Senior Technician - Metrology Job Details | JLR

Jaguar Land Rover; Coventry; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer is seeking a Senior Technician - Metrology in Coventry. The role involves measurement of automotive components, supporting quality assurance processes, and delivering exceptional engineering support. Ideal candidates will have experience with portable measuring equipment and CMM programming. The position offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Discounted car purchase

52 week maternity leave

4 week paternity leave

Competitive pension

Performance-related bonus

Employee learning scheme

Life Assurance and Income Protection

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Experience with programming CMMs using PC-DMIS, Calypso, or Quindos.
• Ability to proficiently read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Understanding automotive systems and practices.

Responsibilities

• Measurement of various automotive components.
• Daily operations support within the Metrology laboratory.
• Creation of measurement reports.

Skills

Portable measuring equipment proficiency

CMM programming experience

Reading engineering drawings (GD&T)

Computer literate (Excel, PowerPoint)

Tools

PC-DMIS

Quindos

Romer

Leica Tracker

GOM

Polyworks

Job description

REQ ID: 128881
JOB TITLE: Senior Technician - Metrology
SALARY: £47,441
POSTING START DATE: 11/08/2025
POSTING END DATE: 25/08/2025
LOCATION: Coventry

Product Engineering at JLR is centred on innovation and creativity. From advanced driver assistance systems to developing the future of electric propulsion, the opportunities to create exceptional experiences for the future of motoring are wide-ranging. You'll work alongside industry experts to drive product strategy, manage programs, analyse performance, and lead transformation initiatives. Exceptional careers that bring world-renowned vehicles to life start here.

This is a great opportunity to work in a quality-focused team, within a state-of-the-art Metrology Laboratory & Remote measurement team based at Whitley. The role of Senior Metrology Technician sits within the Powertrain Metrology team which is part of Engineering Operations – Powertrain Build & Test (EO-10). The Metrology Team’s function is to support Product Engineering in their objective of creating world class quality vehicles, this is done by providing a world class Metrology service.

WHAT TO EXPECT

The successful applicant will be required to work in the Metrology laboratory & remotely at JLR sites based on business needs. They will join a multi-skilled team of Engineers and Metrology Technicians in delivering the following:

• Measurement of a multitude of Automotive components using specified measurement equipment
• Daily activities to support operation of the Metrology laboratory
• Producing comprehensive measurement reports
• Supporting verification activities such as internal MSA, SPC using QDAS
• Technical support to customers, including supporting problem investigations on dimensional equipment in areas outside the lab
• Creation of process / procedures
• Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested from time to time

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Along with your ambition to achieve the exceptional, there are several skills that you’ll need to have to help you succeed here, including:

• Proficient in portable measuring equipment i.e. Romer, Leica Tracker, GOM, Polyworks
• Experience in programming CMMs using PC-DMIS, Calypso or Quindos
• Programming surface texture measurement machines – Desirable
• First principal measuring equipment (Micrometres, verniers, height gauge etc)
• Can proficiently read and interpret engineering drawings (GD&T)
• Computer literate i.e. Excel, PowerPoint & other Microsoft applications
• Understanding or familiarity with automotive systems, practices and procedures (ISO/IATF 16949, ISO 17025, etc.)

BENEFITS

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect a wide range of benefits:

• Discounted car purchase (open to family members, too)
• A 52 week maternity leave policy and a 4 week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available
• A competitive pension
• A JLR company performance-related bonus
• An employee learning scheme providing funding for; education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning
• Access to open, employee-led support and social networks
• Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection policies
• Flexible working*
  
  

*Flexible working is offered for specific roles dependant on responsibilities. Please speak to the hiring team for details

Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work. Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs.

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

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