Metrologist – Onsite Lab Specialist, 9‑Day Fortnight

awepeople; Reading; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day working fortnight

Pension scheme (contributory)

Life Assurance (4 x annual salary)

Employee assistance programme

Special Leave Policy

Discounts

Job summary

AWE is seeking an experienced Metrologist to join the Target Fabrication Science Team. You will conduct dimensional inspection of micron to millimetre scale components, using CMM, interferometry and optical microscopy, to support plasma physics experiments on UK Orion and US NIF facilities.

The role combines hands-on laboratory work with analytical testing, data reporting, equipment calibration, and day-to-day lab activity oversight.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 6 in Metrology or Foundation Degree with direct work experience.
• Ability to follow design requirements and drawings.
• Knowledge of metrology processes, especially CMM and white light interferometry.
• Experience with surface metrology using tactile or optical instruments.
• Experience in introducing new metrology/inspection equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional inspection using CMM, interferometry and optical microscopy.
• Develop, validate and verify new and existing test methods.
• Interpret data and produce high-quality technical reports for customers and programmes.
• Manage day-to-day laboratory activities including calibration and maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain high safety, quality and compliance through Safe Systems of Work.
• Collaborate with customers, stakeholders and specialists to deliver solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement in laboratory processes and capabilities.
• Balance priorities to meet challenging timescales in technical programmes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

NVQ level 6 in Metrology

Foundation Degree

Tools

Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMM)

White light interferometry

Optical microscopy

Job description

AWE is seeking an experienced Metrologist to join the Target Fabrication Science Team. You will conduct dimensional inspection of micron to millimetre scale components, using CMM, interferometry and optical microscopy, to support plasma physics experiments on UK Orion and US NIF facilities.

The role combines hands-on laboratory work with analytical testing, data reporting, equipment calibration, and day-to-day lab activity oversight.