Remote Electrical Calibration Assessor (Contractor)

United Kingdom Accreditation Service; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 129,000; Part time

Job summary

United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) is expanding its network of independent Electrical Calibration Technical Assessors. This remote contractor role involves evaluating conformity assessment bodies against ISO/IEC 17025, UKAS requirements, and related guidance, with occasional on-site or witnessed assessments.

The assessor will review calibration methods, measurement uncertainty, quality management systems and technical controls across DC, RF, time and frequency, and other calibration

Qualifications

• Must have extensive hands-on experience in electrical calibration and related disciplines.
• Ability to evaluate calibration methods, measurement limitations and applicable guidance.
• Experience overseeing procedures, equipment, personnel competence and technical records.
• Strong ability to review technical documentation and evidence critically.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct conformity assessments of calibration bodies including desk reviews and on-site or witnessed assessments.
• Evaluate calibration activities across DC, RF, time and frequency, and related domains against ISO/IEC 17025 and UKAS guidance.
• Produce clear, concise reports with sound technical judgement and impartial conclusions.
• Identify conflicts of interest and manage assessment activities in line with UKAS policies.

Skills

Electrical calibration expertise

Hands-on experience

Measurement uncertainty evaluation

Quality management systems

Technical reporting and judgement

Technical documentation review

Education

Higher education in electrical/electronic/mechanical engineering

Incorporated Engineer status

Science degree in a relevant discipline

Job description

United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) is expanding its network of independent Electrical Calibration Technical Assessors. This remote contractor role involves evaluating conformity assessment bodies against ISO/IEC 17025, UKAS requirements, and related guidance, with occasional on-site or witnessed assessments.

The assessor will review calibration methods, measurement uncertainty, quality management systems and technical controls across DC, RF, time and frequency, and other calibration