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 

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