Metrology Engineer – Dimensional Inspection

Metrology Engineer – Dimensional Inspection

Location: RG30 3RR (between Reading and Basingstoke). Site base: AWE Burghfield. Closing date: 10 June 2026. Salary: £30,750 – £58,920 per annum. Working pattern: 9-day working fortnight with flexible working options.

We are recruiting a specialist in dimensional inspection to join a team developing inspection processes for nuclear weapon products. All training and career development to professional metrologist are provided.

Responsibilities

• Work with product development teams to identify metrology methods suitable for product verification.
• Evaluate inspection technologies and select the most appropriate.
• Develop and implement dimensional inspection methods and processes.
• Apply inspection quality tools and techniques in workshop settings.
• Set up components/assemblies for inspection using appropriate equipment.
• Apply basic measurement uncertainty analysis and interpret engineering drawings (GD&T) and technical specifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in Quindos and/or PC-DMIS programming software; CMM technology experience is also acceptable.
• Measurement from first principles using manual instruments.
• Defining measurement processes and conducting inspections of first articles or one-off components.
• Experience with surface metrology evaluation using tactile or optical instruments.
• Experience introducing new metrology/inspection equipment.
• Conducted Measurement System Analysis studies.
• Background in high-precision manufacturing (e.g., machining).
• Basic knowledge of problem‑resolution and continuous improvement tools (Yellow or Green Belt accredited).
• Understanding of practical 6-sigma methodology.
• Strong calibration, documentation and data‑analysis skills.
• Ability to work calmly in a dynamic priority environment, manage workload, and meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

• 9-day working fortnight with every other Friday off.
• 270 hours of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Market-leading contributory pension scheme (9–13% of pensionable pay).
• Maternity leave 39 weeks full pay; paternity leave 4 weeks full pay.
• Professional development – funding for membership of a relevant professional body.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
• Life Assurance four times annual salary.
• Discounts on everyday spending.
• Special leave for volunteering, public service (reserve forces) and caring.

Citizenship & security: Applicants must be British citizens and reside in the UK for the required period to obtain Security Clearance (5 years for SC, 10 years for DV). Clearance is funded by AWE.

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