Metrology Engineer

Nicholas Associates; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Xmas shut down

5% pension

Job summary

Nicholas Associates is seeking a Senior Metrology Engineer to act as the lead expert for metrology across the Group. You will drive standardisation of inspection methods and stay current with the latest measuring technologies.

The role involves directing metrology strategy across multiple sites, improving efficiency, and some travel to understand onsite practices. Hybrid work and UK-based travel are expected.

Qualifications

• Must be an experienced CMM Programmer.
• Strong metrology knowledge and interest in modern techniques.
• Experience with automated inspection systems and laser scanners is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead metrology strategy across the group and standardise methods.
• Drive improvements to reduce inspection times and align best practices.
• Travel to sites to understand inspection processes and implement changes.

Skills

CMM programming

Metrology

Tools

PC-DMIS

Job description

The basics

• Job Title: Senior Metrology Engineer - Group Metrology Specialist
• Environment: Manufacturing
• Location: Hybrid - the company have manufacturing facilities Near to Derby, Durham and Basildon - base location can be flexible to suit.
• Pay: up to £60,000
• Hours: Mon to Thur 8am to 5pm and Fri - 8am to 1pm
• Contracted hours: 40 per week
• Holidays and Benefits: 33 days holiday, Xmas shut down, 5% pension, Annual Pay negotiated yearly by the Union.

Overview

Working as part of a large group, we now require a Senior Metrology Engineer to be the lead subject matter expert for all things metrology across the Group.

The company have x3 UK sites, with manufacturing facilities located in India, China, France and Poland.

The role will be steering metrology to "best practice" - how do we reduce inspection times; how do we standardise metrology across the group.

As the Senior Metrology Engineer you will be tasked to direct the company strategy for metrology, keeping up to date with the latest measuring technology and implementing the best techniques and processes across the group.

The role will involve some travel to understand how each site inspects components and to get a feel for how metrology processes are done across the group.

Ideal candidate / Metrology Engineer may have some of the following experiences

however, please note these are only desirable and not essential as all applications will be looked at individually:

• Must be an experienced user of PC-DMIS Software
• Must be an experienced CMM Programmer as you will be the lead specialist in this subject.
• A keen interest in the future of metrology and up to date with the latest measuring techniques
• A confident communicator as you will diagnose and propose new methods of measuring.
• Exposure to automated inspection systems, laser scanners, CT, or non-contact metrologyCommutable from: Ripley, Nottingham, Chesterfield, Derby, Ilkeston, Heanor, Alfreton and surrounding areas.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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