Applications Engineer Metrology Precision Measurement

Thomas Lee Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist recruitment agency is seeking an engineer for a role focused on precision problem-solving with advanced optical and multi-sensor measurement systems. The ideal candidate will have experience in metrology or precision engineering and the ability to support customers with programming and technical assistance. This position offers a competitive salary, a company vehicle, clear progression opportunities, and benefits including training and a pension scheme. A full UK driving license and willingness to travel are essential.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company vehicle

Laptop and mobile phone

Full training

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in metrology, precision engineering or quality inspection.
• Confident using measurement software and Windows-based systems.
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently.
• Full UK driving license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Support customers with applications programming and metrology projects.
• Deliver software installations, system training, and technical support.
• Demonstrate measurement systems and support the sales team.
• Provide subcontract measurement services and R&R testing.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Attend trade shows and marketing activities.

Skills

Metrology

Precision engineering

Quality inspection

Measurement software

Communication

Customer support

Job description

If you're the kind of engineer who loves precision problem-solving and seeing quality systems perform at their best this is your kind of role.

You’ll work with advanced optical and multi-sensor measurement systems supporting manufacturers who rely on accurate real‑time data to control quality, reduce waste and improve efficiency.

What you’ll do

• Support customers with applications programming and metrology projects.
• Deliver software installations, system training and technical support.
• Demonstrate measurement systems to customers and support the sales team.
• Provide sub‑contract measurement services and R&R testing.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Attend trade shows, in‑house events and marketing activities.

What you’ll need

• Experience in metrology, precision engineering or quality inspection.
• Confident using measurement software and Windows‑based systems.
• Strong communication and customer‑facing skills.
• Self‑motivated, organised and able to work independently.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel or stay away when required.

What’s on offer

• Competitive salary and company vehicle.
• Laptop, mobile phone and full training.
• Clear progression opportunities in a growing business.
• Pension scheme with company contribution.

About Us

At Thomas Lee Recruitment we specialise in connecting engineers and technical salespeople with leading companies in the engineering sector. We pride ourselves on offering a personalised, professional and transparent recruitment service. Our focus is on understanding both client and candidate needs to ensure the best possible match.

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