Estimating Engineer
£40,000 - £55,000
Mon - Thurs 0700 to 1630 & Fri 0700 to 1100
Bishops Stortford
Permanent
Client Overview:
The client is a leading Components and Manufacturing company, who specialise in Aviation.
Role Overview:
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To play a key role in the submission of quotations and tenders on behalf of the company.
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To determine the manufacturing cost of parts within quotation requests coming into the business.
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You will estimate the costs and timescales for completion, and work closely with site managers, purchasing and engineers to ensure accuracy of bids.
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You will also be acting as a commercial interface between the Company and its customers.
Responsibilities:
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To estimate the manufacturing and sale cost of CNC 3, 4, 5 Axis Milling and Turning work packages.
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Obtain material, bought out and treatment prices and lead-times.
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Determine the best machine tool for the parts and checking capacity.
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Produce accurate costing estimates in response to customers’ requirements.
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Understand the Bid/No Bid process to prioritise workload.
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Read and assess engineering drawings confidently, be able to interpret MODELS using various viewers.
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Ensure that Customer expectations are met and exceeded and identify areas for improvement.
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Preparation of quotes and submitting them. Putting a compliant bid together as instructed in the RFPs.
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Liaise with internal colleagues and subject matter experts regarding set-up, routings, and other technical aspects.
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Perform any other duties within your capabilities as required by the Company.
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Stay compliant to company processes and procedures.
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Update the bid register and use data to improve success.
Experience / Qualifications:
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Estimating manufacturing times within CNC milling in 3,4,5-axis / CNC Turning / and minor Assembly.
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Previous experience in estimating and costing is essential.
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Experience within an aerospace, or precision engineering environment is essential.
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Experience working with Titanium, Aluminium and Steel.
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Ability to obtain material, AGS and treatment quotations, and working with suppliers and procurement to secure long term pricing.
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Prior CNC Milling and Turning experience.
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Proactive, with an ability to work to deadlines is essential.
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Proficient in the use of MS Office programs, particularly Excel and CATIA.
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Must be capable of producing work to a high standard
