Lead Metrology Engineer - CMM, GD&T & Process Excellence

T.Q.R. LTD; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Free on site parking with electric car

Canteen on site

Job summary

T.Q.R. LTD in Plymouth is seeking an experienced Lead Metrology Engineer to act as the technical authority for dimensional measurement. You will drive metrology capability, develop measurement strategies, support new product introduction and mentor colleagues across Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality.

You will work hands-on with CMMs and other equipment, program CMM routines (Zeiss Calypso), apply GD&T, and lead continuous improvement while ensuring PPAP and MSA compliance.

Qualifications

• Degree in a STEM discipline or equivalent engineering experience.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in dimensional inspection of precision 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 PPAP requirements and Measurement System Analysis (MSA).
• Proactive, with strong problem-solving skills and adaptability.
• Excellent communication to coach across departments.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, standardisation and continuous improvement of metrology processes.
• Develop inspection methods, measurement strategies and work instructions.
• Remain hands-on with dimensional inspection activities to support production and engineering.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers during NPI to validate machining processes.
• Program and optimise CMM routines to improve repeatability and inspection capability.
• Research, evaluate and introduce new metrology technologies and best practice.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to the metrology team.
• Support MSA activities including Gauge R&R, bias and linearity studies.
• Prepare dimensional documentation for PPAP submissions.
• Ensure measurement activities meet customer, regulatory and internal quality requirements.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives across the department.

Skills

Dimensional inspection

CMM programming

GD&T understanding

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

STEM degree

Tools

Zeiss Calypso

Job description

T.Q.R. LTD in Plymouth is seeking an experienced Lead Metrology Engineer to act as the technical authority for dimensional measurement. You will drive metrology capability, develop measurement strategies, support new product introduction and mentor colleagues across Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality.

You will work hands-on with CMMs and other equipment, program CMM routines (Zeiss Calypso), apply GD&T, and lead continuous improvement while ensuring PPAP and MSA compliance.