Senior Metrology Specialist: Data-Driven Automation Lead

Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft; Woodruff (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vis​

Vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) plan with company matching

Retirement Income Account

Life insurance

BMW Associates Assistance Program

Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA

Company vehicle program

Job summary

BMW Manufacturing Company in Spartanburg, South Carolina, is seeking an experienced Metrology Engineer to lead measurement programs, calibrate equipment (CMM, Laser Tracking, 3D Scanning), and support root-cause analysis across manufacturing lines. The role requires strong CAD/metrology software skills and a track record of implementing best practices.

You will mentor Metrology associates, collaborate with process partners, and ensure compliance with BMW Group standards while contributing to

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Engineering or related technical discipline OR AA/AS degree in a technical field with manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years of professional tactile and/or optical metrology equipment experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years reading blueprints, drawings, and/or measurement plans.
• 3+ years CAD experience (CATIA preferred).
• 3+ years of metrology software experience (Polyworks, Calypso, and/or Zeiss Inspect (GOM) preferred).
• Valid Driver's License.
• Metrology or GD&T professional certificate (preferred)
• 5+ years of MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Access).
• 5+ years of professional communication skills (written, verbal and presentation).
• 5+ years knowledge of Body, Assembly, Quality, or Battery processes (preferred).
• 5+ years knowledge of 3D alignment (preferred).
• 5+ years of problem-solving skills.
• 5+ years knowledge of developing, understanding, and applying 3D alignment schemes.
• 5+ years of tactile and optical measurement equipment skills.
• 3+ years of automated measurement programming skills (preferred).
• 3+ years of mechanical skills in a virtual and hands-on environment.
• 3+ years of leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Delivers accurate measurement data to the customer within established time requirements.
• Determines the necessary set-up and measurement method for investigations.
• Analyzes data provided to customers and provides accurate data to customer to support root cause analysis of issues.
• Develops and manages automated programs with defined outcomes.
• Develops solutions to complex metrology problems for single part measurements, total vehicle, cubing evaluations, and/or process and dimensional investigations.
• Develops and provides training for Metrology associates.
• Supports with adhering to BMW Group standards for testing equipment (CMM, Laser Tracking, 3D Scanning) and testing methods, if applicable.
• Executes measurement plans using relevant software/measurement equipment.
• Manages planning, maintenance, calibration, and operation of all equipment in the assigned area, if applicable.
• Represents metrology topics for Plant Spartanburg in launch teams.
• Collaborates with process partners on Plant-wide PMP (Problem-Management Process), 8D, and cross-functional teams.
• Benchmarks BMW Group Plants and implements best practices.
• Leads assigned metrology projects for technology, if applicable.
• Understands and models VPS (Value Added Production System) Principles and concepts of Standard Work and Problem Solving.
• Adheres to 5S and Safety Standards and Principles.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.

Education

BA/BS degree in Engineering or related technical discipline OR AA/AS degree in a technical field AND 2 years of professional manufacturing experience in quality or product design OR The equivalent of 4 years of professional manufacturing experience in quality or product design.

Job description

BMW Manufacturing Company in Spartanburg, South Carolina, is seeking an experienced Metrology Engineer to lead measurement programs, calibrate equipment (CMM, Laser Tracking, 3D Scanning), and support root-cause analysis across manufacturing lines. The role requires strong CAD/metrology software skills and a track record of implementing best practices.

You will mentor Metrology associates, collaborate with process partners, and ensure compliance with BMW Group standards while contributing to