Precision Planning & Estimating Engineer - Machining

Holt Engineering Ltd; Weymouth; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Holt Engineering Ltd. in Weymouth is seeking a Planning and Estimating Engineer to review drawings, estimate manufacturing costs and plan routings across machining and fabrication. You will work closely with production, engineering and sales to deliver accurate quotes and feasible production plans.

The role emphasizes strong machining knowledge, ability to interpret drawings, and clear communication across internal teams in a fast-paced precision engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Strong machining knowledge and ability to interpret drawings.
• Experience in cost estimating and planning.
• Ability to develop manufacturing routings across processes.
• Effective cross-team communication and coordination.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Review customer drawings and technical requirements.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates for components and assemblies.
• Plan routings across machining, fabrication and related processes.
• Collaborate with production, engineering and sales teams.

Skills

Machining processes

Reading engineering drawings

Estimating

Planning & routing

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Manufacturing engineering background

ISO9001 knowledge

Job description

Holt Engineering Ltd. in Weymouth is seeking a Planning and Estimating Engineer to review drawings, estimate manufacturing costs and plan routings across machining and fabrication. You will work closely with production, engineering and sales to deliver accurate quotes and feasible production plans.

The role emphasizes strong machining knowledge, ability to interpret drawings, and clear communication across internal teams in a fast-paced precision engineering environment.