Metrology Technician

Cranleigh Scientific Ltd; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Cranleigh Scientific Ltd requires a Metrology Technician to join their Abingdon on-site team. You will support inspection and measurement of complex components across the manufacturing process, ensuring accuracy and traceability in line with quality procedures.

The role emphasises hands-on work, attention to detail and the ability to learn new equipment. Training is available and advancement within Metrology, Quality and manufacturing is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail with a methodical approach.
• Ability to follow technical work instructions, inspection plans and procedures.
• Confidence using technical equipment and recording results.
• Good organisation and ability to work to priorities.
• Hands-on attitude with willingness to learn new equipment and processes.
• Confident working with computer-based systems to operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate metrology and testing equipment, running established programs and routines.
• Support structured light scanning and tensile testing; exposure to CMM, XCT, optical measurement.
• Follow inspection plans and work instructions to ensure accurate results.
• Load components and fixtures correctly for inspection.
• Record inspection results and repeat measurements as required.
• Maintain digital records to support traceability and raise non-conformances promptly.
• Work to daily and weekly priorities; communicate progress and issues clearly.
• Support routine equipment checks, housekeeping and calibration activities.
• Conform to quality systems, health and safety requirements and metrology best practices.

Skills

Metrology

Inspection

Measurement equipment

Attention to detail

Documentation

Tools

CMM

XCT

Structured light scanning

Job description

Metrology Technician

Location: Abingdon, Oxford - On-site

Salary: Competitive

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Monday-Friday

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Metrology Technician to join a growing advanced manufacturing business developing high-performance metal components using cutting-edge manufacturing technologies.

Based on-site in Abingdon, you will support the inspection and measurement of complex components throughout the manufacturing process. Working closely with Metrology, Quality and Operations, you’ll help ensure components are measured accurately, efficiently and in line with quality and traceability requirements.

This is a hands-on role where attention to detail, consistency and the ability to follow defined processes are essential. Extensive metrology experience isn’t essential, with training available for someone who has the right technical aptitude and willingness to learn.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate automated and semi-automated metrology and testing equipment, running established measurement programmes and inspection routines.

• Support structured light scanning and tensile testing, with potential exposure to CMM, XCT and optical measurement equipment.

• Follow inspection plans, measurement procedures and work instructions to ensure accurate and repeatable results.

• Load components, fixtures and test setups safely and correctly for inspection.

• Record and upload inspection results, checking outputs for errors and repeating measurements where required.

• Maintain accurate digital records to support component traceability and raise non-conformances promptly.

• Work to daily and weekly priorities, communicating progress, delays and issues effectively.

• Support routine equipment checks, housekeeping and calibration-related activities.

• Work in accordance with quality management systems, health and safety requirements and good metrology practice.

• Remain flexible to changing production, inspection and project priorities.

About You

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach.

• The ability to follow technical work instructions, inspection plans and established processes accurately.

• Confidence working with technical equipment, components and fixtures.

• Good organisation and the ability to work effectively to agreed priorities.

• A practical, hands-on attitude with a willingness to learn new equipment and processes.

• Confidence using computer-based systems to operate equipment and record results.

Desirable Experience

Previous experience within metrology, quality inspection, testing, manufacturing, engineering or a laboratory environment would be advantageous.

Exposure to structured light scanning, CMM, XCT, tensile testing or other high-accuracy inspection equipment would be beneficial, as would experience reading engineering drawings and working with controlled processes involving quality, calibration or traceability.

What’s on Offer?

This is an opportunity to join an innovative advanced manufacturing environment, working with sophisticated inspection technology and complex engineered components.

The position offers excellent scope to develop your technical knowledge and build a longer-term career within Metrology, Quality and advanced manufacturing.

Permanent | Monday-Friday | On-site in Abingdon, Oxford | Competitive Salary