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JTEKT Automotive Mexico · 1 month ago

Principal Metrology Engineer

7 Research Dr, Greenville, SC 29607, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

JTEKT Automotive Mexico is seeking a Principal Metrology Engineer to provide measurement services that support product development and manufacturing processes. The role focuses on leading metrological work, developing gaging methods, and supporting production and new business launches.

Automotive

Responsibilities

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

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 appropriate; assists with training technical staff to maintain/improve lab capability

Works alongside with Metrology Lab Manager, Metrology Consultant, and with Application and Product Engineering management to identify gaps in capability to support new product/business launches; directly supports and/or leads project teams (as appropriate) to develop new gages or gaging methods; trains staff in current and new techniques as needed/appropriate

Works with lab managers to secure technician support as needed

Perform other duties as assigned

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, though providing specific task direction to technicians is expected

May be called upon to participate or lead a Cross-Functional Project Team if required

Qualification

Metrology equipment expertiseGD&T applicationProgramming metrology equipmentData acquisition systemsQuality management systemsMechanical systems knowledgeElectrical systems knowledgeTSK Calypso programmingCommunication skillsTeam skills