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Metrology Engineer / Metrologist

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In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in India
Entry level
In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in India
Entry level
Perform daily depot calibrations of test and measurement equipment, meet promised turnaround times, implement calibration procedures per Fluke and ISO 17025 requirements, support NPI and new capability setup with the lab manager, and perform other tasks as assigned.
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Position Title

Metrology Engineer / Metrologist

Location: Bangalore, India
Reporting To: India Service Operations Manager / Laboratory Manager
Work Mode: Full-time Onsite

Position Summary

The Quality & Metrology Engineer is responsible for supporting calibration, metrology, and quality activities within the India Service Laboratory. The role is responsible for ensuring calibration accuracy, maintaining metrological traceability, supporting ISO/IEC 17025 and NABL compliance, and contributing to new capability development for Fluke's Test & Measurement service business in India.

This position will play a key role in laboratory operations, helping improve calibration quality, technical capability, productivity, and customer satisfaction. The successful candidate will work closely with laboratory leadership, global metrology experts, and cross-functional teams to support calibration services, capability expansion, process automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical knowledge of Test & Measurement instruments, calibration principles, and quality systems with hands-on laboratory experience and a passion for process improvement and automation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Calibration & Metrology Operations

  • Perform calibration of Test & Measurement equipment in accordance with Fluke procedures and ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
  • Execute daily calibration activities and achieve committed Turn-Around-Time (TAT) targets.
  • Maintain metrological traceability of calibration standards and reference equipment.
  • Prepare calibration reports and certificates with high technical accuracy.
  • Support troubleshooting and technical investigation of complex calibration issues.

2. Quality & Compliance

  • Support implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the laboratory quality management system.
  • Ensure compliance with: 
    • ISO/IEC 17025
    • NABL accreditation requirements
    • Fluke Quality Management System
  • Support internal audits, external audits, proficiency testing, and corrective action activities.
  • Maintain controlled procedures, technical records, and quality documentation.

3. Capability Development & NPI Support

  • Support deployment of new calibration and repair capabilities.
  • Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) service readiness activities.
  • Assist with validation of calibration methods and technical procedures.
  • Work with global metrology teams to transfer knowledge and best practices.
  • Support laboratory expansion projects and capability roadmap execution.

4. Automation & Continuous Improvement

  • Support the team with MVS procedure automation, including development, validation, optimization, and deployment of automated calibration procedures.
  • Identify opportunities to improve calibration efficiency, quality, consistency, and productivity.
  • Support digitalization and automation initiatives within laboratory operations.
  • Participate in continuous improvement projects using FBS, Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies.

5. Technical Support & Collaboration

  • Work closely with Service Engineers, Quality teams, Engineering teams, and Global Metrology teams to resolve technical issues.
  • Support investigation of customer escalations related to calibration quality and technical performance.
  • Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing within the laboratory.
  • Contribute to a culture of quality, safety, teamwork, and continuous learning.

Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in: 
    • Electronics Engineering
    • Electrical Engineering
    • Instrumentation Engineering
    • Metrology
    • Physics
    • Other relevant technical disciplines

Experience

  • 3-8 years of experience in calibration, metrology, laboratory operations, quality engineering, or Test & Measurement services.
  • Experience working within ISO17025 accredited laboratories.
  • Experience supporting calibration and measurement activities.

Technical Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of: 
    • Calibration principles
    • Measurement uncertainty
    • Traceability requirements
    • Test & Measurement equipment
  • Familiarity with NABL accreditation requirements.
  • Ability to interpret technical specifications and calibration procedures.
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Fluke, Tektronix, Keysight, Rohde & Schwarz, or equivalent Test & Measurement equipment.
  • Experience with MVS procedure development and automation.
  • Experience with Python, LabVIEW, MET/CAL, MET/TEAM, or related automation tools.
  • Experience supporting new capability setup and NPI projects.
  • Knowledge of root cause analysis, CAPA, and quality improvement methodologies.

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