Estimator - Precision Engineering

Job Overview

This is a full-time permanent role based in an office environment within a modern Australian manufacturing company specialising in laser cutting, folding, and sheet metal fabrication. The position offers a base salary up to $100,000 annually depending on experience, along with a performance-related bonus scheme.

Company Background

The client is a well-established Australian manufacturer known for quality, reliability, and excellent service across diverse industries. They continually invest in the latest manufacturing technologies and automation systems.

Role Summary

In this position, you will collaborate closely with customers, drafting, and production teams to interpret technical drawings and create cost-effective manufacturing solutions. Your responsibilities include estimating and quoting customized components, reviewing technical specifications, and ensuring production feasibility. A key element is nurturing strong customer relationships and providing prompt technical support during the quoting phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and analyze technical drawings, designs, and client specifications.
• Generate precise estimates and quotations for manufactured parts.
• Evaluate jobs for manufacturability and choose suitable production methods.
• Coordinate with production and engineering teams effectively.
• Rapidly respond to urgent and critical customer needs.
• Suggest solutions for engineering challenges faced by customers.
• Maintain thorough documentation of estimates and quotations.
• Develop and sustain robust customer relationships.
• Manage multiple quotation tasks and priorities efficiently.

Required Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in sheet metal, laser cutting, fabrication, or similar manufacturing environments.
• Strong capabilities in reading and interpreting technical and engineering drawings.
• Competence with AutoCAD and Inventor software to develop sheet metal solutions.
• Comprehensive understanding of manufacturing workflows.
• Keen attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Comfortable using multiple computer systems and software platforms.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to juggle competing priorities and address urgent customer requests promptly.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience in sheet metal cutting, folding, and rolling processes.
• Knowledge of Australian standards for sheet metal and raw materials.
• Hands-on skills with AutoCAD 2D and Inventor 3D software.
• Ability to create flat patterns and technical drawings for manufacturing.
• In-depth understanding of laser cutting and bending operations.

Additional Information

If you have a background in sheet metal manufacturing, laser cutting, fabrication, or precision engineering and are exploring your career options, this role could be an excellent fit. Opportunities exist throughout Brisbane in related sectors, so other roles matching your expertise and remuneration expectations may be available.

For a confidential conversation or to apply, please contact Amanda.