Quality Metrology Engineer: CMM, ISO GPS & Data Automation

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

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.