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An excellent opportunity for those wishing to further develop their career with a forward thinking company, who produce products for the automotive sector - investing in R & D and also their employees.
Duties of this role are:-
- Perform dimensional and surface measurements in accordance with design specifications, utilising microscopes, hand tools, and both contact and optical measurement systems.
- Generate comprehensive inspection reports and effectively communicate technical information to key stakeholders.
- Take ownership of continuous quality improvement initiatives by collaborating with the product engineering and validation teams to establish detailed requirements.
- Work alongside colleagues, customers, and suppliers while researching new technologies to enhance departmental capabilities in alignment with product development and program requirements.
- Execute measurement trials and conduct capability analysis.
- Oversee the calibration and maintenance of measurement equipment.
- Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) and the Quality Management System, specifically IATF 16949 standards.
- Contribute to departmental goals, budget management, performance metrics, and uphold quality standards.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Previous experience in a relevant industry or precision engineering.
- Applied knowledge of measurement best practices.
- Strong understanding of dimensional metrology standards and surface finish standards.
- Proficient in using manual and digital microscopes, as well as contact and optical 3D metrology equipment.
- Experience in writing measurement programs and automating processes.
- Familiarity with imaging processing techniques.
- Practical experience in 3D metrology software and its associated principles.
- Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T specifications.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software.
- Programming skills in Matlab, Python, and VBA.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Self-starter with a strong motivation to learn new skills.
- Strong analytical skills and keen attention to detail.
- Solid problem-solving capabilities.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines when required.
- Good understanding of 5S principles and workplace organization.
Our client offers interesting global opportunities, a good benefits package and also a relocation package should this be needed. Salary is very much dependant on experience, but suitable candidates must have a minimum of 2 years previous experience in a similar role, together with a Masters degree in Metrology or precision engineering discipline
