Metrology Engineer in Brookfield, Wisconsin

Main Roles and Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain relationships with engineering, suppliers, and metrology customers to address metrology needs. Communicate results and solutions in an effective and efficient manner for metrology projects. Overall Support in the Quality Lab -- Inspections, Analysis, Testing, Documentation, and Record Keeping. Metrology Lab Support for Engineering and Manufacturing in measuring and testing of parts and components. Track Metrology and Inspection Projects and Report on Status. Foster a positive, collaborative environment throughout the organization as a support function of the organization.

Quality and Inspection Planning

1. Supports Engineering New Product Development in Metrology through sample measurements and feedback, early on involvement in drawing and GD&T reviews, and early supplier measurement capability evaluations.
2. Develops inspection strategies to meet business needs for the Corporation.
3. Use statistics to analyze measurements standards and processes

Part Measurement and Part Qualification

1. Interprets drawings featuring Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5 to identify product inspection requirements.
2. Documents and edits programs utilized in metrology labs such as Calypso, PC-DMIS, Measuremind and Zone 3, Inspec and serves as technical support for metrology inspection.
3. Develops new inspection techniques as required.
4. Collaborates on standard platforms, where applicable, such as vision systems, contact/non-contact inspection systems, and other platforms where appropriate.
5. Develops inspection fixtures to ensure minimum measurement error during inspection.

Design Assistance and Training

1. Participates in design reviews with cross-functional teams to ensure that conformance to specifications, Design for inspection, reliability, and quality system objectives are met.
2. Work from written or verbal instructions, detailed engineering drawings, and 3D models to establish inspection criteria and measurement implementation.
3. Maintains adequate training in metrology disciplines to ensure capability to support team and train others as needed.

Qualifications

College or Technical degree in a field related to Engineering or Science (Preferred)
A minimum of 5 years of experience in Metrology Lab Environment
Proficient in set-up and operation of inspection equipment
Proficient in Gauge R&R and equipment validation
Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5
Proficient in mathematical applications- Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, etc.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal & communication skills
Knowledge of mechanical inspection methods and tools used to determine product acceptance
Ability to investigate and learn new technologies within metrology
Must be willing to travel up to 30% of the time.

The successful candidate must be able to work independently on routine tasks with high attention to detail. The individual must have good communication skills, the ability to multi-task, strong organizational skills, and thrive on deadlines. Strong oral and written English communication skills are required. An ability to work cross functionally and promote good working relationships with other teams, to determine priorities, state challenges productively, and solve problems is required.