Senior Estimator

TXM Recruit; Hinckley; On-site; GBP 38,500 - 51,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance + EAP support

On-site parking

Early finish every Friday

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

TXM Recruit is seeking an Estimating Engineer for an aerospace manufacturer in Hinckley. The role sits in the commercial team, focusing on pricing complex components and assemblies to support new business wins with accurate quotations.

You will prepare cost estimates from drawings, build BOMs and cost breakdowns, and liaise with customers, suppliers and internal teams. The on-site position offers a £45,000 salary plus benefits and a Friday early finish.

Qualifications

• Aerospace or engineering background in fabrication or machining.
• Strong ability to interpret drawings and BOMs.
• Experience in estimating, costing or manufacturing planning.
• Proficient in Excel and ERP systems.
• High attention to detail and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates from engineering drawings & specs.
• Build BOMs and manufacturing cost breakdowns.
• Create process sheets for production.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers & internal teams.
• Support NPI and project handover into production.
• Analyse margins and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Aerospace/engineering background

Drawing interpretation

Estimating / costing experience

Excel skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Estimating Engineer

Hinckley (On-site)

£45,000 + Benefits

Mon-Thurs 8-5 | Fri 8-1

The Role We’re recruiting an Estimating Engineer for a growing aerospace manufacturer.

You’ll sit within the commercial team, responsible for pricing complex components and assemblies, supporting new business wins, and ensuring accurate, competitive quotations.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare cost estimates from engineering drawings & specs
• Build BOMs and manufacturing cost breakdowns
• Create process sheets for production
• Liaise with customers, suppliers & internal teams
• Support NPI and project handover into production
• Analyse margins and identify cost-saving opportunities

What You’ll Need

• Aerospace / engineering background (fabrication or machining)
• Strong drawing interpretation & BOM experience
• Estimating, costing or manufacturing planning experience
• Good Excel & ERP system knowledge
• High attention to detail and strong communication skills

What’s On Offer

• £45,000 salary
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Life insurance + EAP support
• On-site parking
• Early finish every Friday