Metrologist (Zeiss CMM Programmer)

Location

Northampton, Northamptonshire | United Kingdom

Job description

Job Description:

As a Metrologist / Zeiss CMM Programmer at Cosworth, you will be working within a precision engineering environment. Your responsibilities will include writing, developing and proving out measurement systems and programmes, problem solving and working closely with production to resolve any issues. 

Additionally, you will utilise hands on inspection techniques using various tools, including Mahr surface finish and form-tracing equipment to micrometers and attribute gauges. Your duties will also involve preparing FAIRs (First Article Inspection Reports), ISIRs (Initial Sample Inspection Reports), and supporting documents.

The Role:

• Zeiss CMM programming such as curve form surface.
• Good knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Fully conversant with reading engineering & manufacturing drawings.
• Experienced in base metrology / measurement by first principles.
• Sound knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) such as standards ISO,ASME Y 14.5, JES 161.
• Sound knowledge in Measurements System Analysis (MSA).
• Hands on first Principal experience using all types of Measuring & Testing equipment, both contact - non-contact, analogue & digital.
• Able to support root cause analysis and implementation of problem-solving techniques.
• Working knowledge on concessions, containment procedures and traceability techniques.
• Awareness of aerospace quality requirements (AS9100, various ISO).
• Good knowledge of Gauge R&R studies.
• Consider the health and safety, environmental and energy impact of all activities.
• Support the Company’s compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018, following policy and best practice.

Candidate Profile: 

• Good communication & interpersonal skills.
• Customer focus.
• Organizational agility.
• Problem solving ability.
• Proactive.
• Work under own initiative and be a key team player.
• Either a graduate in Metrology FD, Mechanical Engineering/Diploma, equivalent certification or proven industry track record.
• Demonstrable hands on experience in manufacturing engineering and in Calypso CMM programming.

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