Senior Metrology Technician - CMM & Optics (2nd Shift)

Gm Performance Power Units; Saffron Walden; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

GM Performance Power Units seeks a 2nd Shift Quality Technician to lead advanced dimensional inspection using tactile and optical systems. You will develop programs, optimize inspection strategies from CAD, and mentor junior technicians in a fast-paced motorsport environment.

The role requires GD&T expertise, CMM experience, and hands-on metrology skills, with a focus on accuracy, repeatability, and process improvement in an onsite setting.

Qualifications

• Hands-on metrology or quality inspection experience.
• Experience with tactile CMMs and optical systems.
• GD&T knowledge and ability to read complex drawings.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute complex inspections using CMMs and optical systems.
• Develop and validate inspection programs from CAD models and drawings.
• Interpret GD&T requirements and advise engineering on feasibility.
• Lead investigations of dimensional nonconformances and support root cause analysis.
• Train and mentor junior technicians in equipment use and inspection methods.
• Collaborate with Quality Engineers to improve inspection strategies and workflows.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives in metrology and accuracy.
• Ensure inspection activities comply with internal QMS and FIA regulations.

Skills

Metrology experience

CMM experience

GD&T knowledge

Optical inspection

Problem solving

Education

Apprenticeship or technical diploma

Tools

Zeiss Calypso

Job description

GM Performance Power Units seeks a 2nd Shift Quality Technician to lead advanced dimensional inspection using tactile and optical systems. You will develop programs, optimize inspection strategies from CAD, and mentor junior technicians in a fast-paced motorsport environment.

The role requires GD&T expertise, CMM experience, and hands-on metrology skills, with a focus on accuracy, repeatability, and process improvement in an onsite setting.