Senior Quality Engineer - Metrology

Spirax-Sarco Ltd.; Falmouth; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Generous holiday allowance

Three days’ paid volunteering leave

Group Inclusion Plan

Job summary

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, is seeking a Senior Quality Engineer - Metrology in Falmouth. You will lead surveillance testing, develop metrology methods, and drive data-driven improvements across measurement systems.

The role requires strong CMM programming skills (PC-DMIS/Calypso), a solid base in ISO 9001/13485 environments, and hands-on testing with a proactive, structured improvement mindset.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metrology, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (or equivalent).
• Experience in metrology, dimensional inspection, or measurement systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead surveillance testing programmes and drive improvements from data-led insights.
• Develop and validate metrology methods for dimensional, mechanical, and functional measurements.
• Own measurement system analysis (MSA) and ensure robust, compliant processes.
• Design and optimise CMM programmes for tight-tolerance components.
• Create test protocols and procedures ensuring regulatory/quality compliance.
• Conduct hands-on testing and produce evidence-based reports.
• Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing and Quality teams to support audits.

Skills

Metrology

CMM programming

ISO 9001/13485

MSA & capability studies

Data analysis

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering/Metrology/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

PC-DMIS

Calypso

Job description

Job Title: Senior Quality Engineer - Metrology
Location: Falmouth, Cornwall
Location Type: On-Site
Website: https://www.wmfts.com/en/
Group: https://www.spiraxgroup.com/

Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions is part of SpiraxGroup, a FTSE100 and FTSE4Good multi-national industrial engineering Groupwith expertise in the control and management of steam, electric thermalsolutions, peristaltic pumping and associated fluid technologies.
When you join us, you will be integrated into a cooperative and encouragingteam, participate in challenging yet critical work, and experience ongoinggrowth opportunities to help you achieve yourfull potential. Visit ourwebsite to learn more.

Key Responsibilities

In this pivotal role, you will

• 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

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on combining precision engineering, data analysis, and practical problem-solving, while influencing product performance and reliability at every stage of the lifecycle.

Skills/Experience

We’re seeking a candidate who brings both strong technical expertise and a proactive, improvement‑focused mindset:

Essential

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

Desirable

Experience working with pumps, tubing, or fluid‑handling systems

You’ll also bring

Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
A hands‑on approach with testing equipment and measurement systems
Excellent technical writing and documentation skills
Confidence presenting complex data to stakeholders and auditors
A proactive, structured approach with the ability to drive continuous improvement independently

At Watson-Marlow, we believe in takingcare of our colleagues. We offer a generous benefits package,including:

• A competitive salary
• Flexible working arrangements
• A generous holiday allowance
• Three days’ paid volunteering leave
• Additional support and benefits through our Everyone is Included GroupInclusion Plan

Everyone is Included at Spirax Group

We are passionate about creating inclusive andequitable working cultures where everyone can be themselves and achieve theirfull potential. For us, that means supportive teams and strong relationshipswhere everyone’s contribution is valued - across social and culturalbackgrounds, ethnicities, ages, genders, gender identities, abilities,neurodiversity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, and everything elsethat makes us human and unique.
We want everyone to be able to make their difference here, so we willalways consider requests for flexible working.
We know that everyone needs some extra help from time to time too, so wehave introduced a range of additional benefits through our Group InclusionCommitments. These include

• Gender-neutral parental leave
• 15 days of extra paid caregiver leave
• Paid time off and support for anyone experiencing pregnancy loss ordomestic abuse
• Menopause-f riendly workplace principles and more

Learn more at spiraxgroup.com/inclusion.

We are also a Disability Confident Committed Employer. Ifyou would like to apply using this scheme, please select this option in ourapplication form.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusiveand diverse workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds toapply.
If you require accommodations during the application process, please let usknow.

Company Overview

At Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Solutions, part of Spirax Group, we aredriven by innovation and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplacewhere everyone is empowered to make a difference. As a world leader in manufacturing peristaltic pumps and associated fluid path technologies forthe life sciences and process industries, we offer a wide range of products,including tubing, specialised filling systems and products for single-useapplications.
Our shared Purpose is to create sustainable value for all our stakeholdersas we engineer a more efficient, safer and sustainable world. Ourtechnologies play an essential role in critical industrial processes andindustrial equipment across industries as diverse as Food & Beverage,Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology, Power Generation, Semiconductors andHealthcare. With customers in 116 countries, we provide the solutions thatsit behind the production of many items used in daily life, from baked beansto mobile phones!
Our inclusive culture and Values, unites us, guides our decisions andinspires us everywhere that we operate. We support our colleagues to maketheir difference for each other as well as customers, communities, suppliers,our planet and shareholders by creating a truly equitable working environmentwhere everyone feels included.