Metrology Engineer

Saronic Technologies; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Time Off (PTO & Holidays)

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary

401(k) with company match

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Free lunch and snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies is seeking a Metrology Engineer to develop dimensional inspection programs (CMM, 3D scanning) and to own tooling and fixtures across their lifecycle. You will work with Engineering, R&D, and Quality to ensure accurate measurements and controlled tooling for production.

Requirements include hands-on CMM/3D scanning programming, GD&T proficiency, and tooling lifecycle understanding. Austin, TX-based role with engineering-driven focus and opportunities for process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field preferred, but not required.
• Hands-on experience programming CMMs and/or 3D scanning systems (PC-DMIS, Calypso, Polyworks, or similar).
• Strong proficiency interpreting CAD models, engineering drawings, and GD&T.
• Experience with MSA/Gage R&R and dimensional data analysis.
• Experience designing, specifying, or managing tooling and fixtures.
• Familiarity with tooling lifecycle control, including tracking, surveillance, calibration/requalification, and release processes.
• Understanding of configuration management, revision control, and quality documentation practices.
• Knowledge of vehicle systems and assemblies is preferred.
• Ability to generate clear, detailed inspection and engineering reports.
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and maintain dimensional inspection programs (CMM, 3D scanning, and related metrology systems) to support production.
• Create and optimize inspection routines and measurement strategies from CAD models, engineering drawings, and GD&T requirements.
• Support the Lead Metrology Inspector and inspection team by supplying production-ready inspection programs and measurement methods.
• Fulfill special measurement and inspection requests from Engineering and R&D, including prototype, first-off, and investigative studies.
• Perform measurement system analysis (MSA/Gage R&R) and drive measurement uncertainty and repeatability improvements.
• Analyze measurement data, generate inspection reports, and communicate dimensional deviations and nonconformances.
• Serve as the Tooling Engineer responsible for engineered tooling and fixtures across their full lifecycle.
• Track and maintain the tooling and fixture inventory, including identification, status, location, and configuration control.
• Conduct surveillance of tooling and fixtures, including periodic verification, condition monitoring, and calibration/requalification scheduling.
• Manage the controlled release of engineered tooling and fixtures to production, ensuring validation and documentation are complete before use.
• Maintain tooling and fixture documentation, revision history, and records in accordance with quality and configuration-management requirements.
• Coordinate design, procurement, build, and rework of tooling and fixtures with Engineering, R&D, and suppliers.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering, R&D, and Production to resolve dimensional and tooling issues.
• Ensure compliance with internal quality procedures, metrology standards, and tooling control requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement in inspection programming, measurement accuracy, and tooling reliability.

Skills

CMM programming

3D scanning

GD&T interpretation

MSA/Gage R&R

tooling lifecycle management

configuration management

quality documentation

cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

PC-DMIS

Calypso

PolyWorks

Job description

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.

Position Overview

The Metrology Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining dimensional inspection programs that support production, and for serving as the organization's Tooling Engineer with ownership of engineered tooling and fixtures throughout their lifecycle. In the metrology capacity, this role creates and refines inspection programs for production and fulfills special measurement requests from Engineering and R&D. In the tooling capacity, this role is accountable for the tracking, surveillance, and controlled release of engineered tooling and fixtures. Working in partnership with the Lead Metrology Inspector, Quality, Engineering, and R&D, the position ensures that measurement systems and tooling are accurate, capable, controlled, and ready to support manufacturing. Success requires strong metrology and programming expertise, sound engineering judgment, and disciplined configuration and lifecycle management of tooling assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and maintain dimensional inspection programs (CMM, 3D scanning, and related metrology systems) to support production
• Create and optimize inspection routines and measurement strategies from CAD models, engineering drawings, and GD&T requirements
• Support the Lead Metrology Inspector and inspection team by supplying production-ready inspection programs and measurement methods
• Fulfill special measurement and inspection requests from Engineering and R&D, including prototype, first-off, and investigative studies
• Perform measurement system analysis (MSA/Gage R&R) and drive measurement uncertainty and repeatability improvements
• Analyze measurement data, generate inspection reports, and communicate dimensional deviations and nonconformances
• Serve as the Tooling Engineer responsible for engineered tooling and fixtures across their full lifecycle
• Track and maintain the tooling and fixture inventory, including identification, status, location, and configuration control
• Conduct surveillance of tooling and fixtures, including periodic verification, condition monitoring, and calibration/requalification scheduling
• Manage the controlled release of engineered tooling and fixtures to production, ensuring validation and documentation are complete before use
• Maintain tooling and fixture documentation, revision history, and records in accordance with quality and configuration-management requirements
• Coordinate design, procurement, build, and rework of tooling and fixtures with Engineering, R&D, and suppliers
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering, R&D, and Production to resolve dimensional and tooling issues
• Ensure compliance with internal quality procedures, metrology standards, and tooling control requirements
• Drive continuous improvement in inspection programming, measurement accuracy, and tooling reliability

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field preferred, but not required
• Hands-on experience programming CMMs and/or 3D scanning systems (e.g., PC-DMIS, Calypso, Polyworks, or similar)
• Strong proficiency interpreting CAD models, engineering drawings, and GD&T
• Experience with measurement system analysis (MSA/Gage R&R) and dimensional data analysis
• Experience designing, specifying, or managing tooling and fixtures
• Familiarity with tooling lifecycle control, including tracking, surveillance, calibration/requalification, and release processes
• Understanding of configuration management, revision control, and quality documentation practices
• Knowledge of vehicle systems and assemblies is preferred
• Ability to generate clear, detailed inspection and engineering reports
• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Occasional standing and walking within the office
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages)

Benefits

Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services

Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents

Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care

Saronic pays 100% of the premium under the basic plan for employees and 80% for dependents

Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays

Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents

Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses

Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match

Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company’s success

Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage

Pet Insurance: Discounted pet insurance options including 24/7 Telehealth helpline

Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

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