The Quality & Metrology Engineer is responsible for supporting calibration, metrology, and quality activities within the Cologne Service Laboratory. The role is responsible for ensuring calibration accuracy, maintaining metrological traceability, supporting ISO/IEC 17025 and DAkks compliance, and contributing to new capability development for Fluke's Test & Measurement service business in Cologne.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform calibration of Test & Measurement equipment in accordance with Fluke procedures and ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
- Execute daily calibration activities and achieve committed Turn-Around-Time (TAT) targets.
- Maintain metrological traceability of calibration standards and reference equipment.
- Support troubleshooting and technical investigation of complex calibration issues. And support investigation of customer escalations related to calibration quality and technical performance.
- Support implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the laboratory quality management system.
- Ensure compliance with:
- ISO/IEC 17025
- DAkks accreditation requirements
- Fluke Quality Management System
- Support internal audits, external audits, proficiency testing, and corrective action activities.
- Assist with validation of calibration methods and technical procedures.
- Participate in continuous improvement projects using FBS, Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies.
- Work closely with Service Engineers, Quality teams, Engineering teams, and Global Metrology teams to resolve technical issues.
Your Team
Join a diverse and highly skilled global team of metrology professionals. You will work closely with colleagues in Cologne and Eindhoven while collaborating with experts from around the world. Our culture encourages teamwork, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement, giving you the opportunity to learn from some of the best minds in the field. We are committed to your development and provide a structured career path, ongoing training, and opportunities to expand your technical capabilities as your career progresses.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in:
- o Electronics Engineering
- o Electrical Engineering
- o Instrumentation Engineering
- o Metrology
- o Physics
- o Other relevant technical disciplines
- 1-3 years of experience in calibration, metrology, laboratory operations, quality engineering, or Test & Measurement services.
- Experience working within ISO17025 accredited laboratories.
- Experience supporting calibration and measurement activities.
- Strong knowledge of:
- o Calibration principles
- o Measurement uncertainty
- o Traceability requirements
- o Test & Measurement equipment
- Familiarity with DAkks accreditation requirements.
- Ability to interpret technical specifications and calibration procedures.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Fluke, Tektronix, Keysight, Rohde & Schwarz, or equivalent Test & Measurement equipment.
- Experience with MVS procedure development and automation.
- Experience with Python, LabVIEW, MET/CAL, MET/TEAM, or related automation tools.
- Experience supporting new capability setup and NPI projects.
- Knowledge of root cause analysis, CAPA, and quality improvement methodologies
Personal Skills
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional and multicultural teams.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking skills to investigate technical issues and identify effective solutions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality results.
- Proactive mindset with a continuous improvement focus and the ability to drive positive change.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Why you should join Fluke
- Work with some of the best metrology professionals in the industry.
- Solve complex technical challenges and develop innovative measurement solutions.
- Collaborate in a multicultural and supportive global environment.
- Benefit from continuous learning, training, and career development opportunities.
- Make a meaningful impact on customers, products, and laboratory excellence worldwide.