Technical Estimator – Precision Manufacturing

Stirling Warrington; West Bridgford; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Stirling Warrington in Nottingham is seeking a Technical Estimator to support growth by preparing accurate quotations for customers. You will review drawings, specifications and enquiries to assess manufacturing requirements and costs, delivering competitive bids that support profitability.

Working with customers, suppliers, production and engineering, you will build estimates that reflect capability, identify cost-saving opportunities, and maintain quotation records while keeping to deadlines.

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

read engineering drawings

numerical skills

analytical skills

Excel

communication

organisational skills

prioritise workload

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Stirling Warrington in Nottingham is seeking a Technical Estimator to support growth by preparing accurate quotations for customers. You will review drawings, specifications and enquiries to assess manufacturing requirements and costs, delivering competitive bids that support profitability.

Working with customers, suppliers, production and engineering, you will build estimates that reflect capability, identify cost-saving opportunities, and maintain quotation records while keeping to deadlines.