Estimating Engineer

Job Name: Estimating Engineer
Job group: Sales
Reports to: Commercial Manager

Purpose of the Role
To commercially analyse and estimate new enquiries from customers and produce final quotations for PC and EE projects.
Key Accountabilities
* Validation and processing of orders for PC and EE projects
* Assessment and estimation of ECN’s on projects where the customer has technical ownership
* Delivery of accurate estimates for manufactured parts and build to print packages
* Creation of detailed and winning quotations for PC and EE projects
* Creation of supplier URS’s and management of related technical liaison and quotation
* Ensure all work is carried out in line with the company SOP’s
* Ensure that all relevant stakeholders technically & commercially underwrite proposals

Key Responsibilities
* Validate and processing EE/PC orders, including issuing drawings and work instructions as well as technical handovers to projects. This is to ensure the commercial agreements are correct the customer gets exactly what is expected.
* Evaluate any engineering change requests when the customer has technical ownership of the solution, supporting the project’s dedicated Programme Manager. This evaluation will ensure that any changes are commercially viable and that business resources are in place before delivering back to projects team.
* Establish appropriate manufacturing and build methods and so create accurate costings for EE & PC projects. This will ensure we are as competitive as possible while still being commercially viable.
* Produce winning quotations for each individual EE and PC tender so that we can effectively sell while still communicating all relevant technical and scope of supply information. This will ensure we impress the customer and win orders while still ensuring the business is fully protected against all known liabilities.
* Develop required specifications for suppliers to ensure technically and commercially viable solutions are utilised in the project. This will ensure clarity of specification of the project to ensure project success in terms of delivery and cost.
* Work with colleagues and appropriate SOP’s to ensure compliance with ISO14001 and ISO9001. This will ensure we retain our accreditation and maintain our position as a provider of high quality service.
* Ensure all proposals have been assessed for commercial & technical viability and that they are also assessed in line with any relevant statutory or customer specific regulations so that we are technically, commercially and legally protected.

Core Behavioural Competences
Core Competencies
1. Safety Health Environment (SHE)
2. Flexibility
3. Initiative
4. Thoroughness
5. Positive Self Image
6. Self-Development Role Specific Competencies
1. Analytical Thinking
2. Innovative Thinking
3. Adaptability
4. Critical Information Seeking
5. Development Orientation

Knowledge and Experience
* A proven, high level of understanding of general engineering, machining and machine building processes
* Experience in a sales role in a similar engineering environment
* Sound understanding of engineering principles, manufacturing techniques and production methods
* A proven, high level of commercial awareness including manufacturing techniques and development times to aid automation costs
* Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, adjusting approach or communication channel to suit audience
Technical Skills and Qualifications
* HNC/HND, Apprenticeship or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline developed from a manufacturing role
* Strong familiarity with software such as Solid works, AutoCAD and MS office
* Strong organisational and time management skills with a professional approach to business problem solving in a customer environment
* Strong negotiation and commercial skills along with an understanding of market pricing and competitor influence
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
* Experience of working both independently and in a team oriented collaborative environment
* Can promptly react to shifting priorities, demands and time lines through analytical and problem solving capabilities

Relationship and Reporting Line
* Reports to Commercial Manager
* Working relationships with: Sales Team, Production Department, Design Departments, Customers and Suppliers