Lead Calibration Technician

Asplundh Electrical Testing; Foxborough (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Asplundh Electrical Testing (AET) in Foxborough, MA seeks a Lead Calibration Technician to lead a team of calibration professionals, ensuring traceability to NIST and ISO standards while driving process improvements.

You will perform calibrations, develop procedures, manage Fluke tools, mentor technicians, support audits, and engage with customers to ensure high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Degree in Metrology, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of hands-on calibration experience with traceability.
• Experience calibrating and troubleshooting a broad range of test and measurement equipment as listed.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-lab and on-site calibrations with full traceability to NIST or equivalent standards.
• Develop and validate calibration procedures and uncertainty budgets.
• Manage Fluke MET/CAL, MET/TEAM, and Fluke Customer Portal for calibration records.
• Analyze calibration data for trends and corrective actions.
• Oversee external calibration vendors and maintain environmental tolerances.
• Lead root-cause investigations and implement CAPA.
• Prepare performance reports using Crystal Reports and Excel.
• Support audits with evidence of traceability and compliance.
• Train and mentor calibration technicians.
• Act as technical liaison for customer inquiries and provide guidance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Calibration

Data analysis

Problem solving

Customer engagement

Education

Metrology degree

Engineering degree

Tools

Fluke MET/CAL

MET/TEAM

Fluke Editor

Crystal Reports

Excel macros

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Description

Join a high-performance team at Asplundh Electrical Testing (AET) – a NETA-certified leader in electrical testing—where precision, compliance, and innovation drive everything we do. As a Lead Calibration Technician, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and traceability of all measurement systems while mentoring a skilled team. This position blends hands‑on technical expertise with leadership in process optimization, customer engagement, and continuous improvement. If you are a metrology professional passionate about technical mastery and quality excellence, this is your opportunity to lead and make an impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and verify in‑lab and on‑site calibrations for electrical, mechanical, and thermal instruments with full traceability to NIST or equivalent standards.
• Develop and validate calibration procedures and uncertainty budgets using Fluke Editor and manufacturer specifications in alignment with ISO/IEC 17025 and ANSI/NCSL Z540.
• Manage Fluke MET/CAL, MET/TEAM, and Fluke Customer Portal for accurate calibration records and data integrity.
• Analyze calibration data for trends and recommend corrective actions to improve accuracy and turnaround time.
• Oversee external calibration vendors, ensuring compliance with tolerances and environmental conditions.
• Lead root‑cause investigations and implement CAPA for calibration‑related nonconformances.
• Prepare detailed performance reports using Crystal Reports and advanced Excel tools.
• Support internal and external audits, presenting evidence of traceability and compliance.
• Train and mentor calibration technicians, fostering technical growth and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Act as a technical liaison for customer inquiries and provide expert guidance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput and customer satisfaction.

Education & Experience

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Metrology, Electronics, Instrumentation, or Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).
• 3–5 years of hands‑on calibration experience with demonstrated proficiency in electrical measurement principles, uncertainty analysis, and traceability systems.
• Proven experience calibrating and troubleshooting a broad range of test and measurement equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, pressure gauges, high‑voltage probes, temperature sensors, transducers, environmental chambers, power supplies, multiproduct calibrators, hipots, DLROs, micro‑ohmmeters, carrier equipment, and insulated poles.
• Leadership or team coordination experience preferred.

Technical Proficiency

• Advanced user of Fluke MET/CAL, MET/TEAM, and Fluke Editor.
• Skilled in data analysis and reporting using Crystal Reports and Excel (macros, pivot tables).
• Understanding of measurement uncertainty, calibration intervals, and tolerance determination.
• Proficient with Microsoft Teams and collaborative digital tools.

Certifications

• ASQ Certified Calibration Technician (CCT)
• OSHA 10/30 certification (company-sponsored certification programs available).

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance starting on day 1 of employment
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays

Work Environment

• Office and on‑site settings; travel required.
• Requires standing for extended periods, operating precision instruments, and lifting moderate weights.
• Collaborative, safety‑first culture.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e‑Verify all newly hired employees.

All job offers are subject to pre‑employment drug screening and a background check. Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.