Senior Product Inspection Engineer

Gillingham, United Kingdom | Posted on 05/06/2024

The Product Inspection function provides measurement expertise to support key engineering activities from product performance validation to new product development. We have a great opportunity for an experienced engineer to join a diverse team of inspection engineers and technicians, using state-of-the-art measurement technologies and facilities to support the development of cutting-edge ICE technology towards achieving carbon-free goal.

• Carry out dimensional and surface inspection according to design specifications, using microscope, hand gauges, contact and optical measurement systems.
• Produce detailed inspection report and communicate technical information effectively with key stakeholders.
• Be accountable for inspection method and measurement process development, work with product engineering and validation team to define detailed requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues, customers, suppliers, research new technology to improve department capability to meet product development and program needs.
• Responsible for development and validation of measurement processes and procedures.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement.
• Conduct measurement trials and capability analysis.
• Equipment calibration and maintenance.
• Ensure EH&S and Quality Management System conformance (IATF 16949).
• Support department targets, budget, performance metrics and quality Standards.

• Previous experience in the field of dimensional metrology or precision engineering.
• Solid fundamental knowledge of dimensional metrology.
• Applied knowledge of measurement best practices.
• Experience using manual and digital microscopes.
• Experience using contact and optical 3D metrology equipment (such as Zygo and Taylor Hobson surface measurement instruments).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to contribute in a team environment.
• Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T specifications.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Solid problem-solving skills.
• To be a self-starter, self-motivated and willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines when required.
• Good understanding of 5S and workplace organisation.
• Solid IT skills.

• Experience of working in automotive sectors and knowledge of diesel common rail fuel injection systems, test environments and diesel engines would be beneficial.
• Applied experience with surface finish measurement.
• Data driven mindset, experience in applying design for inspection and statistical analysis.
• Knowledge of traceability, measurement uncertainty, gauge R&R, Measurement System Analysis (MSA).
• Experience of writing measurement programme (CMMs and Taylor Hobson - Talyrond).
• Practical experience of metrology software, preferably Polyworks.
• Knowledge of dimensional metrology standards and surface finish standards.
• Programming skills using Matlab and VBA.
• 3D CAD experience.
• Experience of mentoring apprentices or junior engineers.

• Degree in appropriate engineering discipline or apprenticeship + 5 years experience.

• Master s degree in metrology or precision engineering discipline.
• NPL Dimensional Measurement Certificate Level 1 & 2 would be beneficial.