Senior Metrology Quality Engineer - Precision & Data

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions; Falmouth; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Holiday allowance

Volunteer leave

Job summary

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, seeks a Senior Quality Engineer - Metrology in Falmouth. You will lead surveillance testing, develop metrology methods, and own MSA for robust measurement processes across complex components.

You will collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing and Quality teams to resolve technical challenges and support audits while driving continuous improvement in product performance.

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in Mechanical Engineering, Metrology, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field AND/OR Significant experience in metrology, dimensional inspection, or measurement systems engineering
• Proven ability in CMM programming (e.g. PC-DMIS, Calypso or similar)
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 / ISO 13485 within regulated manufacturing environments
• Experience developing technical procedures, inspection plans, and test protocols
• Expertise in statistical analysis, MSA, and capability studies

Responsibilities

• Lead surveillance testing programmes, analysing product performance, identifying risks, and driving improvements through data-led insights
• Develop and validate metrology methods across dimensional, mechanical, and functional measurements
• Take ownership of measurement system analysis (MSA), ensuring robust, accurate and compliant measurement processes
• Design and optimise CMM programmes for complex, tight-tolerance components
• Create and implement test protocols and technical procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards
• Conduct hands‑on testing and inspection, producing clear, evidence-based reports
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Manufacturing and Quality teams to resolve technical challenges and support audits

Skills

CMM programming

MSA & statistics

Metrology expertise

Inspection procedures

ISO 9001/13485 knowledge

Education

Mechanical Engineering or Metrology degree

Tools

PC-DMIS

Calypso

Job description

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, seeks a Senior Quality Engineer - Metrology in Falmouth. You will lead surveillance testing, develop metrology methods, and own MSA for robust measurement processes across complex components.

You will collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing and Quality teams to resolve technical challenges and support audits while driving continuous improvement in product performance.