Engineering Estimator

Job Title: Engineering EstimatorHit Apply below to send your application for consideration Ensure that your CV is up to date, and that you have read the job specs first.Salary: Circa 35,000 - 40,000 dependant on experienceLocation: ClitheroeWorking Hours: Monday to Thursday 7:30am4:30pm, Friday early finishBuild your future with an industry leader in precision engineeringBryden Precision Engineering, part of Bryden Capital Limited, combines more than five decades of engineering excellence with the agility of a specialist manufacturer. Since 1973, our reputation has been built onquality, reliability, and a customer-first approach. From pioneering unmanned lights-out machining to embracing LEAN production methods, we continually invest intechnology and peopleto stay ahead. Ourstate-of-the-artCNC systems, coupled with automation, deliver unmatchedproductivity and precision.What sets us apart?Decades of heritage with future-ready manufacturingSector-specialist knowledge in aerospace, defence, transport, andpower72-hour guaranteed delivery on stockedcomponentISO-certified quality standards and right-first-timeperformancePersonal service delivered at enterprise scaleDue to continued growth and success, we are now looking to recruit anEngineering Estimatorto join our well-established and highly respected team. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career within a forward-thinking business that truly invests in its people.The Role:As an Engineering Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in supporting project delivery by producingaccurate, competitive, and commercially sound estimates. Your responsibilities will include:Reviewing contract documents, specifications, and engineering drawingsLogging and managing quotation enquiries for precision-engineered products and servicesCompiling detailed cost assessments, bids, and tender submissionsCalculating material, labour, transport, plant, and equipment hire costsSourcing and negotiating quotations from suppliers and sub-contractorsPreparing andsubmittingprofessional quotations to clientsClarifying client requirements and providing tailored engineering solutionsConducting site visits and assessing health & safety and risk requirementsKeeping up to date with inflation, exchange rates, and market trendsPresenting bids, answering client queries, and supporting work quality submissionsLiaising closely with Sales, Design, Production, and wider engineering teamsThe Candidate:A Degree in Mechanical Engineering35 years experience in a precision engineering, manufacturing, or engineering environmentA solid background in mechanical engineering or precision manufacturingStrong commercial awareness and sound business judgementAbility to interpret complex engineering drawings and specificationsExperience working to tight tolerances and high-quality standardsKnowledge of specialist sub-contract machining and manufacturing processesExcellent technical, analytical, and communication skillsInterested?Apply today to take the next step in your engineering career with a business that valuesprecision, innovation, and worklife balance. xjdpvnf If you want, I can nowalso create a punchy, ready-to-post shorter versionfor online job boards that will really attract top precision engineering talent.

Created: 2026-03-18