Precision Calibration Engineer – Lab & Quality

AeroTechCareers; Bentfield; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroTechCareers is seeking a Calibration Engineer to perform precision calibration of mechanical and electrical instruments in a Stansted-area lab. You will maintain auditable records and ensure processes meet UKAS ISO/IEC 17025 standards.

The role involves mentoring trainees, contributing to procedure improvements, and supporting audits while upholding quality, safety, and environmental requirements. A technical engineering background and driving licence are preferred.

Qualifications

• Practical calibration experience in a laboratory or technical environment.
• Knowledge of UKAS ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation requirements and calibration certification processes.
• Understanding of calibration uncertainty budgets, principles, practices and theories.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate mechanical measuring equipment (micrometers, calipers, torque wrenches).
• Calibrate electrical equipment (multimeters, insulation testers, LCR meters).
• Repair and fault-finding to component level.
• Maintain calibration database and certificates and associated files.
• Provide on-the-job training and mentoring at all levels as required.
• Assist in development and improvement of inspection and calibration procedures.
• Participate in internal and external audits as required.
• Ensure compliance with quality, health, safety and environmental requirements.

Skills

Calibration experience

UKAS ISO/IEC 17025 knowledge

Uncertainty budgets

Documentation & records

Excel

Driving licence

Education

Degree

HND

HNC

NVQ/BTEC Level 3+

Job description

AeroTechCareers is seeking a Calibration Engineer to perform precision calibration of mechanical and electrical instruments in a Stansted-area lab. You will maintain auditable records and ensure processes meet UKAS ISO/IEC 17025 standards.

The role involves mentoring trainees, contributing to procedure improvements, and supporting audits while upholding quality, safety, and environmental requirements. A technical engineering background and driving licence are preferred.