Senior Engineer, Metrology

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, precision, and reliability of measurement systems used in manufacturing. It focuses on the application and maintenance of measurement equipment and standards, ensuring that all measurements taken in a given environment are consistent, traceable, and compliant with industry standards. The role also includes product-specific measurement planning and test method development to ensure that the measurement system is tailored to the product’s specific needs, helping to guarantee that the final product meets quality standards and regulatory requirements.

What will you be doing?

• This role is responsible for developing customized measurement programs tailored to new and existing products. This includes identifying appropriate metrology equipment, methods, tools, and techniques to ensure that measurement programs align with product design specifications, tolerances, and quality requirements. The role also involves designing and optimizing testing methods for key product characteristics such as dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and functional performance.
• In addition, the position requires validating measurement equipment and techniques to ensure they are fit for purpose and capable of delivering reliable results before products are released for production. The role also supports issue resolution by investigating measurement discrepancies, diagnosing equipment failures, implementing corrective actions, and maintaining compliance with internal and external audit requirements.
• Beyond technical responsibilities, the role plays a key part in educating production teams, engineers, and quality personnel on proper measurement practices and the importance of metrology. Acting as a subject matter expert, the role also explores emerging technologies to enhance measurement accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, ultimately contributing to continuous improvement and product quality assurance.

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Work / Life Balance : Flexible Personal / Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day

Your Wellbeing : Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program

Flexibility : Hybrid Work Model (For most professional roles)

Training : Hands-On, Team-Customized, Mentorship

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