CNC Estimator

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire Salary: Up to 60,000 DOE Type: Full-time, PermanentAbout the CompanyOur client is an established precision engineering business based in Portsmouth, specialising in complex CNC machining and precision-engineered components. Their capabilities include 3- and 5-axis CNC milling, CNC turning, EDM and specialist tooling, supplying customers across sectors including aerospace, motorsport, automotive, defence, marine and medical.The RoleWe are looking for an experienced CNC Estimator to join the team, with responsibility for reviewing customer enquiries and producing accurate, commercially competitive quotations.This is a customer-facing role where a strong understanding of CNC machining processes is essential. You will be comfortable reading and interpreting engineering drawings, understanding manufacturing requirements and assessing how components can be produced efficiently and cost-effectively.The role will primarily focus on quoting CNC-machined components, covering both milling and turning. Experience of estimating tooling, fixtures or associated engineering work would be advantageous but is not essential.Key ResponsibilitiesReview customer enquiries, RFQs, engineering drawings and technical specifications.Prepare accurate and commercially competitive quotations for CNC-machined components.Assess drawings to understand machining requirements, tolerances, materials, quantities and complexity.Estimate machining times, material, tooling, ..... full job details .....