Estimating Engineer
£40,000 - £55,000
Mon - Thurs 0700 to 1630 & Fri 0700 to 1100
Bishops Stortford
Permanent
Client Overview:
The client is a leading Components and Manufacturing company, who specialise in Aviation.
Role Overview:
* To play a key role in the submission of quotations and tenders on behalf of the company.
* To determine the manufacturing cost of parts within quotation requests coming into the business.
* You will estimate the costs and timescales for completion, and work closely with site managers, purchasing and engineers to ensure accuracy of bids.
* You will also be acting as a commercial interface between the Company and its customers.
Responsibilities:
* To estimate the manufacturing and sale cost of CNC 3, 4, 5 Axis Milling and Turning work packages.
* Obtain material, bought out and treatment prices and lead-times.
* Determine the best machine tool for the parts and checking capacity.
* Produce accurate costing estimates in response to customers’ requirements.
* Understand the Bid/No Bid process to prioritise workload.
* Read and assess engineering drawings confidently, be able to interpret MODELS using various viewers.
* Ensure that Customer expectations are met and exceeded and identify areas for improvement.
* Preparation of quotes and submitting them. Putting a compliant bid together as instructed in the RFPs.
* Liaise with internal colleagues and subject matter experts regarding set-up, routings, and other technical aspects.
* Perform any other duties within your capabilities as required by the Company.
* Stay compliant to company processes and procedures.
* Update the bid register and use data to improve success.
Experience / Qualifications:
* Estimating manufacturing times within CNC milling in 3,4,5-axis / CNC Turning / and minor Assembly.
* Previous experience in estimating and costing is essential.
* Experience within an aerospace, or precision engineering environment is essential.
* Experience working with Titanium, Aluminium and Steel.
* Ability to obtain material, AGS and treatment quotations, and working with suppliers and procurement to secure long term pricing.
* Prior CNC Milling and Turning experience.
* Proactive, with an ability to work to deadlines is essential.
* Proficient in the use of MS Office programs, particularly Excel and CATIA.
* Must be capable of producing work to a high standard