Fabrication & Machining Estimator – Direct MD Impact

Engineering Recruit Scotland; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Backing from parent group

Job summary

Lanarkshire-based Estimator (Fabrication & Machining) is required to turn customer drawings into priced estimates for fabricated and machined structures. You will determine methods, times, materials, and ensure quotes are both competitive and profitable.

The role reports directly to the Managing Director in a small, close team environment. A stable business backed by a profitable parent group is investing in growth, with fast decision-making and contribution valued.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating in a mechanical engineering or fabrication environment.
• Able to read customer drawings and specifications, calculating fabrication and machining times.
• Strong organisational skills with Excel/Word; familiarity with MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Turn customer drawings and specs into planned, priced quotes for fabricated and machined structures.
• Plan each job up front to enable quick, accurate production start after order won.
• Negotiate prices and lead times with suppliers; ensure quotes are competitive and profitable.
• Collaborate with the estimating team and present faster/better estimation ideas to the MD.

Skills

Reading drawings

Estimating

Excel

MRP system

Supplier negotiation

Tools

MRP system

Word

Job description

Lanarkshire-based Estimator (Fabrication & Machining) is required to turn customer drawings into priced estimates for fabricated and machined structures. You will determine methods, times, materials, and ensure quotes are both competitive and profitable.

The role reports directly to the Managing Director in a small, close team environment. A stable business backed by a profitable parent group is investing in growth, with fast decision-making and contribution valued.