Commercial Engineer

Commercial Engineer Wolverhampton £65,000 – £70,000 per annum Monday – Thursday 8:00am – 5:00pm | Friday 8:00am – 1:00pm Department: Engineering Main Purpose of the Role We are seeking an experienced Commercial Engineer to lead customer estimating activities within our Engineering department. This role will take ownership of quotation processes, provide commercial support to the Cost of Sales (COS) function, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and profitability. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware engineering professional with strong estimating experience in a precision engineering environment. Key Responsibilities Lead customer estimating activities using best practice methodology Produce accurate and timely quotations for CNC machined parts Prepare cost estimates to support acquisition of new business Provide commercial support relating to Engineering Cost of Sales Analyse COS data and implement lessons learned to drive future cost savings Manage estimating workflow within a small team Work closely with Engineering to meet customer demand Collaborate with Supply Chain to order materials to customer specification Introduce and maintain process documentation in line with the company BMS Contribute to departmental continuous improvement programmes Knowledge & Experience Required Strong understanding of processes within a precision engineering environment Experience estimating CNC machined components Knowledge of engineering processes, tooling, and fixtures Proven track record of delivering cost-saving initiatives Ability to organise and prioritise workload within a small team Core Competencies Planning & Organisation Productively manage workload and meet deadlines Maintain accurate documentation and paperwork Promote a safe, clean, and organised working environment Performance & Continuous Improvement Maintain high personal standards and KPI achievement Identify discrepancies and propose practical solutions Contribute creative ideas for operational improvements Problem Solving Apply technical expertise to resolve challenges Escalate concerns appropriately and constructively Communication Present information clearly and logically Maintain confidentiality of company information Build effective two-way communication across teams Teamwork & Flexibility Share knowledge and support colleagues Respond positively to changing priorities Continuously develop additional skills What We Offer Competitive salary of £65,000 – £70,000 Early finish every Friday (1pm) Opportunity to lead and influence commercial engineering strategy A supportive, team-oriented environment Scope to drive meaningful continuous improvement initiatives