Coordinate Metrology Automation Engineer (CMM/PC‑DMIS)

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What’s the opportunity?

Be the architect of automated inspection. You’ll program CMMs and other metrology systems, design fixtures and gages, and turn GD&T into reliable, repeatable measurements that keep production on track from first‑article to final release.

What will I be responsible for?

• Develop, verify, and run automated CMM/metrology programs supporting first‑piece, in‑process, and final inspections.
• Prove out routines to control bias, confirm linearity, and strengthen repeatability/reproducibility; communicate Alpha/Beta measurement risk and recommendations.
• Maintain automated inspection equipment: probe qualifications, routine cleaning, and scale checks.
• Design/procure workholding, fixtures, and functional gages; set instrument criteria and acceptance specs.
• Enable automatic data collection from measurement equipment to inspection plans.
• Create inspection methods, tool mapping, FAIs, and in‑process checks aligned with manufacturing flow.
• Revise programs/documents to match engineering changes.
• Support root‑cause problem solving for automated inspection, tooling, and software.
• Lead/support Gage R&R and other MSA work; coordinate or perform calibration to maintain traceability to national/international standards.
• Write work instructions and train operators on designated automated inspection equipment.
• Handle additional related duties as assigned.

What background do I need?

• Strong command of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and relevant ANSI/ASME and ISO standards.
• Experience with precision instruments: CMMs, Vision Systems, and Contracers.
• Programming strengths in Calypso (preferred) or PC‑DMIS/Open DMIS.
• 3D modeling and drafting experience; able to translate CAD into resilient measurement strategies.
• Clear English communication; able to partner with R&D, Manufacturing, and QA while operating with minimal guidance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe PDF.
• Minimum 3 years of hands‑on experience with advanced metrology equipment.

What helps me stand out?

• Time in regulated industries (Aerospace, Defense, Medical Device, Pharmaceutical, etc.).
• Familiarity with GMP/ISO requirements.
• Experience with CT scanning, white‑light scanning, and broader 3D metrology methods.
• Background with PC‑DMIS or Geomeasure.

What education or training is relevant?

• Associate’s degree preferred (Manufacturing or Engineering) or equivalent directly transferable experience.
• Focus areas: Drafting/GD&T, CMM programming, CAD modeling, Vision System programming.

What are the travel and physical expectations?

• Travel up to 10% annually; flexibility for last‑minute emergencies.
• Trips may include multiple overnight stays and occasional weekends.
• Physically able to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and lift up to 50 lbs (team lift/mechanical assist over 50 lbs).
• Frequent keyboard/computer work; ability to wear PPE (cut‑resistant gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, slip‑resistant shoes).

Where will I make an impact right away?

• Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology
• Machine Geometry & Alignment
• Microsoft Excel

Which tools are in play?

• 3D Modeling
• Calypso (Zeiss)
• DMIS/Open DMIS Software