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Estimator - Precision Engineering

HR GO Recruitment
Cm235Rg, CM23 5RG, United Kingdom
2 weeks ago
£40,000 – £45,000 pa

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£40,000 – £45,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
14 May 2026 (2 weeks ago)
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Estimator / Engineer - CNC Machining (Aerospace) -Hybrid working possible ! you will join the estimating team responsible for preparing accurate quotations and tender bids for complex CNC machined, fabricated and sub-assembled parts. This is a customer-facing role where you will use your technical knowledge and commercial awareness to secure profitable work and support long-term customer relationships.

Join this large, established and successful aerospace precision engineering company specialising in complex military and aerospace components. You will be part of a busy, stable and growing organisation with a strong reputation in the sector.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare quotations and tender bids for complex 3-, 4- and 5-axis CNC Milled parts, fabrications and sub-assemblies.

  • Respond to RFQs, collating costs for materials, treatments and subcontract operations.

  • Provide accurate pricing and lead-time information to customers.

  • Work closely with engineering, production and supply chain teams to understand technical challenges, capacity, lead times and material availability.

  • Act as a key commercial link between customers and the business, helping improve the efficiency of the estimating function.

Key Requirements - Essential

  • Experience within a precision engineering environment (ideally aerospace manufacturing).

  • Estimating / cost engineering experience.

  • Solid understanding of CNC milling and general machining (3-, 4- and 5-axis), materials and manufacturing processes.

  • Strong customer-facing, organisational and communication skills.

  • Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel and Access

Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.

This is a permanent job with a negotiable starting salary depending on experience. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. We aim to respond to all applications.

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