Metrology Technician

Nelson Connects; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 100,289,000 - 128,943,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Connects is seeking a Metrology Technician to join our Shop Team in Oakland, CA. You will program and operate CMMs, optical measurement systems, and 3D scanners to verify parts against GD&T requirements and drawings, while developing fixturing and datum strategies for repeatable, accurate measurements.

You will support manufacturing and engineering by providing timely, actionable inspection data, performing first article and dimensional inspections, and contributing to calibration

Qualifications

• Experience operating and programming CMMs and 3D scanners per GD&T requirements.
• Ability to develop fixturing and datum strategies for repeatable measurements.
• Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings and conducting inspections.
• Strong attention to detail and communication of measurement results.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate CMMs, optical measurement systems, and 3D scanners to inspect parts.
• Develop fixturing and datum strategies for accuracy.
• Respond to inspection requests and communicate results clearly.
• Perform first article and dimensional inspections and generate reports.
• Maintain calibration schedules and monitor instrument condition.
• Conduct gage R&R studies to evaluate accuracy.
• Identify dimensional issues and collaborate with machinists and engineers.
• Follow safety, training, and shop standards.
• Provide timely measurement data to manufacturing and engineering.

Skills

CMMs

GD&T

3D scanning

Optical measurement

Measurement uncertainty

Data reporting

Fixturing design

Gage R&R

Calibration

Inspection planning

Tools

CMM software

Scan-to-CAD workflows

Job description

Metrology Technician — Shop Team

You are a highly skilled and detail-oriented Metrology Technician with hands-on experience operating and programming CMMs, optical measurement systems, and 3D scanners. You have strong knowledge of GD&T, engineering drawings, fixturing, measurement techniques, calibration, and measurement uncertainty. You take pride in producing accurate, repeatable measurements and understand how inspection data supports both manufacturing and engineering teams.

This position pays:$35–$45 per hour

What you will be doing

• Program and operate CMMs, optical measurement systems, and 3D scanners to inspect parts against drawings and GD&T requirements.
• Develop fixturing and datum strategies to ensure accurate and repeatable measurements.
• Respond to inspection requests from research and production teams and communicate results clearly and effectively.
• Perform first article inspections, dimensional inspections, and generate inspection reports and scan data.
• Maintain calibration schedules and monitor instrument condition, escalating equipment issues or measurement concerns as needed.
• Conduct gage R&R and repeatability studies to evaluate measurement accuracy and uncertainty.
• Identify when dimensional issues may indicate a manufacturing process problem and collaborate with machinists and process engineers to determine root causes.
• Follow and reinforce safety, training, equipment check-in/check-out, and shop standards.
• Support manufacturing and engineering teams by providing accurate, timely, and actionable measurement data.

What you bring

• Hands-on experience operating and programming CMMs, including fixturing, probing strategies, and alignment.
• Strong understanding of GD&T and engineering drawing interpretation.
• Experience with 3D scanning and optical measurement, including scan-to-CAD comparison workflows.
• Working knowledge of calibration, measurement traceability, and measurement uncertainty.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to distinguish actual part deviations from measurement artifacts.
• A service-oriented approach with the ability to prioritize and respond to requests from multiple teams.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• A commitment to accuracy, quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to identify and raise concerns when a part, process, or measurement does not meet requirements.

For over 50 years, Nelson Connects has empowered employers and job seekers to achieve their unique versions of success. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and innovation has made us a trusted partner in connecting jobs, people, and communities. The remarkably talented and dedicated people of Nelson Connects are building on the rich history of this company to define the future of our industry, and we can’t wait to work with you.

We are Nelson Connects, and our purpose is your success.