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How much do metrology engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for metrology engineer in Texas is $47.84, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.29 and $54.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a metrology engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Metrology Engineer, you need a strong background in physics, mathematics, and engineering principles, typically supported by a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with measurement instruments, calibration systems, and software like MATLAB or LabVIEW is commonly required, with certifications such as ASQ Certified Calibration Technician considered beneficial. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help you excel in troubleshooting and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These competencies ensure precise measurement processes, maintain quality standards, and drive continuous improvement in manufacturing or laboratory environments.

What are some typical challenges metrology engineers face when integrating new measurement technologies into existing manufacturing processes?

Metrology Engineers often encounter challenges such as ensuring compatibility between new measurement tools and legacy equipment, maintaining calibration standards, and minimizing production downtime during implementation. They must also train staff on updated protocols and troubleshoot unexpected variances in measurement data. Successfully addressing these challenges requires strong problem-solving skills, meticulous attention to detail, and effective communication with cross-functional teams including production, quality, and maintenance departments.

What is a metrology engineer?

A metrology engineer, or metrologist, specializes in science or engineering-related measurements. Their duties may include calibrating instruments, designing new tools or systems of measurement, interpreting data, or researching the science of measuring. Many subfields work with metrologists, including mechanical engineering. There are two levels of metrology certification available through the Coordinate Metrology Society (CMS).

What does a metrology engineer do?

A Metrology Engineer specializes in the science of measurement, ensuring that instruments and processes produce precise and accurate results. Their responsibilities include calibrating measuring equipment, developing measurement methods, and analyzing data to support quality control and product development. They work across industries such as manufacturing, aerospace, and electronics to maintain standards and compliance. Metrology Engineers also contribute to troubleshooting measurement issues and improving measurement systems to enhance efficiency and reliability.

What is the difference between Metrology Engineer vs Quality Control Engineer?

AspectMetrology EngineerQuality Control Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, certifications in metrology or calibrationBachelor's in Engineering, certifications in quality assurance or control
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, calibration labs, manufacturing plantsManufacturing lines, inspection facilities, production environments
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, aerospace, automotive, electronicsManufacturing, consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, automotive
Common Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding technical calibration roles, measurement accuracyEnsuring product quality, defect prevention

Metrology Engineers focus on precise measurement, calibration, and maintaining measurement systems, ensuring accuracy in manufacturing processes. Quality Control Engineers oversee product inspections and testing to ensure standards are met. While both roles aim to improve product quality, Metrology Engineers specialize in measurement systems, whereas Quality Control Engineers focus on final product quality assurance.

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Metrology Development Engineer II or Senior Metrology Development Engineer, Texas Institute for Elec

University of Texas at Austin

Austin, TX • On-site

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Job Posting Title:

Metrology Development Engineer II or Senior Metrology Development Engineer, Texas Institute for Electronics

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Hiring Department:

Texas Institute for Electronics

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

40

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FLSA Status:

To Be Determined at Offer

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Earliest Start Date:

Ongoing

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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Location:

PICKLE RESEARCH CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes About Us

TheTexas Institute for Electronics (TIE)is a University of Texas at Austin-supported semiconductor consortium of state and local government, preeminent defense electronics and semiconductor companies, national labs and nationally recognized academic institutions. Our mission is to develop and execute a state-of-the-art 3D Heterogenous Integration manufacturing technology roadmap, and to provide critical pilot manufacturing capabilities to address national security needs and catalyze domestic economic growth.

Join the Texas Institute for Electronics and help us push the boundaries in critical semiconductor domains, including advanced packaging, with the aim of reestablishing U.S. prominence in semiconductor manufacturing.

With over $1 billion in funding from the US DoD and the state of Texas, we'reat the forefront of creating cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will set the course for future advancements in semiconductor logic, memory, heterogeneous integration, chip cooling and more. Situated in the heart of Austin - named "America's Coolest City" by Expedia and "The Best Place to Live in the U.S." by U.S. News and World Report - the Texas Institute for Electronics embodies the city's innovative spirit.

UT Austin, recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Large Employers, provides outstanding employee benefits and total rewards packages that include:

  • Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)

  • Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options

  • Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

  • Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with 8.25% employer matching funds

  • Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)

  • Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses

  • Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities

  • Tuition assistance

  • Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets

  • Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID card

  • Free rides on all UT Shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card

  • For more details, please see: Benefits | Human Resources and UT Austin Employee Experience | Human Resources

Multiple vacancies are available at either the Metrology Development Engineer II or Senior Metrology Development Engineer level. This position may be filled at the higher-level title, relative to the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate.

The selected candidate will work as part of a close-knit team in establishing the measurement and characterization infrastructure for Texas Institute for Electronics (TIE). A Metrology Development Engineer II or Senior Metrology Development Engineer must be well-versed in all aspects of thermal and mechanical metrologies spanning fundamental theory and design to practical application of novel measurement methods. Essential to the role is collaboration with engineers and technicians across TIE to anticipate and address their design and development needs, assist in process and tool optimization, and participate in industry standardization efforts. The ideal candidate will be an excellent team player and serve as a critical member of the product development engineering team.

Purpose

The Senior Metrology Development Engineer helps the design, process and quality development efforts related to semiconductor manufacturing equipment and processes that will enable the 3DHI systems of the future.

Responsibilities
  • Lead the selection, procurement, installation and qualification of metrology equipment and systems.
  • Develop a TIE-specific metrology tool set that effectively measures electrical, thermal, and mechanical performance metrics for 3DHI systems.
  • Support TIE by providing accurate and actionable measurement data to sister groups working on process development.
  • Provides vision and direction in developing forward-looking measurement technologies and establish a robust metrology roadmap.
  • Drive corrective actions as a part of cross-functional teams to identify systemic yield and reliability issues. This includes performing failure analysis to troubleshoot/root-cause.
  • Participate in the hiring process for technicians and junior engineers to support the workforce development of TIE.
  • Other related functions as assigned.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, materials science, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, or other relevant discipline.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience working in Mechanical R&D roles with prior experience in metrology labs and semiconductor industry.
  • Skilled in all aspects of thermal and mechanical metrologies spanning fundamental theory and design to practical application of novel measurement methods.
  • Mission oriented approach with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a collaborative team environment.
  • Experience writing and working with project level requirements and specifications.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as attention to detail.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in a startup or research and development (R&D) environment.
  • Prior experience in semiconductor design, characterization, and/ or process integration.
  • Solid understanding of semiconductor packaging technologies, including wire bonding, flip-chip, wafer-level packaging, and 3DHI a plus.
  • Prior experience in software development for hardware control and instrumentation.
  • Experience leading teams, working with contractors and managing people.
Salary Range

TIE Pays Industry Competitive Salaries

Working Conditions
  • May work around standard office conditions
  • Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
  • Use of manual dexterity (ex: using a mouse)
  • Work is performed on-site in a scientific research environment and prototyping facility with dynamic work conditions collaborating simultaneously with many partners/customers in parallel.
  • Work outside standard office hours could be required on an occasional basis during peak periods and special events.
Required Materials
  • Resume/CV
  • 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
  • Letter of interest

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. This position may have the option to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS, dependent upon the job profile you qualify for, and subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

  • E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
  • Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
  • Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.


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