Metrology Engineer

As a Lab Metrology Engineer, you will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy, precision, and reliability of measurement equipment and processes within the laboratory environment. You will play a crucial role in maintaining and calibrating various types of equipment to guarantee the quality and consistency of experimental data. This position requires meticulous attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and a solid understanding of measurement principles and techniques.

The role also supports laboratory operations in a cGxP (current Good x Practice) environment; therefore, the ability to operate in and maintain compliance is critical. The role also involves reviewing and approving the calibration and documentation work of others, using a validated Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), and may provide guidance and direction to calibration vendors and contract staff, as required.

• Perform calibration, verification, and validation of laboratory instruments, environmental monitoring systems (EMS using REES systems), and equipment according to established procedures and standards. Hands-on experience with the installation, commissioning, and implementation of REES nodes, temperature probes, and CO₂ sensors is preferred.
• Maintain calibration schedules and records for all laboratory equipment, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Review and approve the calibration work of teammates and vendors.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with measurement equipment, performing necessary repairs or coordinating with external vendors for servicing.
• Develop and implement procedures for the proper handling, storage, and usage of measurement standards and reference materials.
• Participate in the selection and procurement of new metrology equipment, evaluating technical specifications and suitability for laboratory applications.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in the computerized maintenance management system (SAP enterprise resource planning tool), including day-to-day use, adding and removing assets from the system, work order lifecycle oversight, and troubleshooting.
• Provide managers and related groups with visibility into upcoming and pending work, metrics, and workload/workforce assessments.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Physics, Metrology, Engineering, or an appropriate technical discipline, or comparable advanced metrology/calibration training and certifications.

• Strong knowledge of measurement principles, statistical analysis, and calibration techniques.
• Strong understanding of the common instruments and measuring devices used in a research organization, including EMS (REES points), balances, mechanical/digital pipettes, multimeters, digital thermometers, and optical instruments.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to accurately and reliably work with large sets of numerical data.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to learn new tasks and new systems.
• Strong desire and commitment to providing excellent support to scientific and laboratory operations personnel and other internal team members.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with internal teams and external vendors.
• Ability to understand and consistently follow safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time.
• Ability to lift equipment up to 50 lbs.

• Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as SAP.
• Familiarity with metrology standards and regulations such as ISO 17025, ISO 9001, and ANSI/NCSL Z540.
• Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs), especially with respect to laboratory equipment maintenance documentation requirements.

Full time

Regular

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