Metrology Technician

About the role

To operate and maintain the measurement room and precision inspection equipment to ensure accurate, reliable, and traceable measurement results. The Metrology Technician supports incoming, in-process, and final product inspections, first article inspections, measurement system control, calibration activities, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure products meet specified dimensional, functional, and quality requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Operate and perform measurements using precision inspection and testing equipment, including Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), profile projector / optical comparator, digital and vernier calipers, outside and inside micrometers, height gauges, depth gauges, dial indicators, pin gauges, plug gauges, thread gauges, ring gauges, surface roughness tester, measuring microscope, optical inspection systems, spring force tester, hardness tester, and torque testers
• Perform dimensional, geometrical, visual, and functional inspections according to engineering drawings, specifications, control plans, and work instructions
• Prepare samples and components for measurement using appropriate cutters, grinders, polishers, and other sample preparation tools where required
• Identify and report out-of-specification results, abnormal measurement trends, and potential product quality issues promptly
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI), incoming inspection, in-process inspection, final inspection, and engineering validation activities
• Maintain the calibration status of measuring instruments, gauges, and testing equipment
• Coordinate internal and external calibration activities and follow up on overdue or pending calibrations
• Maintain calibration records, certificates, equipment identification, calibration labels, and traceability records
• Maintain an accurate equipment and asset register, including equipment ID, location, owner, calibration status, service history, and maintenance requirements
• Record measurement results accurately and maintain complete inspection reports and supporting documentation

About you

• Diploma or Certificate in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Metrology, Quality Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Preferably 2–3 years of experience in metrology, dimensional inspection, quality control, or precision manufacturing
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings, dimensional tolerances, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Familiar with dimensional measurement principles, instrument selection, measurement uncertainty, and good measurement practices
• Competent in using precision measuring instruments and gauges
• Familiar with calibration systems, traceability, and equipment verification
• Basic knowledge of measurement system analysis (MSA), GR&R, SPC, and non-conformance handling
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and electronic quality record systems
• Detail-oriented, systematic, and committed to measurement accuracy
• Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with production, quality, and engineering teams