Calibration Engineer

1. Job Purpose

As a Calibration Engineer, you will be responsible for performing calibration inspections and measurements, providing technical guidance and specifications to trainees, and maintaining accurate, auditable calibration records.

You will ensure all data is recorded and managed in accordance with established procedures using calibration management systems.

2. Job Accountabilities

• Calibration of mechanical measuring equipment, including micrometers, callipers, torque wrenches and crimp tools.
• Calibration of electrical equipment, including multimeters, insulation testers and LCR meters.
• Calibration of specialist products, where appropriate to the individual.
• Repair and fault-finding to component level.
• Maintaining the serviceability of all tools and test equipment used for calibration.
• Maintaining the calibration database, filing system, calibration certification and associated files.
• Providing on-the-job training and mentoring at all levels, as required.
• Assisting in the development and improvement of inspection and calibration procedures.
• Participating in internal and external audits, as required.
• Ensuring that all mandatory and legislative quality, health, safety and environmental requirements are implemented at all times.
• Supporting process improvement and functional development.
• Liaising with internal and external auditors.

4. Key Dimensions and Related Job Results

The role has an impact on the following areas:

• Financial performance
• Compliance performance
• Safety performance
• Safety culture
• Company reputation

5. Operating Environment

The role is based in a calibration laboratory near Stansted Airport, Essex.

6. Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge

6.1 Qualifications and Education

A technical engineering qualification at one of the following levels:

• Degree
• HND
• HNC
• NVQ/BTEC Level 3 or above

6.2 Skills and Abilities

• Practical experience in calibration activities within a laboratory or technical environment.
• Knowledge of UKAS ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation requirements and calibration certification processes.
• Understanding of calibration uncertainty budgets, principles, practices and theories.
• Ability to perform calibration tasks in accordance with established procedures and quality standards.
• Ability to maintain accurate calibration records and documentation.
• Proficiency in Windows-based software and laboratory automation systems, including Microsoft Excel.
• Full UK driving licence.