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Calibration and Metrology Lead Engineer

GKN Automotive
locationWilmington, NC, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/14/2022
Science
Full Time

Job Description

Job DescriptionA day in this role

It’s Monday morning and you’re scanning the calibration dashboard. Gage blocks due for certification, a CMM awaiting verification, and a production cell requesting an urgent instrument check. You set priorities, coach a technician through a complex uncertainty study, and jump into a cross-functional huddle to align quality, operations, and engineering on a new measurement protocol. By afternoon, you’re reviewing traceability records, refining a calibration work instruction, and prepping objective evidence for an upcoming customer audit. Before you log off, you analyze MSA results, spot a trend, and plan a small kaizen to tighten measurement capability across a critical line.

About us

We are a global leader in precision engineering and manufacturing. Innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence are our trademarks. We invest in continuous improvement and delighting customers, and we empower people to make a measurable impact. Expect integrity, performance, and room to grow.

What you will own

  • Lead and mentor the calibration team while shaping site-wide metrology strategy.
  • Develop, maintain, and improve calibration procedures aligned to internal requirements and industry standards (including ISO/IEC 17025).
  • Plan and execute the calibration schedule; maintain end-to-end equipment traceability.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and customer requirements; prepare for and support internal and external audits.
  • Train personnel on calibration methods, documentation practices, and proper use of measurement equipment.
  • Analyze measurement system performance using statistical tools; drive corrective actions and continuous improvement.
  • Interpret technical drawings and specifications to ensure measurement accuracy and reliability in production and quality control.

Required background

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Metrology, or a related technical discipline.
  • At least 3 years in calibration, metrology, or quality engineering.
  • Hands-on knowledge of calibration methods, equipment, and documentation.
  • Ability to read and interpret measurement-related technical drawings and specs.

Preferred experience

  • Leadership experience guiding calibration or metrology teams in manufacturing.
  • Familiarity with ISO/IEC 17025 and related quality standards.
  • Strong analytical mindset; adept with statistical tools for MSA.
  • Clear communicator and effective collaborator across functions.

You should be proficient in

  • ISO 9001 Certification Experience

Please note:

Candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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