Technical Estimator – Precision Machining

Stirling Warrington Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Stirling Warrington Ltd in Nottingham is seeking a Technical Estimator to prepare accurate, commercially competitive quotations for new and existing customers. You will analyse drawings and specifications to estimate costs and support profitability.

You will work with customers, suppliers, production and engineering teams to ensure estimates reflect capability and drive continuous improvement in manufacturing efficiency.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in technical estimating or a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Good understanding of precision engineering and machining processes.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Competent using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate quotations from customer drawings, specifications and enquiries.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical data and customer requirements.
• Calculate material, machining, tooling, subcontract and labour costs.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations for materials and subcontract services.
• Work closely with production and engineering teams to ensure estimates reflect manufacturing capability.
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency and reduce production costs.
• Maintain accurate quotation records and customer information.
• Support the sales team with technical information throughout the quotation process.
• Build and maintain positive customer and supplier relationships.
• Respond to quotation requests within agreed timescales.
• Assist with contract reviews and customer enquiries where required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the business.

Skills

Technical estimating

Reading drawings

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisation

Education

Engineering qualification

Tools

Excel

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Stirling Warrington Ltd in Nottingham is seeking a Technical Estimator to prepare accurate, commercially competitive quotations for new and existing customers. You will analyse drawings and specifications to estimate costs and support profitability.

You will work with customers, suppliers, production and engineering teams to ensure estimates reflect capability and drive continuous improvement in manufacturing efficiency.