Staff Metrology & Inspection Engineer

SANMINA-SCI TECHNOLOGY INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED; Secaucus (NJ); On-site; USD 93,000 - 136,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

ZT Systems in Secaucus, NJ seeks a Metrology Engineer to develop and sustain measurement methods for CMM, vision, and optical inspection systems, translating drawings into executable inspection plans and supporting high‑volume manufacturing.

You will apply MSA/SPC, GR&R, and Cp/Cpk analyses, train technicians, and collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Supplier Engineering to ensure inspection readiness and ISO compliance.

Qualifications

• Degree in mechanical/manufacturing engineering or related field.
• 6+ years in metrology, inspection engineering, or manufacturing quality.
• Strong knowledge of GD&T, CMM programming and SPC methods.
• Experience with CMM and vision systems such as PC-DMIS/Calypso/OGP/MicroVu.
• Hands-on GR&R, MSA, Cp/Cpk interpretation and high-volume manufacturing exposure.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and maintain measurement programs for CMM, vision, and optical inspection systems.
• Support incoming, in-process, and supplier quality inspections, including print review and CTQ interpretation.
• Perform root cause analysis on measurement nonconformances and support CAPA implementation.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Supplier Engineering to ensure inspection readiness during ramps.
• Create SOPs, inspection documentation, and train technicians as needed.
• Execute SPC, Cp/Cpk, GR&R, and MSA to ensure inspection reliability and process capability.
• Translate GD&T requirements into inspection routines and plans.
• Support calibration activities and ISO/internal quality standard compliance.
• Analyze inspection data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.

Skills

GD&T

CMM programming

SPC methodologies

Minitab/JMP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

PC-DMIS

Calypso

OGP

MicroVu

Job description

About The Role

Metrology Engineer supports manufacturing and quality operations by developing, executing, and sustaining measurement and inspection methods used to verify product compliance to engineering drawings, specifications, and CTQ requirements. This role focuses on inspection program development, measurement system capability, and data analysis, enabling reliable inspection execution across incoming, in-process, and supplier quality activities.

The Metrology Engineer works closely with Metrology Technicians, Quality, Manufacturing, and Supplier Engineering teams to translate design requirements into executable inspection approaches. This position applies statistical methods and measurement system analysis to ensure inspection accuracy, repeatability, and process capability, while supporting production ramps and continuous improvement initiatives in a high‑volume manufacturing environment.

What You Will Do

• Develop, validate, and maintain measurement programs for CMM, vision, and optical inspection systems.
• Support Incoming, In-Process, and Supplier Quality inspection activities, including print review and CTQ interpretation.
• Perform root cause analysis on measurement and inspection‑related nonconformances and support CAPA implementation.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, and Supplier Engineering to ensure inspection readiness during product ramps.
• Create SOPs, inspection documentation, and work instructions; train technicians as needed.
• Execute SPC, Cp/Cpk, GR&R, and Measurement System Analysis (MSA) to ensure inspection reliability and process capability.
• Translate GD&T requirements into executable inspection routines and inspection plans.
• Support calibration activities and ensure measurement compliance with ISO and internal quality standards.
• Analyze inspection data to identify trends, variation drivers, and improvement opportunities.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field.
• 6+ years of experience in metrology, inspection engineering, or manufacturing quality.
• Strong working knowledge of GD&T, CMM programming, and SPC methodologies.
• Experience with CMM and vision systems (e.g., PC‑DMIS, Calypso, OGP, MicroVu, or similar).
• Hands‑on experience performing GR&R, MSA, and interpreting Cp/Cpk results.
• Experience working in high‑volume manufacturing or complex supply chain environments (EMS/ODM preferred).
• Proficiency with statistical tools such as Minitab or JMP.

Nice to Have

• Experience with liquid‑cooled hardware, enclosures, or high‑speed interconnect components.
• Six Sigma Green Belt.

Compensation & Benefits

ZT Systems assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package is created for all our employees. The typical base salary for this position is expected to be between $93,000 and $136,400 annually. If hired, the final base salary will be determined on an individual basis taking into consideration experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.

Compensation & Financial Security

• Competitive base salary
• Performance‑based annual bonus eligibility
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Tuition reimbursement for eligible education programs

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with access to leading providers
• Mental health resources and employee wellness support programs
• Company‑paid life and disability insurance

Time Away & Work‑Life Balance

• Paid time off (PTO) and company‑paid holidays
• Parental leave and family care support programs

Growth & Purpose

• Structured training programs and on‑the‑job learning opportunities
• Matching gifts and volunteer programs to support causes you care about

These benefits are available to eligible employees and are designed to grow with you as your career evolves. Full benefits and eligibility varies by work location. Learn more about our benefits here.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ZT Group Int’l. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ZT Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Please be aware that certain positions may require the applicant to either (i) be a U.S. citizen or national, (ii) be a U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) be a refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) be an asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158. Additionally, applicants must be eligible to obtain an export control license or license exception from the Bureau of Industry and Commerce and the U.S. Department of Commerce. All offers of employment will be conditional and subject to the foregoing.