Estimator – Subcontract Machining

Vision ENG; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering company in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced Estimator to work in their Machine Shop. This full-time position involves preparing detailed quotations for sub-contract machining and metal finishing, requiring a minimum of five years' relevant experience. The ideal candidate will be familiar with CNC machining and must possess strong skills in reading CAD engineering drawings. The role includes competitive salary, benefits upon probation completion, and encourages staff development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and commission

Aviva private pension scheme

24 days holiday per annum

BUPA private medical insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Free on-site parking

Free membership of on-site gym

Free weekly yoga sessions

Free weekly boxercise sessions

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in Engineering/Manufacturing/Estimating.
• Proficient in interpreting CAD and technical specifications.
• Experience in a role requiring strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quotations and proposals based on customer requirements.
• Review costs and margins before bidding.
• Support Production Control with order processing on ERP.
• Provide customer feedback on work in progress.

Skills

CNC machining

Reading CAD/engineering drawings

Microsoft Office proficiency

Dynamic and organized

Customer-focused approach

Education

Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent experience

Job description

About the Role

Working in the Machine Shop, this position works closely with the Purchasing, Production Control and Sales Order Processing teams. The Estimator is responsible for estimating, quoting and closing sub‑contract machining and any metal finishing required. The position reports to the Group Machine Shop Manager.

What you will be doing

• Receive and interpret customers' requirements from CAD, technical specifications or computer models;
• Prepare detailed quotations, proposals and bids for sub‑contract machining and metal finishing with support from the Purchasing and Machine shop personnel;
• Review costs, acceptable margins with Group Machine Shop Manager;
• Decide to bid or not bid on specific Requests For Quote;
• Support Production Control and Sales Order processing with new order input onto the ERP system ensuring all details and customer requirements are captured within the BOM structure;
• Support BDM with customer feedback regarding work in progress and delivery dates.

What we are looking for

• A proven, competent Engineer, whether through apprenticeship, academic, or time served;
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in any one of: Engineering/Manufacturing/Estimating/Engineering Business Development;
• Familiar with CNC machining/manufacturing;
• Able to read CAD /engineering drawings;
• Software literate (Microsoft Office, social media) at user level;
• Dynamic, well organised, self-starter;
• Customer-focused approach and attitude – for both internal and external customers;
• Ability to manage prioritise own work load and work under pressure in a busy environment.
• The location of suitable candidates must be within a sensible (approx. 1 hour) commute.

What you will be getting

This is a full time, permanent position being 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 07:30am – 4:00pm, with half an hour lunch break. Flexibility on the start and finish times is available, in line with the Company's core working hours policy.

• Competitive salary and commission;
• Aviva private pension scheme, in line with Government legislation and guidelines. Currently 5% employee contribution and 3% employer contribution;
• 24 days holiday per annum (plus additional Bank Holidays);
• Benefits available on successful completion of a 6 month probationary period:
  • BUPA, private medical insurance with minimal, monthly contributions;
  • Simply Health Optimise Plus Plan, non-contributory cash back plan for claiming monies back for treatments;
  • Group Life insurance (Death in Service scheme) equivalent to 2 years' basic salary to next of kin;
  • Sickness absence pay;
  • Cycle to Work scheme;
• Administration of government childcare vouchers;
• Multi-cultural feast day celebrations and charitable opportunities;
• Excellent staff facilities;
  • Free on-site parking, including access to EV car charging points;
  • Transport to and from the local station;
  • Free membership of an on-site gym;
  • Free weekly on site yoga sessions with a celebrated local yogini;
  • Free weekly on site boxercise sessions with an experienced martial artist & instructor.

Staff Development

Staff Development is key to our continued success and, as a result, we have a well-funded staff development budget, and dedicated Staff Development team. The Staff Development programme operates throughout the entire Company, and allows for professional, personal and tailored development and training to suit the individual needs and requirements of each staff member.