Principal Metrology Engineer

Job description

Purpose: The Principal Metrology Engineer provides measurement services to support product development, benchmarking, production, and manufacturing process development for JTEKT North America. The role is primarily focused on current products and their mating components. Essential Duties and Accountabilities: ◦ Leads metrological work covering a variety of products and mating components. ▪ Performs or guides collection of measurements per established methods when available. Defines gaging methods when not previously established ▪ Properly interprets and applies GD&T to measurements; may be called upon to advise designers on use and application of GD&T to product prints. ▪ Suggests improvements to methods as appropriate. ◦ Responsible for metrology equipment (with Metrology Consultant): Operation, calibration, and maintenance. Equipment includes TSK and Taylor Hobson. CMM is Sheffield, and there is a variety of other more specific instruments. ◦ Works with Metrology Consultant to identify trends and technology improvements; assists in the development of mid- and long-term metrology plan; participates in developing recommendations for purchase of new technology/machines as appropriat...