Estimating Engineer

042116880

£38,000 - £40,000 Per Annum

Full Time

Permanent

Wolverhampton, West Midlands

Engineering And Technical

Posted 23 days ago

Expires In 5 Days

Job Description

Estimating Engineer
Location: Wolverhampton
Shifts: 8AM - 5PM Monday - Thursday (early finish on a Friday)
Daily Duties:
  • Provide accurate estimates for new engineering products using Lean principles and best practices.
  • Assist with planning and designing efficient manufacturing processes.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and enhance productivity.
  • Quote job requests, including lead times and costs.
  • Introduce new manufacturing capabilities into the workshop.
  • Collaborate with the operations team to program CNC Milling and Turning machines.
  • Create and maintain process documentation aligned with company standards.
  • Deliver components on time and within budget through effective New Product Introduction (NPI) management.
Experience:
  • Knowledge of tooling, fixtures, and lean manufacturing principles.
  • High-level CNC programming proficiency (Fanuc and Heidenhain languages).
  • Expertise in both milling and turning, ideally up to 5-axis capabilities.
  • Proficiency in Solidworks, Visi, and offline programming (VISI CAM ideal).
Skills:
  • Estimating CNC machined parts with a focus on timeliness and accuracy.
  • Preparing cost estimates and detailed manufacturing documentation.
  • Developing CNC/CADCAM programs for 4- and 5-axis machining centres.
  • Problem-solving with a focus on permanent solutions for production challenges.
Qualifications:
  • HNC in Mechanical Engineering (essential).
  • Familiarity with ISO9001 & AS9100 standards.
  • Experience with APQP/PFMEA methodologies.
Sound interested? Apply with your CV today!