Job Title: Metrology Engineer
Location: Bristol, UK – Onsite
Compensation: Competitive + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID: 55605
Make a real impact, immediately
At Babcock, we’re creating a safe and secure world, together – and you can play your part. As a Metrology Engineer, within Mission Systems you’ll be part of an international company that’s continually innovating. Our aspirations are big – and you’ll help make them possible.
Mission Systems
Mission Systems forms a critical and growing part of Babcock’s Marine organisation. As a trusted provider for global defence & security, we have a wide portfolio of best-in-class technical solutions that enable our customers to carry out their missions. It’s an exciting and fast paced business carrying out a diverse range of activities. Mission Systems employs over 1,200 people across the UK and overseas with the largest sites based in Bristol.
The role
The difference our new Metrology Engineer will make
As a Metrology Engineer you’ll have a role that is challenging and ever evolving. Working within the manufacturing engineering team and with inspection and quality departments, you will take ownership of our inspection strategy and processes that support the current and future submarine capability within defence.
Day to day you’ll be shaping the way we inspect, plan and ensure we have the right equipment for our manufacturing needs. You will support the implementation of a measurement management system and its associated aspects. Create inspection processes for products and equipment, supporting the roll out and where necessary assisting the inspection process on the shop floor.
You will also need to trend and investigate non-conformances on our core products and processes, supporting the production facility to preserve quality at the best lead time and cost. Assistance in our current and future inspection capability will be crucial for our manufacturing pipeline.
This role is based on-site at our production facility in Ashton, Bristol.
Essential experience
HNC or equivalent within Metrology or an engineering discipline OR minimum 5 years’ experience in an inspection/metrology role alongside:
- Experience with change management in a manufacturing environment
- Knowledge in various inspection techniques (optical, contact and manual) and equipment
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes (machining, welding, assembly)
- Excellent communication and influencing attributes to work with all levels within the business
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to integrate and work well within various teams
- Maintains a positive approach and able to apply blue sky thinking
What we offer
Generous benefits including:
- Generous holiday allowance of 25 days plus 8 bank holidays
- Reservist in the armed forces receive 10 days special paid leave
- Matched contribution pension scheme up to 8% of salary, with life assurance
- Employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing
- Potential to develop your skills and experience
- Flexible benefits, including cycle to work scheme, discounts and our Share Ownership Scheme
- To work on some of the most exciting engineering projects this country has to offer
Babcock International
For over 130 years, we have helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal. Change begins with our people and our shared Principles: be curious; be courageous; own and deliver; think: outcomes; collaborate; and be kind. These values not only guide the way we work, but also our efforts to reach net-zero carbon. Yes, our ambitions are big, but together, we can achieve them.
Armed Forces Covenant
We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant. . If you are a reservist in the armed forces, we provide up to ten days special paid leave in support of your training commitments.
Application Guidance
All applications should be made online. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
Job Title: Metrology Engineer
Location: Bristol, UK – Onsite
Compensation: Competitive + Benefits
Role Type: Full time / Permanent
Role ID:
Make a real impact, immediately
At Babcock, we’re creating a safe and secure world, together – and you can play your part. As a Metrology Engineer, within Mission Systems you’ll be part of an international company that’s continually innovating. Our aspirations are big – and you’ll help make them possible.
Mission Systems
Mission Systems forms a critical and growing part of Babcock’s Marine organisation. As a trusted provider for global defence & security, we have a wide portfolio of best-in-class technical solutions that enable our customers to carry out their missions. It’s an exciting and fast paced business carrying out a diverse range of activities. Mission Systems employs over 1,200 people across the UK and overseas with the largest sites based in Bristol.
The role
The difference our new Metrology Engineer will make
As a Metrology Engineer you’ll have a role that is challenging and ever evolving. Working within the manufacturing engineering team and with inspection and quality departments, you will take ownership of our inspection strategy and processes that support the current and future submarine capability within defence.
Day to day you’ll be shaping the way we inspect, plan and ensure we have the right equipment for our manufacturing needs. You will support the implementation of a measurement management system and its associated aspects. Create inspection processes for products and equipment, supporting the roll out and where necessary assisting the inspection process on the shop floor.
You will also need to trend and investigate non-conformances on our core products and processes, supporting the production facility to preserve quality at the best lead time and cost. Assistance in our current and future inspection capability will be crucial for our manufacturing pipeline.
This role is based on-site at our production facility in Ashton, Bristol.
Essential experience
HNC or equivalent within Metrology or an engineering discipline OR minimum 5 years’ experience in an inspection/metrology role alongside:
- Experience with change management in a manufacturing environment
- Knowledge in various inspection techniques (optical, contact and manual) and equipment
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes (machining, welding, assembly)
- Excellent communication and influencing attributes to work with all levels within the business
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to integrate and work well within various teams
- Maintains a positive approach and able to apply blue sky thinking
What we offer
Generous benefits including:
- Generous holiday allowance of 25 days plus 8 bank holidays
- Reservist in the armed forces receive 10 days special paid leave
- Matched contribution pension scheme up to 8% of salary, with life assurance
- Employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing
- Potential to develop your skills and experience
- Flexible benefits, including cycle to work scheme, discounts and our Share Ownership Scheme
- To work on some of the most exciting engineering projects this country has to offer
Babcock International
For over 130 years, we have helped to defend nations, protect communities and build a better world. To continue, we must adapt, advance and be a sustainable business with a shared goal. Change begins with our people and our shared Principles: be curious; be courageous; own and deliver; think: outcomes; collaborate; and be kind. These values not only guide the way we work, but also our efforts to reach net-zero carbon. Yes, our ambitions are big, but together, we can achieve them.
Armed Forces Covenant
We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant. . If you are a reservist in the armed forces, we provide up to ten days special paid leave in support of your training commitments.
Application Guidance
All applications should be made online. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
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