with technical information, solving problems and managing multiple quotations.

Key Responsibilities
Prepare accurate quotations from customer drawings, specifications and enquiries
Interpret engineering drawings, technical data and customer requirements
Calculate material, machining, tooling, subcontract and labour costs
Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations for materials and subcontract services
Work closely with production and engineering teams to ensure estimates reflect manufacturing capability
Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency and reduce production costs
Maintain accurate quotation records and customer information
Support the sales team with technical information throughout the quotation process
Build and maintain positive customer and supplier relationships
Respond to quotation requests within agreed timescales
Assist with contract reviews and customer enquiries where required
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the business

About You The successful candidate will be organised, commercially aware and confident working with technical information.

You will have excellent attention to detail, strong numerical and analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple quotations while working to deadlines. You will also be comfortable communicating with colleagues, customers and suppliers at all levels.

Skills & Experience Essential
Previous experience in technical estimating or a manufacturing environment
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
Good understanding of precision engineering and machining processes
Strong numerical and analytical skills
Excellent attention to detail
Good communication and organisational skills
Competent using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines Desirable
Experience using MRP or ERP systems
Knowledge of CNC machining, fabrication or precision engineering
Experience preparing quotations within a subcontract manufacturing environment
Commercial or customer-facing experience
An engineering qualification or relevant technical background

If you have experience in technical estimating, engineering or precision manufacturing and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd be keen to hear from you.

For More information or discuss your application please contact Sasha at (url removed)

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