Calibration Engineer

BSI; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading standards organization in the UK seeks a Calibration Engineer to manage calibration activities and ensure testing accuracy in their Loughborough laboratory. The ideal candidate will have practical experience with electronic and mechanical instruments, relevant educational qualifications, and proficiency with CMMS and MS Office. BSI offers a competitive total reward package, flexible working hours, and opportunities for ongoing training and development.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Contribution based pension

Private healthcare

27 days annual leave + bank holidays

Income protection and life assurance

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience using and adjusting electronic and mechanical instruments.
• Familiarity with CMMS or similar database systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate routine calibration of laboratory instruments with UKAS traceability.
• Maintain and update calibration schedules.
• Keep accurate records of calibration status and verify results.

Skills

Practical experience with electronic and mechanical instruments

Problem-solving and analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Digital confidence and statistical literacy

Strong communication skills

Education

A-Level, NVQ, HNC, or equivalent in a scientific, mathematical, or engineering subject

BSc in relevant field (desirable)

Tools

CMMS database systems

MS Office

SAP

Job description

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Job Title: Calibration Engineer

Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Join BSI’s Product Certification Division as a Calibration Engineer, supporting the accuracy and reliability of testing across our Loughborough laboratory.

In this key role, you’ll manage routine calibration activities, maintain scientific test & measuring equipment, and ensure all assets are available, serviceable and compliant with quality standards.

Working closely with our testing teams and inventory controller, you’ll deliver a high-quality calibration and control service that underpins our operational performance and supports the integrity of our product certification work.

We’re looking for someone who can take ownership of the calibration function, uphold exceptional standards, and contribute to the efficiency and excellence BSI is known for.

What You’ll Do:

• Coordinate routine calibration of laboratory instruments, ensuring UKAS traceability.
• Maintain and update calibration schedules, manage equipment logistics, and perform occasional in-house calibrations.
• Keep accurate records of calibration status, verify results, issue labels, and maintain documentation in the CMMS database.
• Verify test rigs and instruments against requirements in relevant standards (e.g. BS EN).
• Process new equipment requests and faulty equipment reports, coordinating repairs or replacements internally or externally.
• Identify opportunities to improve calibration processes, efficiency, and standardisation.
• Provide regular reporting on equipment status, forecasts, and repair progress.

What We’re Looking For:

• Practical experience with electronic and mechanical instruments; use, adjustment, and disconnection.
• Minimum of A-Level, NVQ, HNC, or equivalent in a scientific, mathematical, or engineering subject (BSc desirable).
• Experience with CMMS or similar database systems, and confidence using MS Office, SAP, or similar tools.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Digital confidence, statistical literacy, and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Adaptable, resilient, and able to communicate effectively across teams.
• Self-starter who can work independently, manage time efficiently, and coordinate colleagues when required.

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.

Join BSI and help deliver calibration excellence that underpins our product testing and certification services.

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About Us

BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognized for having a positive impact on organizations 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, organizations and governments.

Utilizing 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 organizations 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.