Estimating Engineer

About the role

Beagle Technology Group is seeking an Estimating Engineer to join its Commercial team in Christchurch. The role involves preparing accurate cost estimates and quotations for complex aerospace components and assemblies, working closely with engineering, production, procurement and key account managers.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and quotations for aerospace components, assemblies and manufacturing projects.
• Analyse engineering drawings, specifications and customer requirements to define manufacturing methods and costs.
• Estimate labour hours, material needs, tooling costs and subcontracted processes.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production and Procurement to obtain cost data and lead times.
• Review Bills of Materials, assemblies and manufacturing routes to produce competitive quotations.
• Support bid and proposal submissions, ensuring timely and accurate pricing.
• Work with Key Account Managers to develop pricing strategies that maximise profitability.
• Identify commercial risks, cost‑saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Maintain estimating databases, historical costing information and pricing tools.

Required profile

• Previous experience as an Estimating Engineer, Cost Engineer or Manufacturing Engineer in aerospace, defence, automotive or precision engineering.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, sheet‑metal work, composites and aerospace assembly.

Required skills

• Engineering drawing interpretation
• Manufacturing cost estimation
• Bill of Materials analysis
• Knowledge of machining, sheet‑metal and composite processes

What we offer

• Competitive salary (£30,000‑£40,000 per year)
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits and Employee Assistance Programme
• Holiday purchase scheme and birthday leave
• Long‑service awards
• Free onsite parking, tea & coffee
• Career development opportunities in a collaborative environment