Metrology Engineer

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.

• Competitive salary.

• Overtime opportunities.

• Pension scheme.

• Ongoing training and development.

• Modern inspection and manufacturing environment.

• Career progression within a growing business.

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

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

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