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CMM Engineer

Syntech Recruitment Ltd
Posted 7 days ago, valid for 11 days
Location

Glasgow, City of Glasgow G62 6EP, Scotland

Contract type

Full Time

Life Insurance

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  • The position is for a CMM Engineer located in Eastfield, Glasgow, with a salary range of £50,000 - £55,000.
  • Candidates are expected to have experience in CMM programming, particularly with PC-DMIS and Calypso software.
  • The role involves ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, developing CMM inspection programs, and performing various inspection techniques.
  • Applicants should possess a strong understanding of GD&T principles, CAD design, and statistical analysis tools like SPC.
  • A time-served engineer or a qualified individual with an HNC, HND, or degree in an engineering or quality-related discipline is required for this full-time, permanent role.
CMM EngineerSalary: £50,000 - £55,000   Location: Eastfield, Glasgow, G72 area Hours: 37 per week; Monday to Thursday 8am – 4:30pm & Friday 8am – 1pmStart Date: ASAPType: Full Time, Permanent Syntech Recruitment are proud to partner with a high precision component manufacturer who produce complex parts for a variety of regulated industries. We are searching for an experienced CMM Engineer to join their team based near Eastfield, Glasgow G72 area.  Benefits:
  • Pension
  • Life Insurance
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • 33 days holiday (inc BH)
  • Career growth opportunities
CMM Engineer Responsibilities:
  • Ensure full compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations, actively identifying hazards and promoting a safe, sustainable workplace culture.
  • Develop CMM inspection programs and methodologies for New Product Introductions (NPI), including fixture design, gauging strategies, probing paths, and alignment routines to ensure reliable and repeatable measurement processes.
  • Create, validate, and optimise CMM programs, preferably using PC-DMIS and Calypso software (experience with other platforms will be considered).
  • Support first article, in-process, and final inspections, ensuring components meet all dimensional and quality requirements as per customer specifications.
  • Apply GD&T principles and accurately interpret engineering drawings and 3D CAD models to guide inspection processes.
  • Generate clear, comprehensive inspection reports, maintaining traceable records for quality audits and compliance.
  • Document and manage non-conformances, contributing to continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives across manufacturing processes.
  • Perform capability analyses (e.g., Cp, Cpk) to evaluate process stability and measurement system performance.
  • Utilise SPC tools, including run charts and control charts, to monitor trends and enable data-driven decision-making for ongoing process improvements.
CMM Engineer Requirements:
  • CMM Programming: Proficient in both offline and online programming using PC-DMIS and Calypso; experience with alternative software platforms will also be considered.
  • GD&T Proficiency: Strong ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and apply Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) principles accurately.
  • CAD & Fixture Design: Competent in using SolidWorks to design inspection fixtures and support product inspection workflows.
  • Inspection Techniques: Experienced in First Article Inspections (FAI), in-process, final, and visual inspection, with a meticulous eye for detail and conformance.
  • Statistical Analysis: Skilled in applying Statistical Process Control (SPC) tools including Cp/Cpk, run charts, and control charts, with basic use of Minitab for data analysis.
  • Precision Measurement: Competent in using manual inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and dial indicators to validate and cross-check CMM results.
  • Calibration & Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA): Experienced in routine calibration procedures and conducting Gage R&R studies to verify measurement system reliability.
  • Documentation & Reporting: Proficient in producing Excel-based inspection reports, ballooned drawings, and maintaining comprehensive inspection logs for traceability.
  • Strong engineering foundation, with a solid understanding of manufacturing and quality principles.
  • Time-served Engineer or qualified to HNC, HND, or Degree level in an Engineering or Quality-related discipline.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with the ability to produce clear documentation, reports, and data analysis.
  • Lean Six Sigma knowledge is highly advantageous, particularly in continuous improvement or process optimisation roles.
To apply, simply click the apply button.Application Process: We aim to respond to all applicants within 5 working days. If you don’t hear from us within this time, please consider your application unsuccessful.Privacy and Data Retention: By applying, you confirm your consent to the retention of your personal data for recruitment purposes, stored securely in compliance with our Privacy Policy.Syntech Recruitment Limited: We act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for temporary placements. For full details, including our T&C’s and Privacy Policy, visit our website: www.syntechrecruitment.co.uk.INDA

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.