Manufacturing Engineer – Estimator

Manufacturing Engineer – Estimator | Sevenoaks, United Kingdom | On-site | £42,000

We're hiring on behalf of a globally recognised leader in advanced technology, defence, aerospace, and security solutions. This organization is dedicated to pioneering progress and protecting what matters most, offering opportunities to contribute to shaping a safer future.

The Role

• Coordinate inputs from operations and supply chain to produce high-quality, achievable, and cost-effective estimates for services and products in support of customer proposals.
• Support customer fact-finding for estimates and also fact-finding of supplier cost bases.
• Participate in bid review and approval processes, articulating the content and basis of estimates professionally.
• Review build times and support activity durations, estimating future targets, and working to improve processes.
• Track material costs and build times during the design development phase to understand true production costs.

What You'll Need

• Demonstrated ability to create detailed Manufacturing Build Instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and tooling/fixturing designs.
• Understanding of design transition from development to full-scale manufacturing, ensuring Design for Manufacture (DFM).
• Proven experience using systems like SAP, Oracle, or Epicor to manage complex Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Experience in calculating resourcing profiles to ensure the right mix of skills.
• Qualification in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent time-served experience.

What's On Offer

• Opportunity to work on advanced, technology-led solutions in the defence and aerospace sectors.
• A supportive culture with a strong sense of shared purpose and opportunities for professional growth.
• Lifelong learning and meaningful work that contributes to a safer future.
• Competitive salary of up to £42,000 depending on experience.

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