Metrology Engineer & Lead Inspector - Technical Ownership

NextPlay Jobs; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NextPlay Jobs is seeking a Metrology Engineer / Lead Inspector in Blaine, MN to join the Quality and Inspection team. This role focuses on GD&T, dimensional inspection, and CMM programming while providing leadership to the inspection staff.

The ideal candidate will excel at solving complex measurement problems, develop inspection methods, and work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality to ensure product conformance and traceability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of metrology experience in precision manufacturing or regulated environment.
• Expert-level understanding of GD&T and dimensional inspection.
• Experience with CMM programming and measurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for GD&T and dimensional inspection.
• Lead, train, and develop Quality Inspectors and Technicians.
• Develop, program, and validate inspection methods using CMMs, vision systems, and metrology equipment.
• Interpret complex drawings, tolerances, and GD&T requirements.
• Improve inspection programs, methods, and fixtures.
• Perform Gage R&R and Measurement System Analysis.

Skills

GD&T

Dimensional inspection

CMM programming

Measurement systems

Leadership/mentoring

Tools

Mitutoyo/MCOSMOS

Vision inspection systems

Micro-Vu

Job description

NextPlay Jobs is seeking a Metrology Engineer / Lead Inspector in Blaine, MN to join the Quality and Inspection team. This role focuses on GD&T, dimensional inspection, and CMM programming while providing leadership to the inspection staff.

The ideal candidate will excel at solving complex measurement problems, develop inspection methods, and work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality to ensure product conformance and traceability.