Vacancies

Senior Estimating Sales Engineer / Production Engineer

Industry: Subcontract Precision Engineering (Oil & Gas & Aerospace)

Location: Chessington, Surrey

Reports To: The Director 

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and commercially astute Senior Estimating Sales Engineer/Production Engineer to join a long-established engineering company based in Chessington, Surrey with a world leading reputation for the provision of deep hole drilling and precision subcontract machining services. 

This role sits at the intersection of sales, estimating, and production, supporting business growth by delivering accurate, competitive quotations while ensuring manufacturability and operational efficiency.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in subcontract machining environments, with specific exposure to the oil & gas and aerospace sectors, and a deep understanding of complex component manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

Estimating & Commercial:

• Prepare detailed and accurate cost estimates for CNC machined components and assemblies from customer RFQs, drawings, and specifications.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings, including GD&T, materials, tolerances, and surface finishes.
• Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing for external processes (e.g. heat treatment, coating, NDT). 
• Support pricing strategy to ensure competitiveness while maintaining margin targets. 
• Engage with customers during quotation stages to clarify technical and commercial requirements.

Sales & Customer Interface:

• Act as a technical point of contact for key customers in oil & gas and aerospace sectors. 
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, supporting repeat and new business opportunities. 
• Participate in customer meetings, technical reviews, and contract negotiations.
• Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost reduction. 

Production & Engineering Support:

• Collaborate with production, planning, and quality teams to ensure smooth project handover.
• Review manufacturability and advise on optimal machining methods, tooling, and processes. 
• Support process planning, fixture design, and continuous improvement initiatives. 
• Provide technical input to resolve production challenges and non-conformances. 

Compliance & Quality:

• Ensure all estimates and processes align with industry standards such as AS9100, ISO 9001, and customer-specific requirements.
• Understand sector-specific requirements including traceability, material certification, and regulatory compliance.

Key Requirements

Experience:

• Minimum 5–10 years’ experience in precision engineering / subcontract machining. 
• Proven experience in estimating and/or production engineering roles.
• Strong exposure to oil & gas and/or aerospace components and standards. 

Technical Skills:

• Excellent understanding of CNC machining processes (turning, milling, multi-axis). 
• Strong ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and estimating software. 
• Knowledge of materials (e.g. Inconel, titanium, stainless steels, duplex). 
• Familiarity with special processes (NDT, coatings, heat treatment). 

Commercial Awareness:

• Strong cost analysis and pricing skills. 
• Understanding of margins, overhead recovery, and business profitability. 
• Ability to balance technical feasibility with commercial viability.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and customer-facing skills. 
• High attention to detail and accuracy. 
• Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

The Package

• Competitive Salary package depending on experience.
• Pension scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Participation in company bonus scheme (subject to qualifying period).
• 5 Weeks holiday plus bank holidays.
• 38 hour week - Monday to Thursday 7am to 4pm (or 8am to 5pm) with 30mins lunch, Friday 8am to 12pm). 

How to Apply

Please send your CV and details, or to make further enquiries to vacancies@mollart.co.uk 

Senior Quality Control Inspector

An opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and dynamic Senior Quality Engineer Inspector to join a long-established engineering company based in our facility in Chessington, Surrey with a world leading reputation for the provision of deep hole drilling and precision subcontract machining services. 

The ideal candidate will be an expert in CMM inspection, ideally with Wenzel systems, while remaining hands-on with traditional manual measurement tools. You will play a key role in verifying complex components and mentoring our next generation of engineers. The Senior Quality Control Inspector will work with a dedicated team supplying highly complex drilled machined parts to large blue-chip customers in sectors including Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Automotive and Aerospace. 

 Responsibilities:

• CMM Inspection: Perform high-level inspection using Wenzel CMMs.

Note: While experience with Wenzel “Quartis” is highly preferred, we will provide comprehensive bridge training for experienced operators coming from PC-DMIS or Calypso backgrounds.

• Manual Metrology: Conduct bench inspections using a full suite of traditional instruments:
  • Micrometers (External/Internal/Depth).
  • Digital Height Gauges and Surface Finish testers.
  • Bore gauges and specialized thread measurement tools.
• Inspection Reporting / FAIR: Create and verify First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) to AS9102 standards.
• Mentorship: Train other less experienced Inspectors in both digital and manual measurement techniques.
• Problem Solving: Liaise with the machine shop to resolve dimensional issues and improve process stability.

Requirements:

• Technical Foundation: Background in precision mechanical engineering or manufacturing within an ISO-regulated environment (ISO 9001, AS9100, or equivalent), with mandatory hands-on experience using Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM).
• Software Agility: Experience with CMM programming. If you haven't used Wenzel, you must demonstrate a strong logical grasp of 3D metrology software and a willingness to learn a new system.
• GD&T Expert: Total fluency in reading complex engineering drawings and geometric tolerances.
• Versatility: You are as comfortable using a micrometer on the shop floor as you are running an automated CMM program in the lab.
• Positive can-do attitude: Well organized, possessing excellent communication skills and the ability to work under strict deadlines.
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The Package

• Competitive Salary package depending on experience.
• Pension scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Participation in company bonus scheme (subject to qualifying period).
• 5 Weeks holiday plus bank holidays.
• 38 hour week - Monday to Thursday 7am to 4pm (or 8am to 5pm) with 30mins lunch, Friday 8am to 12pm).

Why Join Us?

• Access to high-specification Wenzel measurement technology.
• A varied role where you aren't "stuck in a booth"—you'll be an integral part of the manufacturing flow.
• Investment in your skills through specialized software training.

How to Apply

Please send your CV and details, or to make further enquiries to vacancies@mollart.co.uk 

Skilled / Experienced Stainless Steel TIG Welder

Location: Resolven, Wales (On‑site)

Job Type: Full‑time | Permanent

Hours: 38 hours per week, with overtime available

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Stainless Steel TIG Welder to join our team, working on high‑quality electromechanical assemblies for medical and semiconductor industries. This role is ideal for someone who takes real pride in producing clean, precise, medical‑grade welds to a consistently high standard.

You’ll be working in a modern, clean, and well‑organised workshop, producing complete assemblies used in regulated, high‑quality applications where attention to detail genuinely matters.

What You Will Be Doing:

• TIG welding stainless steel assemblies to medical‑grade quality standards.

• Producing welds with excellent cosmetic appearance and dimensional accuracy.

• Working from detailed engineering drawings and specifications.

• Preparing parts and assemblies with a strong focus on cleanliness and joint preparation.

• Carrying out self‑inspection to ensure quality, accuracy, and finish.

• Working closely with fabrication, machining, and quality teams.

• Maintaining a clean, organised, and controlled working environment.

What We’re Looking For:

• Solid experience in stainless steel TIG welding.

• Confidence working on precision assemblies, not general fabrication.

• Ability to work to tight tolerances and high cosmetic standards.

• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship.

• Reliable, quality‑focused approach to work.

Nice to Have:

• Aluminium TIG welding experience.

• Experience in medical, semiconductor, or other regulated manufacturing environments.

• Welding qualifications.

The Package

• Competitive pay based on experience.

• Overtime opportunities.

• Clean, modern working conditions.

• Stable, long‑term employment.

• Pension and bonus scheme.

• Opportunity to work on medical‑grade, high‑quality electromechanical assemblies.

How to Apply

Please send your CV with details of your TIG welding experience. A weld test may be required.

Contact:

Wayne Thomas – Wayne.thomas@mollart.co.uk

Deburrer/Finisher Vacancy At Mollart Engineering Chessington

An opportunity has arisen for a high-performing Deburrer/Finisher to join a long-established company with a world-leading reputation for the manufacture of cutting tools and provider of precision subcontract machining, based in Chessington, Surrey. 

Working within the company’s Subcontract division, the successful candidate will be part of a dynamic engineering team. You will play a key role in deburring CNC turned machine parts to the highest quality standards for a range of customers in sectors as diverse as oil and gas, nuclear, automotive, aerospace and general engineering.  

This is an outstanding opportunity to become part of a growing division with opportunity for personal growth and responsibility.

Responsibilities:

• Deburr external surfaces and edges of CNC turned machine parts. 
• Deburr internal cross drilling and internal and external threads. 
• Work confidently in an AS9100 certified environment.
• Use hand tools to meet customer drawing requirements. 
• Perform final part marking. 
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and route cards accurately. 

Requirements:

• Strong attention to detail and product quality.
• Proven experience in a machine shop environment. 
• Knowledge of multiple material types. 
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Positive can-do attitude.
• Ability to work under strict deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills.

The Package

• Salary package: Competitive salary. 
• 38-hour week – 12 pm finish on Fridays.
• Pension scheme.
• Life Assurance. 
• Participation in the company bonus scheme (subject to qualifying period). 
• 5 weeks holiday. 

How to Apply

 Please send your CV and details, or to make further enquiries to vacancies@mollart.co.uk 

Skilled CNC Machinist Vacancy

Due to our continued expansion, Mollart Engineering Resolven are looking to hire a skilled CNC Machinist to join our industry leading company. 

We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic people to join our team at our Resolven facility in South Wales. 

CNC Machinist (MAZAK VTC)

 The CNC Machinist will be responsible for setting and operating a 5 Axis Mazak VTC Mill. This is a permanent afternoon shift-based role after completion of training. The hours are : Afternoon Shift 14:00 – 12:00 Monday to Thursday, 38 hours as standard.

Required Experience:

• 5 Axis setting/operating
• Mazak VTC knowledge
• Semiconductor/Medical industry experience preferred but not essential.

If you are passionate about engineering, this is your opportunity to work alongside a driven group of professionals, contribute to exciting projects, and be a part of the semiconductor future.

For more information or to apply please contact Wayne Thomas at wayne.thomas@mollart.co.uk

No Agencies – Please note, we are not taking enquiries or applications from agencies.

Quality Control Inspector Vacancy At Mollart Engineering Resolven

Our growing company at Mollart Engineering Resolven, South Wales, is looking for a quality inspector. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below. You will be required to work shifts and overtime when required. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct inspection of machined parts, weldments, and assemblies as per customer’s drawings, specifications, and requirements through the use of various types of inspection equipment and CMM operation.
• Initiate and follow up of Nonconformance as required.
• Assist with material movement as relates to non-conforming product.
• Verification of operator in-process checks.
• Special Projects as directed by quality management.
• Ability to work in a high-paced environment on multiple projects simultaneously (multitask) while maintaining high-levels of quality assurance practices.
• Maintains a clean work environment to eliminate potential product contamination and damage.
• Performing visual inspection checks on mechanical parts, weldments and various coatings and finishes (Anodising, Grit Blasting, Chromium Oxide).
• Inspection on electrical and mechanical. components on incoming parts, material, in-process assemblies, and final product.
• Review material specification and test reports against specification requirements.
• Document inspection results in accordance. with customers requirements and any additional work instructions.
• Vacuum Testing using Jigs and Fixtures.

Desired Experience:

• Ability to read engineering drawings, bill of materials, quality plans, and other documents as needed is a must.
• Ability to work under direct supervision and to follow written instructions and techniques.
• Ability to exhibit a keen perception in all areas of quality assurance.
• Be competent in the use of all metrology inspection and test equipment and CMM operation.
• Proven track record of the highest integrity level.
• Must be observant and good at paying attention to detail.
• Basic knowledge of Excel, MSOffice, and Outlook.
• Familiar with process control tools.
• Time served apprenticeship.

Please send your CV or to make further enquiries to either Wayne.Thomas@mollart.co.uk or coleen.morgandavies@mollart.co.uk

General CNC Machinist Vacancy at Mollart Engineering Resolven

As an expanding company, Mollart Engineering's facility in Resolven, South Wales, is looking for a general CNC machinist with a bias towards setting and operating a 5 Axis CNC machining centre. If you would like to join our team then please take a look at the list of requirements below. You will be required to work shifts, mornings and afternoons) and overtime when required.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up and run CNC machines (Lathe and 5 Axis Mill experience welcomed).
• Read and understand customer drawings and specifications.
• Inspect parts and ensure they are within drawing tolerance.
• Make machine adjustments and minor programming changes as needed.
• Competent in the use of various inspection equipment.
• Analyse and solve manufacturing problems.
• Tool proofing and first article and in-process inspection.
• Tooling set up.
• Follow, understand, complete and sign work order route cards.
• Perform daily maintenance check of machines as required.
• Be able to take a flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Clean machine at the end of each shift.
• Follow all site safety regulations.

Desired Experience:

• Previous experience with milling and turning CNC centres preferred (5 Axis an advantage).
• Ability to read engineering drawings, bill of materials, quality plans, and any relating documents is a must.
• Ability to work under direct supervision and to follow written/oral instructions and techniques.
• Must be observant and good at paying attention to detail.
• Ability to understand geometrical tolerancing.
• 5 Years experience in set up, operating and programming of CNC machines.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• MAZATROL controls would be an advantage.
• Time served apprenticeship.

Please send your CV or to make further enquiries to either Wayne.Thomas@mollart.co.uk or coleen.morgandavies@mollart.co.uk

ENGINEERING APPRENTICESHIP VACANCY AT MOLLART CHESSINGTON – SUMMER 2025 START DATE

Here at Mollart Engineering, we are tackling the current engineering skills shortage through continuously investing in the next generation of engineers. So we are pleased to announce our current vacancy for an Engineering Apprenticeship at our site in Chessington, Surrey, with a Summer 2025 Start Date.

Find out more details about our apprenticeships

If you are interested in an apprenticeship at Mollart Engineering (Chessington) Limited, please email your CV and details to vacancies@mollart.co.uk