Estimating Engineer

About the Company

Located in Consett, County Durham, the company specializes in reverse engineering of rotating machinery, primarily focusing on servicing and repairing various large industrial pumps. Spare parts manufacturing is conducted in-house within their machine shop through reverse engineering techniques. The organization is currently expanding, creating a new opportunity due to an internal promotion within the estimating department.

Job Overview

The selected candidate will report directly to the Sales Director and provide support to a busy production team. The ideal applicant should possess a machining background and be skilled in estimating the time required for tasks within a machine shop environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Calculate job costs by utilizing the company's ERP system, EFACS.
• Analyze sketches and technical drawings to evaluate task durations in a conventional machine shop setting.
• Identify and obtain prices for materials and subcontracting services.
• Interpret detailed repair plans to accurately estimate costs for service and repair jobs.
• Compile all cost elements into comprehensive repair quotes and prepare draft quotations for customers.
• Maintain calculation records within a dedicated database.
• Use the database to identify opportunities for process improvements and enhance operational efficiency.

Candidate Profile

• Strong dedication to quality assurance, cost control, and timely delivery.
• Possess an accurate, adaptable approach towards handling various tasks.
• Competent with Microsoft Excel and Word, along with practical experience in ERP systems.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a compact, multi-disciplinary team.
• Educational or practical background in mechanical engineering.