Engineering Estimator

i4 Jobs; Norwich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading precision engineering company in Norwich is seeking an Engineering Estimator to create detailed quotes and support the production process. The ideal candidate will have an HNC/HND or strong technical background in engineering, coupled with extensive machining knowledge. This role is vital to ensure competitiveness in industries such as Aerospace and Oil & Gas.

Qualifications

• Strong technical background within engineering/manufacturing.
• Familiarity with CAD models and engineering drawings.
• Experience in planning and machining capacity consideration.

Responsibilities

• Creating quotes for specialised machining parts from bespoke solutions to high volume products.
• Identifying manufacturing methods for complex parts from raw materials to finished products.
• Providing technical support for new products and maintaining industry knowledge.

Skills

Machining knowledge (CNC & Manual)

Ability to interpret engineering drawings

Calculation of cycle times

Knowledge of tooling, jigs, and fixtures

Education

HNC/HND in Engineering

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Engineering Estimator – Norwich – Full Time – Permanent – Salary Negotiable

About the Company

A Norwich based precision engineering business that manufactures detailed machined components and products for a variety of industries including Aerospace, Motor-sport and Oil & Gas from customer requirements, is looking for an Engineering Estimator. This is a key role within the business that requires an experienced candidate with a history of precision engineering / manufacturing.

Main Duties of Manufacturing Engineering Estimator

• Creating quotes for specialised machining parts ranging from 1 off bespoke solutions to high volume products.
• Identifying the method of manufacture for complex parts from the issue of raw materials through to complete production.
• Calculation of all subcontract methods which may include Welding / Fabrication, Paint, and Special processes such as anodising, heat treatment, testing etc.
• Raise purchase orders for material.
• Identifying ways to standardise the quotation process to improve speed of production and accurate repetition.
• Providing support to production to ensure products are manufactured to appropriate standards and in the most cost-effective manner.
• Advising the appropriate processes for the manufacture of new products, providing technical support to the end customer
• Maintaining knowledge of current industry trends, techniques and equipment to ensure continuing competitiveness within the market.

Requirements of successful applicant

• HNC/HND or strong technical background within engineering / manufacturing
• Strong knowledge around machining (CNC & Manual) (3 Axis & 2 Axis)
• Ability to identify a method of manufacture working from an engineering drawing or CAD Model.
• Ability to calculate cycle times, manning hours etc.
• Previous knowledge of planning – taking into consideration of machining capacity
• Good knowledge of tooling, jigs and fixtures
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and work from CAD models
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