Lead Metrology Engineer – CMM & Dimensional Excellence

DK Recruitment Ltd; West Alvington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lead Metrology Engineer role at a world-renowned manufacturer in the aerospace and precision engineering sector. You will head the development and standardisation of measurement capabilities while staying hands-on with dimensional inspections and CMM programming.

Mentor the metrology team, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with engineering, manufacturing and quality to support new product introduction and PPAP/FAIR submissions.

Qualifications

• Degree in a STEM discipline or equivalent practical engineering experience.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in dimensional inspection of precision engineered components.
• Strong experience with Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM) and conventional measurement equipment.
• Proven CMM programming experience, ideally using Zeiss Calypso.
• Excellent understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Knowledge of dimensional measurement standards, PPAP requirements and MSA.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, standardisation and continuous improvement of metrology processes across the business.
• Develop inspection methods, measurement strategies, fixturing solutions and work instructions to improve quality and efficiency.
• Remain hands-on with dimensional inspection activities, supporting production and engineering with complex measurement requirements.
• Work alongside Manufacturing Engineers during new product introduction to validate machining processes and provide measurement expertise.
• Programme and optimise CMM routines to improve repeatability, efficiency and inspection capability.
• Research, evaluate and introduce new metrology technologies, equipment and industry best practice.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to the metrology team, promoting consistent working methods and continuous development.
• Support MSA activities including Gauge R&R, bias and linearity studies.
• Prepare and support dimensional documentation for FAIR and PPAP submissions.
• Ensure all measurement activities meet customer, regulatory and internal quality requirements.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives across the department.

Skills

Problem solving

Mentoring

Communication

Continuous improvement

Influencing

Education

STEM degree

Engineering experience

Tools

CMM

Zeiss Calypso

SolidWorks

Job description

Lead Metrology Engineer role at a world-renowned manufacturer in the aerospace and precision engineering sector. You will head the development and standardisation of measurement capabilities while staying hands-on with dimensional inspections and CMM programming.

Mentor the metrology team, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with engineering, manufacturing and quality to support new product introduction and PPAP/FAIR submissions.