Engineer Metrology / CMM - Vehicles

Transport for London; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Final salary pension

Free travel on TfL network

30 days annual leave

Hybrid working

Private healthcare (optional)

Cycle-to-work

Discounted Eurostar travel

Ticket reimbursement 75%

Job summary

Transport for London (TfL) is hiring a Band 2 Engineer for Metrology/CMM activities in the Vehicles Engineering Technical Services team. You will perform metrology, inspection and reverse engineering, using advanced measurement tech and generating reliable data for inspection reports and CAD models.

The role requires operating Zeiss/Geomagic/CAD tools, interpreting drawings, and supporting calibration while occasionally working unsocial hours. Hybrid work with offices and sites across London.

Qualifications

• Experience in measurement, inspection and reporting.
• Experience with Zeiss Inspect, Geomagic Control X, CAM2 or similar inspection software.
• Experience with SolidWorks, Geomagic Design X or similar CAD/reverse engineering software.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and written specifications.
• Awareness of safety requirements in maintenance environments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out metrology, inspection and reverse engineering activities to ensure outputs meet safety and quality requirements.
• Operate measurement equipment (arms, 3D scanners) to capture reliable data.
• Produce inspection reports to validate safety-critical components and support 3D CAD models.
• Support calibration and correct application of all equipment; may require unsocial hours.

Skills

Interpreting drawings

Inspection procedures

Measurement processes

Analytical thinking

Communication

Tools

Zeiss Inspect

Geomagic Control X

CAM2

SolidWorks

Geomagic Design X

Job description

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Job Title: Engineer Metrology / CMM - Vehicles

Job Title for Contract: Engineer (B2) - Vehicles

Grade: Band 2

Salary: Circa £43,000 (dependent on skill, knowledge and experience)

Contract Type: TfL Permanent / Full Time / Hybrid

Location: Hearne House, Acton (including various TfL sites across London)

Reference: SF5030

Hybrid working, within this role enables a balance of 50% of time split between the office and home over a 4-week period. Hybrid working arrangements can evolve subject to business requirements.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 06 September @ 23:59

All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory right-to-work checks. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. At the present time TfL is unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Overview of Role

Transport for London (TfL) Engineers are always looking forward. Join us in the Vehicles Engineering Technical Services team as a Band 2 Engineer, where you will play a key role in ensuring our assets remain safe, reliable and fit for the future, while supporting the delivery of new systems and engineering solutions.

You will work across a wide range of engineering assets and projects, delivering reverse engineering and inspection solutions using advanced measurement technologies.

You will be responsible for carrying out metrology, inspection and reverse engineering activities, ensuring outputs meet safety, quality and business requirements. You will be expected to operate various types of measurement equipment (measurement arms and 3D scanners) to capture reliable data. This data will provide the basis for producing inspection reports to validate safety critical components or support creation of 3D CAD models. You will be expected to support the maintenance, calibration and correct application of all equipment.

This role may require unsocial hours and weekend working to gain access to operational assets.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience (Essential, unless stated Desirable)

Skills

• Ability to Interpret engineering drawings and written specifications
• Ability to carry out inspection procedures/programmes to produce reliable results
• Ability to develop and validate measurement/inspection processes (Desirable)
• CAD modelling or reverse engineering experience
• Good analytical skills, with an ability to identify problems and a proactive approach to solving them
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge

• Understanding of measurement/inspection techniques and fundamental metrology principles
• Competent in the use of a range of inspection equipment and measurement systems
• 3D CAD Modelling including reverse engineering with various data sources
• Geometrical Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) (Desirable)
• Awareness of relevant industry standards and best practice

Experience

• Experience of measurement, inspection and reporting
• Experience working with Zeiss Inspect, Geomagic Control X, CAM2 or similar inspection software (Desirable)
• Experience with SolidWorks, Geomagic Design X or similar CAD/reverse engineering software (Desirable)
• Experience working in operational or maintenance environments, following safe systems of work
• Experience supporting projects or complex engineering activities with multiple interfaces

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We want to represent the city we serve, which will help us become a more innovative and efficient organisation. Our goal is to make our recruitment as inclusive as possible. We are a disability confident employer who guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all of the essential criteria. We also use anonymising software that removes identifying information from CVs and cover letters to make the process fair

Vetting Process

At Transport for London, safety, trust and fairness sit at the heart of how we recruit. Our Vetting Charter (https://tfl.gov.uk/corporate/careers/our-vetting-process) explains the checks we carry out before you join us, helping ensure we create a safe, inclusive and reliable network for everyone who depends on our services. We simply ask that the information you provide is honest and accurate so we can progress your application smoothly. If something doesn't match or can't be verified, we may not be able to move forward with your application, but we'll always treat you with transparency, respect, and clear communication throughout.

Benefits

• Final salary pension scheme
• Free travel for you on the TfL network
• Reimbursement of 75% of the cost of a standard class Ticket for National Rail travel from home
• 30 days annual leave plus public and bank holidays
• TfL is committed to work-life balance, operating a hybrid working approach where business and role requirements allow
• Private healthcare discounted scheme (optional)
• Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme
• Retail, health, leisure and travel offers
• Discounted Eurostar travel