Escape Recruitment is working with an established engineering business in Dunfermline to recruit a Quotation / Estimation Engineer. This role sits at the intersection of engineering and commercial activity and is key to supporting the business in producing accurate, competitive quotations for customers.
You will be responsible for building cost estimates, developing pricing proposals and supporting the wider sales and delivery teams with timely and well-structured commercial information.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare technical and commercial quotations for customer enquiries
Develop cost estimates covering materials, labour, overheads and margins
Work with engineering and operations teams to understand scope and technical requirements
Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain pricing and lead time information
Support the review and approval of quotations prior to issue
Maintain estimating tools, cost models and pricing data
Identify risks, assumptions and commercial considerations within quotations
Contribute to continuous improvement of estimating processes and templates
Maintain accurate records of quotations and opportunities in internal systems
Provide estimating support for project variations and change requests
What We're Looking For
Experience in estimating, quotations, proposals or cost engineering within an engineering or manufacturing environment
Strong numerical and analytical skills with good attention to detail
Ability to interpret technical information and translate it into clear commercial outputs
Comfortable working with cross-functional teams
Background in mechanical, electrical, manufacturing or industrial engineering preferred
Proficient with Excel and Microsoft Office
Organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities
What's On Offer
A commercially important role within a stable engineering business
Exposure to varied and technically interesting projects
Hybrid working model
Competitive salary, pension and benefits
Clear opportunity to develop within a growing commercial/engineering function