Metrology Engineer | $70/hr Remote

Crossing Hurdles; United States; Remote; GBP 41,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

Crossing Hurdles is seeking a Dimensional Metrology Quality Engineer on a contract basis. This remote role focuses on reviewing FAI reports, validating 3D scan data, and applying GD&T to ensure dimensional integrity.

You will perform scan-to-CAD comparisons, conduct CMM measurements and uncertainty analysis, and distinguish real part deviations from fixtures or alignment artefacts, delivering clear feedback to support FAI sign-off decisions.

Qualifications

• Experience with GD&T and FAI in manufacturing or quality environments.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and specifications.
• Experience producing or approving FAI reports with practical metrology knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate FAI reports from 3D scan data.
• Analyze scan-to-CAD deviations and sources of measurement differences.
• Set up and document datum structures, profiles, and position callouts per standards.
• Perform CMM measurements and uncertainty analysis for dimensional integrity.
• Differentiate part deviations from fixturing or alignment artefacts.
• Provide clear written and verbal feedback to support FAI sign-off decisions.

Skills

GD&T

FAI processes

3D scanning

inspection software

CMM techniques

uncertainty analysis

Tools

PolyWorks

GOM Inspect

Job description

Position: Dimensional Metrology Quality Engineer

Type: Contractor

Compensation: $40 - $70/hour

Location: Remote

Role Responsibilities

• Review and validate first-article inspection (FAI) reports derived from 3D scan data.
• Conduct detailed scan-to-CAD comparisons, analyzing measurement deviations and their sources.
• Set up, interpret, and document datum structures, profiles, and position callouts as per industry standards.
• Utilize CMM measurement techniques and perform uncertainty analysis for dimensional integrity.
• Differentiate between actual part deviations and artefacts caused by fixturing or alignment issues.
• Deliver clear, comprehensive written and verbal feedback to support decision-making on FAI sign-off.

Requirements

• Expertise in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and FAI processes within manufacturing or quality environments.
• Proficiency with 3D scanning devices and inspection software (e.g., PolyWorks, GOM Inspect, or similar).
• Strong background in CMM measurement techniques and uncertainty analysis.
• Proven ability to interpret engineering drawings, CAD models, and technical specifications.
• Experience producing or approving FAI reports backed by practical metrology knowledge.