Metrology Analyst

BMW Group; Woodruff (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vis

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company matching

Retirement Income Account

Life insurance

BMW Associates Assistance Program

Medical Flexible Spending Account

Company vehicle program

Job summary

BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC in Upstate South Carolina seeks a metrology specialist to deliver precise measurement data and support root cause analysis. You will determine measurement methods, analyze data, and collaborate on solutions for vehicle and process evaluations using CMM, optical systems, and 3D scanning.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in tactile/optical metrology, CAD (CATIA), and metrology software.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Engineering or related technical discipline OR AA/AS in a technical field with 2 years of experience.
• 2+ years of tactile and/or optical metrology equipment experience in manufacturing.
• 1+ years reading blueprints, drawings, or measurement plans.
• 1+ years of CAD experience (CATIA preferred).
• 1+ years of metrology software experience (Polyworks, Calypso, Zeiss Inspect).
• 3+ years of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Access).
• 2+ years knowledge of Body, Assembly, Quality, or Battery processes (preferred).
• 2+ years of problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Delivers accurate measurement data to the customer within established time requirements.
• Determines the necessary setup and measurement method for investigations.
• Analyzes data and provides accurate data to support root cause analysis.
• Collaborates on metrology solutions for single part measurements and vehicle-level evaluations.
• Supports testing equipment standards (CMM, Laser Tracking, 3D Scanning).
• Executes measurement plans using relevant software/equipment.
• Collaborates with planning, maintenance, calibration, and operation of equipment.
• Represents metrology results for Plant Spartanburg on launch teams.
• Collaborates with PMP, 8D, and cross-functional teams; benchmarks with BMW plants.
• Understands VPS principles and Standard Work; Problem Solving.
• Adheres to 5S and Safety Standards; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Tactile metrology

Optical metrology

CATIA CAD

Metrology software

Blueprint reading

3D alignment

Problem solving

MS Office

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

BA/BS in Engineering

AA/AS in technical field

GD&T certificate (preferred)

Tools

Polyworks

Calypso

Zeiss Inspect (GOM)

Job description

Description:

• Delivers accurate measurement data to the customer within established time requirements.
• Determines the necessary set-up and measurement method for investigations.
• Analyzes data provided to customers and provides accurate data to customer to support root cause analysis of issues.
• Collaborates on solutions to complex metrology problems for single part measurements, total vehicle, cubing evaluations, and/or process and dimensional investigations.
• Supports with adhering to BMW Group standards for testing equipment (CMM, Laser Tracking, 3D Scanning) and testing methods, if applicable.
• Executes measurement plans using relevant software/measurement equipment.
• Collaborates with planning, maintenance, calibration, and operation of all equipment in the assigned area, if applicable.
• Represents metrology results for Plant Spartanburg in launch teams.
• Collaborates with process partners on Plant-wide PMP (Problem-Management Process), 8D, and cross-functional teams. Executes benchmarking with BMW Group Plants and implements best practices.
• Understands and models VPS (Value Added Production System) Principles and concepts of Standard Work and Problem Solving.
• Adheres to 5S and Safety Standards and Principles.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in Engineering or related technical discipline OR AA/AS degree in a technical field AND 2 years of professional manufacturing experience in quality or product design OR The equivalent of 4 years of professional manufacturing experience in quality or product design.
• 2+ years of professional tactile and/or optical metrology equipment experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 1+ years of experience reading blueprints, drawings, and/or measurement plans.
• 1+ years of CAD experience (CATIA preferred).
• 1+ years of metrology software experience (Polyworks, Calypso, and/or Zeiss Inspect (GOM) preferred).
• Valid Driver's License (preferred)
• Metrology or GD&T professional certificate (preferred)
• 3+ years of MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Access).
• 3+ years of professional communication skills (written, verbal and presentation).
• 2+ years knowledge of Body, Assembly, Quality, or Battery processes (preferred).
• 2+ years knowledge of 3D alignment (preferred).
• 2+ years of problem-solving skills.
• 2+ years knowledge of developing, understanding, and applying 3D alignment schemes.
• 2+ years of tactile and optical measurement equipment skills.
• 1+ years of automated measurement programming skills (preferred).
• 1+ years of mechanical skills in a virtual and hands-on environment.
• 1+ years of leadership skills.

Legal Entity:

BMW Manufacturing Co., LLC

Job Field:

Quality Control/Assurance

BMW Manufacturing is a leader in innovations and excellence. Come be a part of the extraordinary advanced manufacturing team where new technologies and ideas are constantly being discovered and implemented.

BMW Manufacturing is proud to be located in Upstate, South Carolina at the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains, providing the perfect mix of exciting city life and the great outdoors, or simply a great environment in which to raise a family.

In addition to offering a stimulating work environment and a great place to live, BMW Associates have access to an exceptional range of benefits. Our comprehensive benefits program includes:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with company matching contribution
• Retirement Income Account
• Life insurance
• BMW Associates Assistance Program
• Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company vehicle program

BMW Manufacturing Company is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of BMW MC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified persons regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.