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Posted 20 July, 2026

CNC Estimator

HR GO Recruitment
Watford, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Customer-facing RFQ/quotation role pricing complex 3-5 axis CNC milled parts, fabrications and sub-assemblies. Hybrid working possible.

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You will join the estimating team responsible for preparing accurate quotations and tender bids for complex CNC machined, fabricated and sub-assembled parts. You will use your technical knowledge and commercial awareness to secure profitable work and support long-term customer relationships.

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Join this large, established and successful aerospace precision engineering company specialising in complex military and aerospace components. You will be part of a busy, stable and growing organisation with a strong reputation in the sector.

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Key Responsibilities

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    Prepare quotations and tender bids for complex 3-, 4- and 5-axis CNC Milled parts, fabrications and sub-assemblies.

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    Respond to RFQs, collating costs for materials, treatments and subcontract operations.

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    Provide accurate pricing and lead-time information to customers.

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    Work closely with engineering, production and supply chain teams to understand technical challenges, capacity, lead times and material availability.

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    Act as a key commercial link between customers and the business, helping improve the efficiency of the estimating function.

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Key Requirements - Essential

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    Experience within a precision engineering environment (ideally aerospace manufacturing).

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    Estimating / cost engineering experience.

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    Solid understanding of CNC milling and general machining (3-, 4- and 5-axis), materials and manufacturing processes.

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    Strong customer-facing, organisational and communication skills.

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    Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel and Access

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Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.

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This is a permanent job with a negotiable starting salary depending on experience. You must have current UK right to work to be considered. HRGO are a recruitment agency supporting UK Manufacturing. We aim to respond to all applications.

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