Quality Metrology Engineer

Flex; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Flex is seeking a Quality Metrology Engineer in Austin to develop measurement methods and validate production inspections. You will work with metrology tools, CMM software, and CAD models to interpret dimensional requirements and ensure product quality, collaborating with engineering and manufacturing teams.

Daily tasks include creating inspection programs, applying statistical methods, and supporting MSA. A growth mindset and automation skills are valued in this on-site role at our Austin site.

Qualifications

• Experience with Metrology.
• Apply ASME Y14.5 and ISO GPS principles to interpret, evaluate, and communicate dimensional requirements.
• Utilize 2D and 3D CAD systems (SolidWorks, NX, Creo, MBD) to design, interpret and collaborate.
• Perform accurate measurements using dial indicators, calipers, micrometers, etc., and assess results.
• Leverage understanding of manufacturing processes to anticipate variability.
• Develop, execute, and maintain inspection programs using CMM software platforms (DMIS, PC-DMIS, Calypso, Metrologic, Modus, Micro-VU, GOM, Geomagic).
• Collaborate effectively with engineering and manufacturing.
• May create and maintain custom data-processing and automation tools (Python, JavaScript, Java, SQL).
• Apply basic statistical methods to measurement data for uncertainty, trends, and decision-making.
• Support MSA concepts to ensure reliable measurement systems.
• Continuously identify opportunities to optimize processes, reduce waste, and improve productivity.
• Value clarity in programs, design, documentation and reports; enjoy solving technical problems; growth mindset; automate repetitive tasks.

Responsibilities

• Develop test methods and procedures to determine dimensional features of products.
• Validate and perform inspections of products from manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Measure with manual tools and assess results for validity and repeatability.
• Develop, execute, and maintain CMM-based inspection programs.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing to ensure quality.
• Identify opportunities to optimize processes and reduce waste while balancing rigor and time.

Skills

Metrology

ASME Y14.5 / ISO GPS

CAD (SolidWorks)

CAD (NX)

CAD (Creo)

MBD

CMM software

Python

JavaScript

Java

SQL

Statistics

MSA

Tools

DMIS

PC-DMIS

Calypso

Metrologic

Modus

Micro-VU

GOM

Geomagic

Job description

Summary

The "Quality Metrology Engineer" will be based in Austin Research Blvd, Texas reporting to Igor Besic.

What a typical day looks like

Responsible for the development of test methods and procedures needed to determine the dimensional features of products, validation and production inspections of all products produced from manufacturing and assembly processes.

The experience we're looking to add to our team

• Experience with Metrology.
• Apply fundamental ASME Y14.5 and/or ISO GPS principles to interpret, evaluate, and communicate dimensional and geometric requirements accurately.
• Utilize 2D and 3D CAD systems (e.g., SolidWorks, NX, Creo, MBD) to design, interpret and collaborat
• Perform accurate measurements using manual inspection tools (dial indicators, calipers, micrometers, etc.) and assess measurement results for validity and repeatability.
• Leverage understanding of manufacturing processes and common manufacturing defects to anticipate variability,
• Develop, execute, and maintain inspection programs using CMM software platforms (e.g., DMIS, PC-DMIS, Calypso, Metrologic, Modus, Micro-VU, GOM, Geomagic).
• Be effectively with engineering and manufacturing.
• May create and maintain custom data-processing and automation tools (Python, JavaScript, Java, SQL, etc.) to enhance data analysis, reporting, and workflow efficiency.
• May apply basic statistical methods to measurement data, supporting evaluation of uncertainty, trends, and decision-making.
• May support and apply Measurement System Analysis (MSA) concepts to ensure reliable and capable measurement systems.
• Continuously identify opportunities to optimize processes, reduce waste, and improve productivity, balancing technical rigor with practical time constraints.
• Love of clarity and simplicity in programs, design, documentation and reports
• Enjoys solving technical problems from trivial to complex
• A growth mindset that embraces failure as an opportunity for learning and improvement Enthusiasm for using technology to automate repetitive tasks and improve efficiency

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [e-mail] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).