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Sun Technical

Metrology Engineer

Seneca, SC · On-site

The Metrology Technician / Designer will be responsible for operating the Coordinate Measurement Machine (CMM) and have 3D awareness of metrology. * Requirements * At least 1 year experience ...

Anduril Industries

Metrology Specialist

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$98K - $130K/yr

ABOUT THE JOB We are looking for a Metrology Specialist to join our rapidly growing team in Santa Ana, CA working in a cutting-edge production environment to advance the state-of-the-possible in ...

Anduril Industries

Metrology Specialist

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

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jtekt

Principal Metrology Engineer

Greenville, SC

The Principal Metrology Engineer provides measurement services to support product development, benchmarking, production, and manufacturing process development for JTEKT North America. The role is ...

ASM

Senior Metrology Engineer

Phoenix, AZ

We are seeking an R&D Metrology Engineer to join our dynamic materials development labs. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, hands-on, and a resourceful problem solver with a strong ...

Tranzeal

Metrology Specialist

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

Metrology Specialist Location: Philadelphia, PA (On-site) * Required: Strong knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 11, cGMP, GDP, and relevant industry standards (ISPE GAMP, ISO, USP, ASTM). Position Summary ...

Anduril Industries

Metrology Specialist

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$98K - $130K/yr

ABOUT THE JOB We are looking for a Metrology Specialist to join our rapidly growing team in Santa Ana, CA working in a cutting-edge production environment to advance the state-of-the-possible in ...

ANDURIL INDUSTRIES

Metrology Specialist

Santa Ana, CA

$98K - $130K/yr

ABOUT THE JOB We are looking for a Metrology Specialist to join our rapidly growing team in Santa Ana, CA working in a cutting-edge production environment to advance the state-of-the-possible in ...

ANDURIL INDUSTRIES

Metrology Specialist

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$98K - $130K/yr

ABOUT THE JOB We are looking for a Metrology Specialist to join our rapidly growing team in Santa Ana, CA working in a cutting-edge production environment to advance the state-of-the-possible in ...

Divergent

Metrology Engineer

Torrance, CA

Purpose The Metrology Programmer creates, maintains, and optimizes inspection programs and templates across ZEISS Inspect, PolyWorks, and GOM/ATOS optical systems. This role not only builds robust ...

Micron Technology

Metrology Engineer - DRAM

Boise, ID · On-site

Other metrology areas that you may work with would include Optical Thin Films/Scatterometry/OCD, Overlay/Registration, X-Ray, CDSEM or AFM/wafer shape. In this role, your responsibilities will ...

LLNL

Precision / Metrology Engineer

Livermore, CA · On-site

We have an opening for a Mechanical/Precision or Metrology Engineer to join our Manufacturing Engineering and Technology Development Group. You will apply precision engineering principles to ...

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Principal Metrology Engineer

Principal Metrology Engineer

JTEKT North America Inc

Greenville, SC • On-site

Full-time

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Job description

Principal Metrology Engineer

The Principal Metrology Engineer provides measurement services to support product development, benchmarking, production, and manufacturing process development for JTEKT North America. The role is primarily focused on current products and their mating components.

Essential Duties and Accountabilities:

  • Metrology fundamentals activities:
    • Leads metrological work covering a variety of products and mating components.
    • Performs or guides collection of measurements per established methods when available. Defines gaging methods when not previously established.
    • Properly interprets and applies GD&T to measurements; may be called upon to advise designers on use and application of GD&T to product prints.
    • Suggests improvements to methods as appropriate.
  • Responsible for metrology equipment (with Metrology Consultant): Operation, calibration, and maintenance. Equipment includes TSK and Taylor Hobson. CMM is Sheffield, and there is a variety of other more specific instruments.
  • Works with Metrology Consultant to identify trends and technology improvements; assists in the development of mid- and long-term metrology plan; participates in developing recommendations for purchase of new technology/machines as appropriate; assists with training technical staff to maintain/improve lab capability.
  • Support of Production, Product Validation, and New Business Launches:
    • Works alongside with Metrology Lab Manager, Metrology Consultant, and with Application and Product Engineering management to identify gaps in capability to support new product/business launches; directly supports and/or leads project teams (as appropriate) to develop new gages or gaging methods; trains staff in current and new techniques as needed/appropriate.
    • Works with lab managers to secure technician support as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

  • This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, though providing specific task direction to technicians is expected.
  • May be called upon to participate or lead a Cross-Functional Project Team if required.

Requirements:

  • BS in Engineering (STEM) or equivalent; advanced degree preferred
  • 10 - 15 years' experience
  • Demonstrated expertise with metrology equipment, and data acquisition systems. Ability to troubleshoot problems with hardware and software
  • Demonstrated expertise in programming of metrology equipment
  • Recognized expertise with the application and interpretation of GD&T gaging development
  • Demonstrated skill with mechanical and electrical systems
  • Experience with quality management systems, specifically TS16949 (ISO9001)

Other Desirable Experience:

  • Knowledge of bearing design, applications, manufacturing, and/or damage analysis
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Team skills
  • TSK Calypso programming knowledge is a plus

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

  • Primarily office/Metrology Lab, but may occasionally require exposure to manufacturing areas which require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection.
  • Working with components up to 50 lbs
  • PPE (when required): safety glasses, steel toe shoes, ear plugs, and requirements to follow all safety guidelines
  • Majority of work required to be on site in Greenville Test Lab.

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