PCB- PCB-a Estimator

TechPoint comprises four brands: Vanilla Electronics, Bela Electronics, Golledge Electronics and Interconics, our 'Centres of Excellence', all experts in their individual fields. Together, their combined strengths, align with our group strategy to provide an end-to-end supply chain and electronics manufacturing service to a global technology marketplace.

**Role Objective**

**Role Responsibilities**

**Cost Estimation**:
Utilise Calcuquote software to calculate the cost of PCB and PCB-A components, considering factors such as materials, labour, overhead, and other associated costs.

Analyse and interpret customer-provided documentation, including Gerber files, BOMs (Bill of Materials), and assembly drawings, to accurately estimate project requirements.

**Supplier Communication**:
Liaise with suppliers to obtain accurate and up-to-date pricing for materials and services.

Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure timely and reliable information for the estimation process.

Collaboration with Sales and Project Management:
Work closely with the sales team to understand customer requirements and expectations.

Collaborate with project management to align on project timelines and deliverables, ensuring accurate estimations support project planning.

**Data Analysis**:
Analyse historical data and trends to refine and improve the accuracy of future estimates.

Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the estimation process.

**Documentation**:
Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of estimates, including breakdowns of costs and assumptions made during the estimation process.

Communicate effectively with internal teams and customers regarding the basis of the estimates.

**Cost Negotiation**:
Participate in cost negotiation discussions with customers, providing insights and justifications for the estimated costs.

Collaborate with the sales team to develop pricing strategies that are competitive and aligned with the company's financial goals.

**Qualifications**

5+ Years Proven experience in PCB and PCB-A cost estimation, with a strong understanding of the manufacturing processes involved.

Proficiency in using Calcuquote software or similar PCB estimation tools.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Knowledge of industry standards and best practices in PCB manufacturing.

**Preferred Qualifications**

**Salary**: £40,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Diploma of Higher Education (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Estimator: 5 years (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Melksham (required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Melksham: Relocate before starting work (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 25% (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 14/03/2024
Reference ID: SB/Interconics/PCB-PCB-A Estimator