Application Engineer

Delta XD; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta XD, a leading precision engineering consultancy, seeks an enthusiastic Application Engineer in Basingstoke. The role involves onsite support, measurement analysis, and CAD work, ideal for recent graduates looking to build their careers in metrology, with comprehensive training provided.

Benefits

Full OEM training in ZEISS Metrology systems

Career development pathway to senior roles

Involvement in varied high-impact projects

Supportive and skilled team environment

Qualifications

• Some hands-on experience with measurement tools required.
• Must meet UK and US military security clearance.
• Located or willing to relocate to Basingstoke.

Responsibilities

• Assist with onsite work and travel to customer facilities.
• Carry out CAD comparisons and interpret engineering drawings.
• Contribute to inspection projects in several industries.

Skills

Measurement tools

Engineering principles

Positive attitude

Education

Graduate in a technical discipline

Tools

CAD software

Metrology software

Job description

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We’re looking for an enthusiastic and technically minded Metrology Technician to join our growing team. This role is ideal for a recent graduate in a technical discipline who is ready to build a career in metrology.

Delta XD is a precision engineering consultancy specialising in advanced measurement, inspection and test. We work across aerospace, defence, rail, energy, motorsport, and high-value manufacturing—delivering accurate, actionable data where it’s needed most.

Our services include 3D scanning, dimensional inspection, reverse engineering, measurement-fixture design and manufacture, and production fixture development and verification. We provide fully mobile measurement services, as well as automated using ZEISS ScanBox platforms.

Delta XD is also a ZEISS Certified Metrology partner responsible in the UK and Ireland for new sales, training and aftercare support for the ZEISS optical 3D testing portfolio, supporting static and dynamic material and component testing across industry and research sectors. This includes the ARAMIS, TRITOP, PONTOS and ARGUS product lines.

Based in Basingstoke and operating nationally and internationally, we combine technical expertise with rapid delivery - helping OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers maintain precision and confidence in their products and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with onsite work at customer facilities (travel required)
• Carry out CAD comparisons and learn to interpret engineering drawings
• Receive full training in ZEISS GOM hardware and software, GD&T principles, and automation tools
• Contribute to inspection projects across aerospace, rail, defence, and manufacturing

What You’ll Need

• Some hands-on experience or academic exposure to measurement or engineering tools
• Clean UK driving licence and willingness to travel
• Must be able to meet UK and US military security clearance requirements
• Positive attitude and eagerness to develop technical skills
• Located or, willing to relocate, in a commutable distance of the Delta XD office.

Desirable (but not essential)

• Python experience or interest in automation
• Familiarity with CAD or metrology software

What We Offer

• Full OEM training in ZEISS Metrology systems
• Career development pathway to senior roles
• Involvement in varied and high-impact technical projects
• Supportive and skilled team environment

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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