Metrology Engineer: Precision Measurement & Validation

Daimler Truck; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 74,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

401(k) company match

4 weeks paid vacation

13+ holidays

8 weeks parental leave

Healthcare plans

Job summary

Daimler Truck North America, Detroit Powertrain Test Center, seeks a Metrology Engineer to support metrology activities for prototype powertrain components. You will help develop measurement methods, analyze data, and assist with calibration and maintenance of measurement equipment, collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.

The role emphasizes precision, repeatability, and documentation of results, with opportunities to grow technical expertise in measurement systems and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• 0–3 years of engineering, metrology, or quality experience.
• Knowledge of metrology, GD&T, dimensional inspection, and statistics.
• Basic CAD experience (Siemens NX, AutoCAD).

Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of engineering test methodologies, fixtures, and procedures using specialized measurement equipment.
• Collect, analyze, and document measurement data; prepare reports for engineering teams.
• Assist with calibration, maintenance, and verification of measurement equipment.
• Collaborate with product engineering, quality, and manufacturing to meet measurement requirements.
• Help create and maintain work instructions and procedures; follow safety and 5S principles.

Skills

Metrology knowledge

Data analysis

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Self-motivated learning

Scripting (Python/C++)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Master’s degree (ABET)

Tools

Siemens NX

AutoCAD

Job description

Daimler Truck North America, Detroit Powertrain Test Center, seeks a Metrology Engineer to support metrology activities for prototype powertrain components. You will help develop measurement methods, analyze data, and assist with calibration and maintenance of measurement equipment, collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.

The role emphasizes precision, repeatability, and documentation of results, with opportunities to grow technical expertise in measurement systems and