engineering estimator - United Kingdom - Probejobs

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Join Our Team and Excel in Engineering Estimation

We are where precision meets innovation. As a leading player in the manufacturing sector, we're expanding our team and seeking an adept Engineering Estimator. With a salary range of £35,000 - £40,000, along with a plethora of benefits including comprehensive training, career progression opportunities, and more, this role offers a rewarding career path.

This Estimator role is commutable from: Wednesbury, Walsall, Dudley, Wolverhampton

Benefits and Perks

• Service-related holiday bonus scheme.
• Company pension (matched 6%).
• Monthly bonus scheme.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Onsite parking and cycle to work scheme.
• Staff outings and Christmas parties.
• History of annual pay increases and potential Christmas bonus.

About Us

With a stable and successful trajectory, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and continuous expansion. Joining our team as a Engineering Estimator means becoming part of a dynamic environment where growth and progression are not just encouraged but actively supported. As part of a collaborative team, you'll have ample opportunities to hone your skills and advance in your career.

• Correct person must have Presswork Experience along with Estimating.
• Formulate quotations and estimate costs based on CAD or engineering drawings.
• Identify cost-effective manufacturing processes for components.
• Collaborate with internal teams and suppliers to obtain subcontract costs.
• Prepare cost sheets and assist in production component preparation.
• Work closely with the estimating department and wider business to deliver competitive solutions.

Skills & Experience required for a Engineering Estimator:

• Engineering apprenticeship or relevant qualification preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft NAV Dynamics is advantageous.
• Strong mechanical engineering knowledge.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Effective time management and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings.

If you're passionate about engineering estimation and ready to take the next step in your career, apply now and become part of our success story

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Our aim is to help you secure the best possible future for yourself & this is a totally FREE service to all our Candidates.

If you believe that your skills and experience match what we are looking for please call me or APPLY and I will be in touch.

Should you want to learn more about any of our MANUFACTURING & PRODUCTION vacancies, or should you just want to discuss your particular needs, then please do not hesitate to contact me to have an informal, confidential chat.

Probe Technical Recruitment, providing Manufacturing & Production Recruitment Support since 1994

Commutable from Birmingham, Moseley, Sutton Coldfield, Tamworth, Lichfield, Walsall, Aldridge, Tyseley, Aston, Smethwick, Willenhall, Solihull, Coventry, Shirley and Minworth

• Free parking on site
• To be point of contact for educational bodies
• Point of contact for early career employees in relation to academic, pastoral and safeguarding needs
• Help support future talent pipelines

We are offering an exceptional opportunity for a Toolmaker / Bench Hand.

A Kings Award organisation, we are proud of our heritage, spanning many years of manufacturing. This is a super opportunity to be part of a close-knit team, providing support within the Toolroom.

A unique organisation that invests in its own people and products. Long-term standing staff, with a training budget offered on an annual basis to all.

Commutable from Birmingham, Solihull, Sutton Coldfield, West Bromwich, Halesowen, Walsall, Aldridge, Willenhall, Moseley, Castle Bromwich, Aston, Dudley and Cannock

• Paid Overtime
• Monday to Thursday
• Flexible options can be considered.
• Parking
• Outside the Clean Air Zone
• Highly prestigious brand, products and customers
• Pristine and modern working environment
• Market leader with more continued growth predicted
• Friendly close-knit team
• Repair and maintain tooling
• Working on press tools from single blank tools to complex multi-stage progressions all to fine tolerances.
• Support Setters
• Managing the try-out process
• Problem solving on tooling problems
• Strip and rebuild tools for maintenance and re-grind
• Promoting 5S
• Ideally Apprentice trained.
• To have previous experience of presstools, such as single blank to progression tooling
• Ideally, you will have gained your experience within a high volume environment
• Excellent problem solving skills
• The ability to read engineering drawings
• Happy to work perm late shift – 3.30pm – 1.30am
• A friendly, sociable personality would fit in with the rest of the team

If you would like to be part of a growing success story, where there are unrivalled career prospects for you with genuinely exciting products, send your CV NOW

With nearly 50 years of experience behind them, this is a global company that continues to grow, having doubled in size over the last five years. They consider themselves to be agile and highly innovative, embracing the technology associated within the industry. The business has a strong family culture which provides a positive working environment where employees feel valued and trusted. They are big advocates of personal development, growth and progression, with many success stories of this across the company.

Role Overview

The business is looking to recruit a Senior Electronics Engineer to support the continuing growth of their design department. The role will involve providing technical guidance to other members of the Electronics Design team, working alongside other engineering disciplines, designing hardware and embedded software to extend the businesses product range.

Salary, Hours and Benefits

• Hybrid
• 37.5 hours per week, with some flexibility
• The chance to join a very successful and growing business
• Up to 10.5% company pension
• Company bonus
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Cash health plan
• A modern, forward-thinking place to work

Candidate Requirements

• The Senior Electronics Engineer will hold a degree or similar qualification in Electronics Engineering or a comparable subject.
• Proven experience in embedded firmware design, development, and testing would be a huge advantage, along with, firmware unit, integration, and system testing.
• Solid experience in electronics hardware design, development, and testing; including PCB schematic design and layout.
• The Senior Electronics Engineer will have EMC design and test experience.
• New product development, and design validation process – FMEA, DFM.
• Creation of supporting design documentation, development reports, BoM, build packs.
• Experience of electronics design within a highly regulated industry, with experience of working with third party approval/certification bodies.
• Experience in architecture design and architecture design tools, with a familiarity of machinery safety standards or similar.

Key Responsibilities

• The Senior Electronics Engineer will be a lead electronics resource for the business.
• Identify areas of improvement and assist implementing new processes.
• Design and maintenance of hardware and embedded software for use within company products.
• Assessment and documentation of products against specifications
• Coordinate with and assist other departments.

You will be joining a business who design and manufacturer state of the art telecommunication equipment for multiple industry sectors. The client has achieved growth through a customer driven approach, focusing on adapting existing product to the specific demands of the market to keep ahead of the competition.

Salary & Benefits :

• Competitive salary between £33,000 and £35,000
• Free on-site parking
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with tenure
• Long service awards
• Birthday card and voucher, Christmas gift
• Simply Health Benefit
• Unum Employee Assistance Programme
• Incentive Plan
• Regular company social events

Purpose of the Role:

As a Production Engineer, you'll ensure manufacturing processes meet safety standards, achieve efficient production, and deliver top-quality results. Collaborating with the Production Management team, you'll refine processes, develop work instructions, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support timely and high-quality production as a Production Engineer
• Maintain plant and resources for longevity and efficiency
• Ensure a safe working environment
• Implement lean philosophies for continuous improvement
• Provide technical support and mentorship
• Innovate and improve manufacturing processes

Skills / Experience:

• 5+ years of experience as a Production Engineer
• Experience in lean environments
• Ideally in electronics or electro-mechanical assembly
• Engineering or science-related degree/HNC/HND
• Proficient in problem-solving techniques (8D, PFMEA)
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
• Computer literate, especially in Excel
• Previous CNC and programming experience preferred
• CAD experience advantageous but not essential

Commutable from : Dudley – Walsall – Birmingham – Stourbridge – Kidderminster – Kingswinford - Wombourne

Are you a dedicated Health & Safety and HR professional with a passion for process improvement? We are seeking an individual who can drive positive change in our organisation.

As part of our team, you will be responsible for enhancing and optimizing all Health & Safety and HR processes.

We are a unique manufacturing organisation, offering products both off the shelf and as one-off's. We are proud of our highly supportive and collaborative work environment

You may be a Health and Safety professional, who is looking for a niche role, that can offer more involvement with HR, this could be just the job for you.

Commutable from Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Walsall, Rugeley, Tamworth, Lichfield, Pelsall, Wolverhampton, Smethwick, Brownhills, Bloxwich, Dudley, Cannock, Shifnal and Roughley

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Head of Manufacturing and Operations Director to align strategies and goals.
• Develop, implement, and maintain effective Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements and industry standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across Health & Safety and HR functions.
• Foster a culture of safety and well-being within the organization.
• Oversee employee training programs related to safety and HR practices.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and streamline workflows.
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on HR matters.
• Maintain Staff records including sickness and holidays
• Oversee Accident Reporting, RIDDOR requirements and documentation

Qualifications:

• Professional certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, CIPD) preferred but not essential
• Proven experience in Health & Safety and / or HR roles, preferably within a SME industrial environment
• Detailed knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation and Employment Law, DSEAR and COSHH
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Passion for driving positive change and fostering a safe work environment.
• Strong and positive

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact and contribute to our organization's success, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping a safer and more efficient workplace

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role.

With nearly 50 years of experience behind them, this is a global company that continues to grow, having doubled in size over the last five years.

They consider themselves to be agile and highly innovative, embracing the technology associated within the industry. The business has a strong family culture which provides a positive working environment where employees feel valued and trusted.

The business are big advocates of personal development, growth and progression, with many success stories of this across the company.

Salary, Hours and Benefits

• 7:30am – 4:00pm Monday to Thursday, 1:00pm finish on Friday's
• The chance to join a very successful and growing business
• Up to 10.5% company pension
• Company bonus
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Cash health plan

Role Purpose

• As part of providing life protecting products, testing and traceability of the products in-process and prior to shipment to customer is hugely important.
• Evolving test hardware and software to support production operations in an effective and efficient manner whilst growing our output is a key.
• The Manufacturing Test Engineer (MTE) will define, develop, implement and improve product test processes and hardware / software in the production environment.
• Forming part of global operations and reporting into the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, the Manufacturing Test Engineer will work cross-functionally with Product Design and Testing, Production and Manufacturing functions and be instrumental in the design and development of product testing processes and equipment from conception through to production support and continuous improvement.

Key Qualifications and Experience Required

• The Manufacturing Test Engineer will be time served experience in an electro-mechanical manufacturing and production environment, educated to degree level (ideally) in mechanical engineering, electronics, controls or closely related subject matter.
• Experience in electronics and software / hardware design and manufacturing systems design.
• Strong track record in continuous improvement, project management, fault rectification and production support roles
• Be able to evidence an aptitude for detail, process control and documentation.
• Experience interacting with and leading cross functional improvement groups on the shop floor.
• Demonstrate a flexible, inclusive and pro-active approach to identifying and resolving problems.

About You

• The Manufacturing Test Engineer will be a process led, proactive problem solver, data led and analytical in nature.
• Having good background skills in project, task and prioritisation management and communication you will be able to demonstrate experience in electronics and testing at a practical level, preferably in a similar environment or industry. An ability to work and resolve issues within a high-pressure production environment, quickly and accurately is a must.

Key Areas of Responsibility of The Role Include

• Test Definition - Using product and process knowledge to define & develop testing solutions, including hardware / software and process application.
• Reporting and Data – Defining and analysing data capture and information, interpreting results and driving improvement.
• Process Support – Developing and documenting test processes and providing support to operations teams. Manage test process adherence and training.
• Hardware / Software Support – Maintenance management, fault resolution, Test system safety and calibration
• Product Testing – Supporting production test processes to understand and resolve test failures.
• New Capability – Support Product development with testing capability and continuous improvements initiatives with global standardisation in mind

An Estimator with steel experience, is required to join a continually growing, reputable structural company.

This person must be familiar with and fully comply with the requirements of the company's Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality management systems. You will be required to perform all the necessary functions required to fulfil the duties of a Steelwork Estimator including but not limited to the below:

The main works the Steelwork Estimator must be able to undertake is steelwork platforms, walkways, access ways complete with stairs, handrails, etc, structural buildings and cladding, rail, constructions, rail, MOD, utilities, nuclear.

Package

• Salary £35,000 - £45,000 dependant on experience
• 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday

Essential Skills of the Steelwork Estimator

• Proven estimating experience within steelwork / metalwork / fabrication.
• Technical knowledge of structural designs and materials for relevant industries
• Good level of numeracy and grammar
• Detailed knowledge of all relevant Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality requirements
• Commercial awareness of the goals of the company
• Ability to seek out additional project work
• Excellent phone manner both internal and external
• Computer literacy including Microsoft Office particularly Excel
• Competent user of Exchequer system
• Good communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels
• Disciplined approach to administration of documentation

Key Responsibilities

• The Steelwork Estimator will review technical drawings and initial scope of works for all enquiries.
• Ensure all relevant industry standards and procedures are available for enquiries.
• Develop a bill of quantity for all steelwork and associated products within a given tender.
• Forecast fabrication, metal finish and installation requirements of projects.
• Ensure any formal programs for the project received from customers are filed with tenders, to allow successful project management.
• Consider all Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality management systems requirements for tenders.
• Produce final tender documents including full cost base and scope of works.
• Update the Enquiry Management Access database with all relevant information.
• Make projects live on Exchequer when orders are confirmed.
• Store tender related documents on the T: drive within the customer related directories.
• Liaising with clients to confirm works and attending sites to complete surveys when necessary.
• Agreeing specifications of work with clients and making adequate notes to enable the manufacture and installation of projects.
• Periodically contacting customers to chase up tender acceptance.

This is your chance to work with a very fast paced UK leading business who have strategic partnerships with the biggest global food service brands.

They are looking for an experienced Health and Safety Manager to join their team in Nottingham. The ideal candidate needs to take the safety of their 350 employees as the main priority, supporting the business as the lead in all Health and Safety on site. The role requires someone with a strong character, a person who isn't afraid of a very fast paced business - previous experience in food manufacturing, FMCG or similar industries is desirable.

Salary, Hours and Benefits

• 37.5 hours, Monday – Friday, with flexibility on start and finish times
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) which increases with service up to 33 days
• Life Assurance of 3x annual salary

Candidate Requirements

• 5 years + experience working as a Health and Safety Manager.
• The role requires someone with a strong character, a person who isn't afraid of a very fast paced business.
• NEBOSH diploma in Health and Safety or equivalent.
• Cert. IOSH or above desirable, with commitment to regular CPD.
• Proven track record and hands on experience in a Health and Safety role.
• Previous experience in food manufacturing, FMCG or similar industries is desirable.
• Knowledge of Food Safety and Hygiene procedures.
• Organised and motivated to move the department forward.
• The Health and Safety Manager will have excellent communication skills and the ability to work within all levels of the organisation.
• Good working knowledge of current health and safety legislation and the requirements this imposes on a business.

Key Responsibilities

• The Health and Safety Manager will champion Health and Safety throughout the Business.
• Undertake health and safety risk assessments on general business activities, the use of machinery and hazardous substance.
• Create and review safe systems of work and procedures for health and safety.
• Coordinate accident and near miss investigation processes.
• Review, update and maintain the sites Health and Safety policy in line with legislation.
• Coordinate the supply and issuing of PPE.
• Create and lead worker Health and Safety forums.
• Site Health and Safety audits and act on the outcome of these audits.
• Carry out reviews and give Health and Safety guidance on any project undertaken by the business.
• Work towards an ISO Health and Safety accreditation.
• Maintain appropriate records and documentation.
• Deliver health and safety training and briefings to staff.
• Co-ordinate the occupational health programme.

Are you an Experienced Machine Shop Team-Leader with proven experience and looking to join a Busy & Friendly organisation based in the Manchester Area? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity.

We are currently recruiting for an international organisation based in Manchester area who are looking to appoint a Machine shop Team Leader to join their already established team. The right individual will be responsible for a team of CNC Millers & Setters. This is an exciting opportunity to join an organisation that continues to Grow and Invest.

This role is commutable from the following locations: Stretford / Sale / Stockport / Salford

The Machine Shop Team leader will be required to work Sunday to Thursday (Nights) – 10pm till 6am

Benefits on offer to the Machine shop Team leader

• 25 + 8days holiday
• 4 x Life Assurance
• Company Bonus

We are looking for an Ambitious forward-thinking individual who holds desire to make continuous changes to carry the business forward.

Duties:

• Manage the Teams Attendance and Development
• Ensure Health and Safety in Maintained within the Team.
• Ensure the team members have an even workload on a daily basis.
• Assist with problem solving and any issues that arise on site.
• Attend weekly production meetings.
• Report back to the Production leader.
• Identify and develop manufacturing improvements and Procedures.

Requirements:

• Previous experience within a Senior / Team-Leaders role.
• Experience with 3,4 & 5 AXIS vertical machining.
• Knowledge of operating CMM Machines
• Practical experience of manufacturing techniques
• Previous experience in Operating a CNC / CMM Machines (FANUC & MAZAK)
• Checking of drawing where required when using CMM Machines
• Time Served Engineer
• Holding a formal qualification in Engineering
• Previous Team-leader / Supervisory is Key to the role.

Probe are pleased to be recruiting for a creative Design Engineer role for our manufacturing client here in the West Midlands.

You'll be working closely with some of the UK's biggest brands to create bespoke interior designs for manufacture.

• Modern manufacturing facility.
• Company Pension.
• Onsite parking.

As Design Engineer you will be a key part of the wider manufacturing team, bringing client concepts to life in 2D & 3D, collating design packs for manufacture, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and exceeding expectations.

This position is well suited to design engineers with a background in interior design, product design and other creative design environments with familiarity to manufacturing processes.

Experience Required

• Design related qualification or experience.
• Understanding of design for manufacture.

The role is open to Design Engineers, Product Design Engineers, CAD Engineers & CAD Technicians

If you are interested in this "Design Engineer" role, please apply today for more information and be sure to leave your contact details.

Commutable from Dudley, Brierly Hill, Cradley Heath, Stourbridge, Kingswinford, Oldbury, Halesowen, Kidderminster, Wolverhampton.

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