Job Description
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing business within the metal finishing and surface engineering sector.
This is a customer-facing, commercially focused engineering role where you will take ownership of technical enquiries, produce accurate quotations, and convert opportunities into orders.
You’ll act as the key link between customers and internal teams, ensuring the right finishing solutions are delivered to meet technical, quality, and performance requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Review customer enquiries, drawings, and specifications
Prepare accurate quotations and costings
Advise customers on suitable coating and surface finishing solutions
Identify technical or process limitations at quotation stage
Follow up quotations and support order conversion
Define process routes and ensure accurate job set-up
Liaise with production, quality, and operations teams
Resolve technical queries and clarify customer requirements
Support quality standards including PPAP and IATF 16949
Skills :
Experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Understanding of surface treatments, coatings, or finishing processes, such as:
*Electroplating (e.g. zinc, zinc-nickel)
*Zinc flake, dip-spin, or similar coating systems.
*Surface preparation processes
Awareness of corrosion protection and performance requirements
Strong communication skills and a proactive, problem-solving approach
Comfortable working across both technical and commercial responsibilities
Computer literate (Microsoft office, ERP systems)