Metrologist

Job Description:

Bring precision to performance – help shape the future of automotive innovation with world-class measurement expertise.

About the Role

The Powertrain Metrology Laboratory plays a key role within Powertrain Build and Test Operations (EO-10), delivering high-quality measurement data and technical support to projects across the organisation. From engineering development and prototype builds to root cause analysis and warranty recovery, our work is critical to ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and performance of our vehicles.

As a Metrologist, you will join a highly skilled team dedicated to delivering precise measurement services for a wide variety of automotive components. Your expertise will ensure our engineers, designers, and test teams have the data they need to make informed, high-impact decisions.

Metrologist – Powertrain Metrology Laboratory

Location: Coventry

Hours: 40 hours per week

Contract: 6 month Contract

Salary/Rate: £25.00 (Outside IR35)

Key Responsibilities

• Perform precision measurement of a wide range of automotive components using portable metrology equipment (e.g., Romer Arm, Faro, GOM).
• Generate accurate, detailed measurement reports and data outputs for engineering and quality teams.
• Work in line with defined processes to ensure consistency and quality.
• Provide technical support and consultation to internal customers.
• Maintain high standards of safety, housekeeping, and equipment care in line with company policy.
• Champion collaborative working, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement across the team.

What You’ll Need

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong knowledge of metrology principles and measurement equipment.
• Experience with portable metrology systems (ideally Romer Arm with scanning and probing, GOM, or Faro).
• Proficiency in Polyworks or similar metrology software.
• Ability to confidently read and interpret engineering drawings (GD&T).
• Computer literate with strong attention to detail and a focus on quality.
• Effective communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Awareness of Health & Safety and environmental practices (Risk Assessment, COSHH).
• Experience with 5S principles and basic equipment maintenance.
• Positive, flexible attitude with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• CMM programming experience using Quindos, PC-DMIS, or Calypso.
• Exposure to product development environments.
• Knowledge of Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA).
• Familiarity with automotive standards (ISO/IATF 16949, ISO 17025).
• Experience working with powertrain components.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a state-of-the-art facility with industry-leading equipment.
• Play a key role in delivering measurement data that directly impacts vehicle quality and performance.
• Collaborate with skilled engineers and technicians across multiple disciplines.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training in metrology.
• Be part of a team that values precision, collaboration, and innovation.

If you’re ready to use your metrology expertise to help drive world-class automotive engineering, we’d love to hear from you.

G&P is a world-leading quality management services provider, supporting manufacturers in the automotive, defence, aerospace and industrial sectors, and their associated supply chains, to transform quality and efficiency levels.

With over 30 years of experience, we provide tailored solutions through senior management support and expert personnel from our dedicated talent division. Through our award-winning engineering, technical, inspection and talent services, we help businesses minimise risk, maximise performance and achieve operational excellence.

Operating from strategic hubs in six countries, we continue to grow across new sectors, always focused on eliminating disruptions and supporting our clients’ drive to zero defects.

G&P is an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.