Metrology Engineer

DivIHN Integration Inc; Harrodsburg (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DivIHN Integration Inc is seeking a Metrology Lead to drive cross-functional transfer from R&D to production, developing gauges and test methods for robust metrology solutions.

You will collaborate with QA, engineering, manufacturing, software and controls teams to implement measurement strategies, qualification plans, and production readiness, while delivering continuous improvement across sites.

Qualifications

• BS or higher in Metrology or related field; master preferred.
• Strong knowledge of metrology, gauge qualification and data uncertainty.
• Experience with MSA and measurement system analysis.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Familiarity with MATLAB and Python; experience with machine vision is a plus.
• Test lab or glass defects inspection system experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead metrology tech transfer from R&D to production lines.
• Develop gauges, system qualification, deployment and production release.
• Collaborate with QA, engineering, manufacturing, software and controls teams.
• Develop metrology strategies: gauges capability, capacity, lead time, cost.
• Survey, deploy, qualify new gauges and measurement systems for test requirements.
• Design and validate new test methods and fixtures for metrology systems.
• Develop data reporting, traceability and analytics; build operator interfaces.
• Document gauges engineering and operation instructions; summarize reports.
• Train users and provide technical support for deployed systems.
• Lead 2nd-level troubleshooting, root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Metrology governance: gauge alignment, MS A across plants and partners.

Skills

Metrology knowledge

MSA

Statistics

Data analysis

MATLAB

Python

Machine vision (plus)

Lab/test experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Metrology/Optics/Engineering

Master preferred

Tools

MS Office

Minitab

Origin

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position. Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered.

5% Domestic travel depending on projects stage and schedule to Corning, NY

40 hrs/week, expected to work hours required to successfully deliver project and support requirements.

Job Description:

• As part of the Division Quality - Metrology group, to lead metrology tech transfer from R&D to production lines, and provide leadership in problem solving and technical expertise in metrology area.
• Lead metrology projects from concept through implementation to support R&D-to-manufacturing transfer and production readiness, including metrology planning, gauge development, system qualification, deployment, and production release.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including QA, engineering, manufacturing, software and controls teams to implement robust measurement solutions.
• Develop metrology strategies in terms of gauges capability, capacity, lead time, and cost evaluation, etc.
• Survey, develop, deploy and qualify new capable gauges, and measurement systems to meet the new test requirements relating to critical product characteristics including glass defects, glass size, weight, reliability, optical performance, mechanical characteristics, and other critical product attributes.
• Design, improve, and validate new test methods using existing metrology systems. Support the design and development of fixtures and tools used in metrology systems.
• Develop measurement data reporting, traceability, usability, data analysis applications when deploying new gauges or new test methods and continue improvement afterwards. Partner with controls and software engineers to develop operator interfaces, data collection systems, and databases that support effective use of measurement systems.
• Documentations on gauges’ engineering or operational work instructions; summarize measurement systems development and qualification reports.
• Train users and provide technical support for deployed metrology systems.
• Provide metrology technical leadership in 2nd-level troubleshooting metrology issues, performing root cause analysis, and implementing sustainable corrective actions for plant gauges.
• Metrology governance - Lead and drive gauge alignment, and metrology standardization including MSA across internal plants, contract manufacturers, and customer sites as needed.
• Evaluate current gauge capability and drive continuous improvement, governance, and long-term metrology capability development

Education Required:

• BS or Higher; Master is preferred. majors in Metrology, Precise Instruments, Optics, Machine Vision, Physics, Materials and Science, Automation and Mechanical Engineering, related

Required skills:

• Knowledge of metrology – calibration traceability, data uncertainty, gauge qualification types, etc.
• Knowledge of MSA
• Familiar with MS Office tools
• Familiar with Minitab/ Origin
• Familiar with MATLAB/ Python
• Basic statistics and reporting capability
• Familiar with Machine Vision is a plus
• Working experience in a test lab or glass defects inspection system development is a plus

Interview Process:

2 interviews (Screening & Technical)