Commercial Engineer / Estimating Engineer
Sector: Estimating | Cost of Sales
Location: West Midlands
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £65000 - £70,000
An established precision engineering manufacturer is seeking a Commercial Engineer / Estimating Engineer to lead customer estimating activities and provide commercial support across the engineering function.
This role is ideal for a technically strong engineer with experience in CNC machining, estimating, and cost modelling, who enjoys working at the interface of engineering, supply chain and commercial decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
* Produce accurate and timely quotations for CNC machined components
* Lead and coordinate estimating activity within a small team
* Prepare detailed cost estimates to support new business acquisition
* Provide commercial support to Engineering Cost of Sales (COS)
* Analyse COS data and implement cost reduction and efficiency improvements
* Work closely with engineering to meet customer demand and delivery requirements
* Liaise with supply chain to source materials to customer specification
* Support and maintain process documentation in line with the company BMS
Key Skills & Experience
* Proven experience in precision engineering or CNC machining environments
* Strong understanding of engineering processes, tooling and fixtures
* Experience producing estimates and quotations for machined components
* Demonstrated ability to deliver cost saving initiatives
* Well organised, methodical and detail focused
* Confident communicator with strong stakeholder engagement skills
Why Apply
* Key commercial role within a growing engineering business
* Strong exposure to estimating, cost control and continuous improvement
* Opportunity to influence pricing, process and performance
* Supportive, collaborative engineering environment
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