Job Description:

The Company

If you are an experienced Senior Metrology Engineer, this is your chance to join a globally respected precision engineering company at the forefront of their industry. With a long-standing reputation for innovation, quality, and technical excellence, they supply advanced solutions to industries including aerospace, automotive, medical, and manufacturing.

Operating from a state-of-the-art UK facility, they provide their clients with cutting-edge equipment, expert support, and comprehensive training—driving accuracy and productivity across engineering sectors.

Senior Metrology Engineer Key reasons to join this business

• Work at the forefront of ultra-high precision engineering and measurement science 
• Gain exposure to internationally recognised standards and accredited laboratory environments 
• Be part of a culture rooted in technical excellence, continuous improvement, and innovation 
• Develop expertise in advanced calibration, uncertainty analysis, and metrology systems 
• Access structured training, global knowledge networks, and long-term technical progression 
• Contribute to solutions that directly impact manufacturing quality, safety, and innovation worldwide

Salary, Hours and Benefits

• £38,000 - £45,000
• Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm
• 31 days holiday which rise with service
• Private health insurance – after a qualifying period
• Modern working facility, with support and development

The Senior Metrology Engineer role is Commutable From: Coventry, Solihull, Warwick, Stratford upon Avon, Rugby

Senior Metrology Engineer Candidate Requirements

• A strong grounding in measurement science, calibration practices, and the use of precision instrumentation.
• You understand and have worked within structured quality environments, ideally aligned with ISO/IEC 17025 or similar frameworks.
• Comfortable carrying out uncertainty evaluations, with practical experience applying GUM-based methods.
• Experience using calibration or laboratory management systems and can confidently interpret and work with technical data.
• Approach problems logically, with a methodical and analytical mindset.
• Confident operating independently, including representing the business at both company and customer sites.
• Communicate clearly, stay organised, and are proficient with standard IT tools and systems. You are proactive, adaptable, professional in presentation, and motivated to develop your skills further.
• Any prior experience leading or guiding others would be a strong advantage.

Senior Metrology Engineer Responsibilities

• Support the Head of Calibration in managing day-to-day laboratory operations and team performance.
• Plan and prioritise workflow to ensure efficient delivery of a high-quality, cost-effective calibration service.
• Carry out and lead calibration activities across mechanical and dimensional instrumentation, including method development and validation.
• Ensure full compliance with internal procedures, maintaining traceability to international standards and ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
• Review and authorise calibration certificates, investigate non-conformances, and implement corrective actions where required.
• Provide technical leadership in dimensional metrology, including uncertainty analysis and maintenance of uncertainty budgets.
• Mentor staff, support audit activities, and help maintain laboratory systems, equipment, and environmental controls to ensure optimal performance.
   

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

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