Metrology Engineer - Dimensional Inspection

AWE; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,750 - 58,920; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9-day fortnight

270 hours annual leave

Pension scheme

Career development funding

Employee assistance

Job summary

AWE Burghfield invites applications for a Metrology Engineer - Dimensional Inspection on-site near Reading. You will help develop inspection processes and certify the quality of nuclear weapon products, using first-principles measurement and CMMs.

Ideal candidates have an HNC in mechanical engineering or manufacturing technology and experience with Quindos/PC-DMIS, GD&T, and practical metrology. Training and a clear career path are provided.

Qualifications

• Experience with Quindos and/or PC-DMIS programming software.
• Experience of measurement from first principles using manual instruments.
• Experience defining measurement processes and inspecting first articles or one-off components.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement metrology/dimensional inspection methods and processes.
• Work with product development teams to identify metrology methods for verification needs.
• Evaluate inspection technologies to identify those most suited and apply them.

Skills

Quindos/PC-DMIS

CMM programming

First principles measurement

GD&T interpretation

Education

HNC in mechanical engineering or manufacturing technology

Job description

Metrology Engineer - Dimensional Inspection

Closing Date: 21st August 2026

Location: RG30 3RR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.

Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Burghfield.

Package: 30,750 - 58,920 per annum (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience)

Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.

Ready to play your part?

At AWE, it\'s not just a job, it\'s far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part?

We have an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that develops the inspection processes to certify the quality of nuclear weapon products.

We are recruiting a Dimensional Inspection Engineer specialist to join the dynamic friendly team that \'make amazing happen\'.

Ideally, you will have a strong manufacturing background preferably with an emphasis on precision engineering and have experience using a first-principal measurement and a range of measuring equipment including coordinate measuring machines (CMMs).

Preferred candidates may have served a recognised Engineering Apprenticeship and hold qualifications to HNC level in mechanical engineering or manufacturing technology.

All training will be provided as well as a career path as a professional metrologist. We encourage and support personal growth in a broad range of skills to enable you to fulfil your potential. You will take up the challenge to deliver the inspection service with a friendly team working across AWE.

Duties to include:

• Work with product development teams to identify metrology methods to suit product verification needs.

• Evaluate differing inspection technologies to identify those most suited.

• Develop and implement metrology / dimensional inspection methods and processes.

• Sound workshop experience in the application of inspection quality tools and techniques, production activities and processes.

• Inspection practices, use of inspection equipment, setting up of components/assemblies.

• Basic understanding of measurement uncertainty analysis

• Experience of and ability to interpret engineering drawings (GD&T) and technical specifications.

Who are we looking for?

We do need you to have the following:

• Experienced in Quindos and/or PC-DMIS programming software; however, we welcome all candidates with CMM technology experience.

• Experience of measurement from 1st Principles using manual instruments.

• Experience of defining measurement processes and conducting inspection of first articles or one-off components.

Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following:

• Knowledge or experience of surface metrology evaluation using tactile or optical instruments.

• Experience of introducing new metrology/inspection equipment.

• Experience of conducting Measurement System Analysis studies.

• Background in high-precision manufacturing industry (ideally machining or similar production methods).

• Basic understanding of problem resolution and continuous improvement tools and techniques. e.g. accredited by Yellow Belt and Green Belt programmes.

• Knowledge of practical applications of 6-sigma methodology.

You\'ll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines.

Work hard, be rewarded:

We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including:

• 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.

• Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).

• Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.

• Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.

• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.

• Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).

• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.

• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.

The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.