Metrology Engineer

Metrology Engineer (87954) Deeside, England

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Deeside, North Wales
£42,000 - £52,000 + Benefits + Overtime
Permanent | Full Time

A growing precision engineering and inspection business is looking to appoint an experienced Metrology Engineer to join their team in Deeside. This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong background in dimensional inspection, CMM programming and quality control to work on complex, high‑spec components for aerospace, defence, automotive and advanced manufacturing customers.

You’ll play a key role in ensuring parts meet exacting standards, supporting both internal production and customer projects, and working closely with engineering, manufacturing and quality teams.

• Carrying out dimensional inspection of components and assemblies using CMMs, FARO Arms, laser scanning systems and conventional metrology equipment.
• Creating, editing and optimising CMM programs using software such as PC‑DMIS, Poly Works, MCOSMOS, Aberlink or similar.
• Reading and interpreting complex engineering drawings, CAD models and GD&T requirements.
• Producing accurate inspection reports, FAIRs and other quality documentation.
• Supporting root cause analysis and non‑conformance investigations.
• Liaising with Quality, Manufacturing and Engineering teams to resolve dimensional and process issues.
• Completing first‑off, in‑process and final inspections.
• Supporting calibration and maintenance of metrology equipment.
• Contributing to continuous improvement across inspection and quality processes.

• Previous experience as a Metrology Engineer, CMM Programmer or Senior Inspector.
• Strong understanding of GD&T.
• Experience using CMM equipment and portable metrology systems.
• Ability to read complex engineering drawings with confidence.
• Background in precision engineering, aerospace, automotive or defence manufacturing.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a high level of attention to detail.
• 3D scanning or reverse engineering.
• Knowledge of AS9100 or ISO
  9001.
• CAD experience.
• Experience with Poly Works or PC‑DMIS.

• Engineering apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing or a related discipline.
• Metrology or quality‑related certifications would be an advantage.

• Overtime opportunities.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Modern inspection and manufacturing environment.
• Career progression within a growing business.

This would suit someone who enjoys working in a hands‑on technical role where accuracy, quality and continuous improvement really matter.