Calibration Engineer

BSI; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 31,450 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Pension (Contribution Based)

Private Healthcare

27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Income Protection & Life Assurance

Job summary

BSI is seeking a skilled Calibration Engineer in Hemel Hempstead to support calibration services across our product testing laboratory. You will ensure accuracy, traceability and compliance of measuring equipment and contribute to quality improvements and equipment development.

The role involves calibrations, maintaining records, developing methods, handling non-conformances, and collaborating with internal stakeholders. A background in ISO/IEC 17025 and laboratory experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of calibration principles and lab equipment.
• Experience calibrating independently and judging equipment suitability.
• Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025 in labs.
• Experience maintaining calibration records and compliance processes.
• Strong analytical and organisational skills.
• Proficient IT skills and database management.

Responsibilities

• Perform calibrations with high accuracy and traceability.
• Verify calibration results and authorise status where appropriate.
• Maintain calibration records and database integrity.
• Develop and improve calibration methods and schedules.
• Investigate calibration non-conformances and audit findings.
• Support introduction of new equipment and lab capabilities.
• Advise on calibration requirements for purchases and repairs.
• Prepare equipment data sheets and uncertainty budgets.
• Deliver training on calibration processes and safe practices.
• Manage external calibrations and suppliers.

Skills

Calibration principles

Independent calibration

Measurement traceability

ISO/IEC 17025 know-how

Analytical problem solving

IT & database literacy

Education

HNC/HND or equivalent in Engineering or STEM

Job description

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Job Title: Calibration Engineer

Location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, 36hrs p/w

Salary Range: £31,450 - £37,000

About The Role

We are seeking a skilled Calibration Engineer to support the delivery of accurate, reliable and compliant calibration services across our product testing laboratory. This is a critical role responsible for ensuring the availability, accuracy and traceability of measuring equipment; helping to maintain the integrity of testing operations and our compliance with high quality standards.

Working closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and laboratory teams, you will play a key role in calibration management, quality improvement activities, new product introduction, equipment development projects and the resolution of technical and non-conformance issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform calibrations and measurements to high levels of accuracy and traceability.
• Verify internal and external calibration results and authorise calibration status where appropriate.
• Maintain accurate calibration records and oversee the integrity of the calibration database.
• Develop and improve calibration methods, processes, and schedules for new and existing equipment.
• Investigate and resolve calibration related non-conformances and audit findings.
• Support the introduction of new equipment, projects, and laboratory capabilities.
• Advise on calibration requirements relating to equipment purchase, repair and construction.
• Prepare and review equipment data sheets, calibration methodologies and uncertainty budgets.
• Deliver guidance and training on equipment use, safe working practices and calibration processes.
• Manage external calibration and repair suppliers, ensuring quality and compliance requirements are met.
• Ensure laboratory procedures and work instructions remain accurate and up to date.

About You

You will be a technically competent calibration professional with experience working in a laboratory, testing, or engineering environment. You will be comfortable working independently, solving technical challenges, and maintaining high standards of quality & compliance.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of calibration principles and measuring equipment used within testing laboratories.
• Experience conducting calibrations independently and making technical judgements on equipment suitability.
• Working knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 and its practical application within laboratory environments.
• Experience maintaining calibration systems, records and compliance processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications and database management.
• Ability to balance planned workloads with reactive business requirements.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Minimum of HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Engineering or a related STEM discipline.
• Broad technical knowledge gained within an industrial, testing or laboratory environment.
• Experience preparing uncertainty budgets and measurement uncertainty calculations.
• Knowledge of equipment procurement, specification and calibration requirements.
• Experience supporting equipment development, design or continuous improvement initiatives.

BSI offers a competitive total reward package, an independent and varied job in an international environment, flexible working hours, ongoing training, and development with the inclusion of Annual Bonus, Contribution Based Pension, Private Healthcare, 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, Income Protection & Life Assurance.

The advertised salary range reflects the level, scope and responsibilities of the role. Starting salary within that range will be determined based on experience, skills, market considerations, and alignment with internal equity principles.

D&I Policy

BSI is committed to ensuring the diversity of our workforce reflects that of our clients and the communities in which we operate. Our goal is to create a sense of belonging for all employees by providing opportunities to develop, grow, and engage with our global organization all while having fun doing great work. BSI is a community where everyone can thrive.

If you require any reasonable accommodations to be made on account of a disability orimpairment throughout out our recruiting process,please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.

About Us

BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognised for having a positive impact on organisations and society, building trust and enhancing lives.

Today BSI partners with more than 77,500 clients in 195 countries and engages with a 15,000 strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organisations and governments.

Utilising its extensive expertise in key industry sectors - including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail, and healthcare - BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil theirs.

Living by our core values of Client-Centricity, Agility, and Collaboration, BSI provides organisations with the confidence to grow by partnering with them to tackle society’s critical issues – from climate change to building trust in digital transformation and everything in between - to accelerate progress towards a better society and a sustainable world.

BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.