Technical Estimator (Precision Engineering)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Progression

Company benefits

31 days holiday

Pension

Job summary

Knutsford-based precision engineering group is seeking a Technical Estimator (senior level) to own costings for machined components used in nuclear and oil and gas projects. This is a commercially focused, autonomous role with training and progression opportunities.

You will interpret engineering drawings, assess materials and manufacturing requirements, obtain supplier quotes and negotiate terms to balance cost and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience as an estimator or technical buyer in precision engineering.
• Background in machined components and cost estimation.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and assess materials/manufacturing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of technical estimates for precision-engineered components.
• Interpret drawings and assess material/manufacturing requirements to produce accurate costings.
• Negotiate quotes with suppliers and balance cost and quality.
• Identify supply chain gaps and visit supplier machine shops regularly to strengthen relationships and identify opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Estimating

Negotiation

Supplier management

Drawing interpretation

Cost analysis

Job description

Technical Estimator (Precision Engineering)

£55,000 - £65,000 + Training + Progression + Company Benefits + 31 Days Holiday + Pension

Knutsford

Are you an experienced Estimator or Technical Buyer with a background in machined components, looking for a senior, commercially focused position within an industry-leading company specialising in the Nuclear and Oil & Gas sectors? Do you want an autonomous role where your technical judgement and negotiation skills will directly influence project costs and profitability, alongside specialist training and opportunities to progress towards Purchasing Manager?

In this role, you will take ownership of technical estimates for precision-engineered components, interpreting engineering drawings and assessing material and manufacturing requirements to produce accurate costings. You will work closely with CNC machining suppliers, evaluate quotations and negotiate competitive terms, balancing cost and quality. You will also identify supply chain gaps and visit supplier machine shops a couple of times per month to strengthen relationships and identify opportunities for improvement.

Established for nearly 50 years, this company is a recognised specialist within the valves sector, overseeing Subsea and Pipeline projects from order through to assembly. With technologies approved for use in the pioneering Rolls-Royce SMR programme, the business is expanding its presence within the UK's nuclear energy sector while pursuing opportunities across international markets.

This role would suit an experienced Estimator or Technical Buyer from a precision engineering background, looking to take greater ownership of estimating and supplier negotiations within a technically demanding business offering autonomy, specialist development and clear career progression.

The Role

• Technical Estimating and component costings
• Understanding drawings to assess materials and manufacturing requirements
• Obtain quotes and negotiate prices
• Liaise with internal teams and external clients
• 40 hours per week; 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday

The Person

• Estimator, Technical Buyer or similar
• Background in Precision Engineering

Reference number: BBBH 27874a

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.