Quotations & Estimating Engineer

Quotations & Estimating Engineer

Location: Stevenage

Salary: Up to £35,000 Monday – Friday

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Opportunity to work on a wide range of electronic, electromechanical, and cable assemblies

• Collaborative and supportive cross-functional teams

• Ongoing career development and progression opportunities

• Exposure to Epicor ERP system and advanced costing methodologies

• Onsite electric car charging

• Free onsite parking

• Work from home opportunities after probation

• Early finish on Fridays

• Access to online GP services

Summary:

As a Quotations & Estimating Engineer, you will play a key role in the Quotes Department, providing accurate and competitive costings for mechanical assemblies and cable harnesses. These range from small boxes with a single PCB to full 19” rack systems combining COTs and custom-designed chassis, electronics, and cables.

You will use a methodical approach to break down assembly operations into costed elements, ensuring timely quotations for both new and existing customers.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare quotations for cost-effective assembly of new products, particularly general assembly and box build work, by assessing manufacturing processes and times

• Break down customer requirements into elements for purchasing and manufacturing, even when outside standard scope of works

• Become fully conversant with the Epicor ERP system, particularly the quotes section, including producing reports

• Create Bills of Materials aligned to customer requirements, using stocked parts where possible and sourcing new product lines when required

• Produce offline cost calculations using standard Excel templates

• Send BOMs to suppliers and prepare accurate material costings based on responses • Challenge suppliers on pricing to secure the most competitive costs

• Liaise with production teams to review and validate assembly times against quotes

• Work closely with Managing Director, Sales Director, production, purchasing, and engineering teams

• Ensure compliance with ISO9001:2008 and AS9100 quality standards • Support and uphold the company’s environmental policies and procedures

Key Skills & Experience:

Essential:

• Proven experience in costing and estimating within mechanical assemblies, electronics, or cable harnesses

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and time-cost analysis

• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel

• Excellent attention to detail and methodical working approach

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Desirable:

• Experience with Epicor ERP system

• Familiarity with both COTs and custom-designed components in electronic assemblies

Qualifications:

Desirable:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in engineering, manufacturing, or related field

• Relevant certifications in cost estimating or supply chain

If this opportunity sounds right for you, please apply and a member of the Pin Point Recruitment team will be in touch.