Senior Engineer - Product Inspection

Senior Engineer - Product Inspection

Location – Gillingham, Kent

Salary – Highly Competitive DOE

Permanent

Do you have previous experience in the field of dimensional metrology or precision engineering?

Do you have experience of using manual and digital microscopes?

We have a fantastic opportunity in Gillingham for a Senior Engineer - Product Inspection to work for one of our clients.

In this role you will be working Monday – Thursday 8 am-4.30 pm with 30-minute lunch break. Fridays 8 am-1 pm with no break.

Our client is a leading global manufacturer with an exceptional reputation, specialising in advanced technologies.

Responsibilities

• Carry out dimensional and surface inspection according to design specifications, using microscopes, hand gauges, contact and optical measurement systems.
• Produce detailed inspection reports and communicate technical information effectively with key stakeholders.
• Be accountable for inspection method and measurement process development, and work with product engineering and validation team to define detailed requirements.
• Collaborate with colleagues, customers, and suppliers, and research new technology to improve department capability to meet product development and program needs.
• Responsible for the 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

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in the field of dimensional metrology or precision engineering is essential for this role.
• Must hold a degree in an appropriate engineering discipline or apprenticeship + 5 years’ experience
• Solid fundamental knowledge of dimensional metrology is a stringent requirement.
• Must have an understanding of applied knowledge of measurement best practices.
• Previous experience using manual and digital microscopes is a requirement.
• 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.
• Must have excellent attention to detail.
• Problem-solving mindset.
• To be a self-starter, self-motivated, and willing to learn new skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines when required.
• Good understanding of 5S and workplace organisation.
• Must have solid IT skills.
• Ideally, have knowledge of traceability, measurement uncertainty, gauge R&R, and Measurement System Analysis (MSA).
• Experience of writing measurement programmes (CMMs and Taylor Hobson - Talyrond) would be useful, but not essential.
• Practical experience of metrology software, preferably Polyworks would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of dimensional metrology standards and surface finish standards would be very useful.
• Programming skills using MATLAB and VBA would be useful, but not essential.

Benefits

27 days holiday + bank holidays

Long service holiday (if applicable)

Pension Scheme

Dental plan

Onsite parking

Staff discount with selected retails + well-being platforms

Discounted gym membership at Roko

On-site Gym (£10 per Month)

Subsidised canteen

Friendly working environment

Relocation package of up to £6,000 (Subject to Criteria)

To find out more about the position, please apply and we will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.

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