Application Engineer
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Job description
We are looking for a CMM Applications Engineer to join a growing metrology team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an engineering or quality background who wants to develop into a fully competent CMM Applications and Training Engineer, with comprehensive on-the-job training provided. You do not need to be an expert from day one. The successful candidate will be supported and mentored by experienced engineers, gaining hands-on experience in CMM programming, inspection, customer support, and software training as skills and confidence grow. This is a varied, practical role that combines office-based programming and reporting with customer interaction, onsite support, and long-term career development within precision metrology. What You ll Be Learning & Doing Your responsibilities as a CMM Applications Engineer will expand to include:
- Reading and interpreting engineering drawings
- Learning to program CMMs using industry-leading software
- Creating clear inspection reports and presenting measurement results
- Supporting customers with technical and software queries (remote and onsite)
- Assisting with demonstrations and eventually delivering customer training
- Carrying out onsite measurement and inspection activities
- Working with portable measuring equipment and scanning technologies
- Building strong relationships with customers and internal teams
- Managing your workload effectively while working independently
Requirements
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Background in engineering, manufacturing, quality, or metrology
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Willingness to learn and develop new technical skills
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PC-DMIS experience using software
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Strong communication skills and a professional attitude
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Comfortable working independently once trained
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Full UK driving licence Desirable (but not required training can be provided):
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Exposure to CMMs, inspection, or quality processes
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Awareness of CAD, metrology, or inspection software
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Customer-facing or technical support experience If this Trainee CMM Applications Engineer sounds like a role that would match your skills and experience, we would love to hear from you and look forward to discussing your application in more detail.