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Senior Product Inspection Engineer

Tiger Resourcing Group
Full-time
On-site
Gillingham, Kent, United Kingdom
Inspector / Non Destructive Tester

Senior Product Inspection Engineer


The Product Inspection function provides measurement expertise to support key engineering activities from product performance validation to new product development. We have a great opportunity for an experienced engineer to join a diverse team of inspection engineers and technicians, using state-of-the-art measurement technologies and facilities to support the development of cutting-edge ICE technology towards achieving carbon-free goal.


Key responsibilities:
  • Carry out dimensional and surface measurement according to design specifications, using microscope, hand gauges, contact and optical measurement systems.

  • Produce detailed inspection report and communicate technical information effectively with key stakeholders.

  • Lead inspection method, measurement process development and continuous quality improvement.

  • Innovation and lean process development.

  • Collaborate with colleagues, customers, suppliers, research new technology to improve

    department capability to meet product development and programme needs.

  • Supervise junior engineers and students.

  • Equipment calibration and maintenance.

  • Ensure EH&S and Quality Management System conformance (IATF 16949).

  • Support department targets, budget, performance metrics and quality standards.


What we’re looking for:
  • Degree in appropriate engineering discipline + 5 years’ experience.

  • Master’s degree in metrology or precision engineering discipline.

  • NPL Dimensional Measurement Certificate – Level 1 & 2 would be beneficial.

  • Proven experience in automotive sectors and precision engineering. Knowledge of diesel

    common rail fuel injection systems, test environments and diesel engines is a plus.

  • Solid fundamental knowledge of dimensional metrology principles and best practices.

  • Proven experience with surface finish measurement.

  • Experience with manual and digital microscopes, contact and optical 3D metrology

    equipment.

  • Data driven mindset, experience in applying design for inspection and statistical analysis.

  • Applied knowledge of traceability, measurement uncertainty, gauge R&R, Measurement

    System Analysis (MSA).

  • Experience with writing measurement programme and process automation.

  • Experience with imaging processing.

  • Ability to interpret complex engineering drawings and GD&T specifications.

  • 3D CAD experience.

  • Programming skills using Matlab, Python and VBA.

  • Experience of mentoring apprentices or junior engineers.

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  • To be a self-starter, self-motivated and willingness to learn new skills.

  • Solid problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to work under pressure willing to go the extra mile.

  • Good understanding of 5S and workplace organisation.