The salary for this position is up to £36,431 and the benefits include:
34 days holiday including bank holidays
Enhanced corporate pension scheme
Perkbox subscription
BHSF Health Scheme
Employee awards and recognition programme
Free on-site parking
Opportunity to develop We’re looking for someone with a strong understanding of ISO 17025 and ISO 9001, a passion for precision and a keen eye for detail. This is a varied position offering the opportunity to work across quality systems, laboratory compliance, calibration and process improvement, making a tangible contribution to the performance and continued development of the business.
As the Senior Metrology Engineer, you will:
Oversee laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with ISO 17025, ISO 9001, industry standards, and company policies.
Maintain laboratory quality management systems, procedures, technical documentation, calibration records, and accreditation requirements.
Support departmental managers with daily laboratory operations, staff training, competency sign-off, and continuous improvement.
Conduct internal audits and prepare for external assessments, identifying risks and ensuring ongoing compliance.
Manage laboratory performance against customer-focused metrics, analysing calibration data, equipment drift, and results.
Deliver accurate and technically competent metrology calibration services, including the receipt, inspection, processing, calibration, adjustment, refurbishment, packing, and despatch of weights.
Maintain laboratory equipment, tools, stock, and facilities to high standards of safety, cleanliness, and security.
Identify opportunities to expand laboratory capabilities through new equipment, accreditation scope extensions, and process improvements.
Support the sales team with contract tenders, ensuring proposed work aligns with laboratory capabilities.
Liaise with internal teams and external customers to ensure calibrations are completed within agreed timescales.
Use precision weighing equipment and hand tools, maintaining meticulous attention to detail and quality standards.
As the Senior Metrology Engineer, you will have:
Previous experience working within Calibration and conducting audits.
Proficient in performing mathematical calculations with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong knowledge of ISO 17025 and ISO 9001 standards.
A passion for metrology, with exceptional attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills across all business levels.
Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and organisational skills.
HNC/HND in a relevant mechanical or electrical qualification, however this is not essential
This role offers the chance to combine your expertise in quality and calibration with broader responsibility for laboratory compliance, technical standards and continuous improvement.
You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of laboratory capabilities, work closely with experienced colleagues and help ensure the business continues to deliver reliable, high-quality metrology services.
If you enjoy a role where technical precision, quality standards and practical problem-solving all matter, this could be an excellent next step in your career
Salary description
£35000.00 - £36431.00 per year