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Senior Metrology Technician – Medical Device

Purple Drive


Job Location:

Columbus, OH - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 14 October 2026 (11 days ago)
Application Deadline: 11 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Senior Metrology Technician - Medical Device

Location: Blue Ash Ohio
Experience: 8-10 years preferred; 4-12 years of hands-on experience considered

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Metrology Technician to perform advanced dimensional inspection and metrology activities for medical devices and precision-engineered components. The ideal candidate will have hands-on expertise in CMM programming optical measurement systems 3D scanning GD&T interpretation and quality measurement processes within a regulated manufacturing or medical device environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform contact and non-contact dimensional inspections on medical devices and precision components.

  • Program execute debug and analyze CMM measurements using PC-DMIS.

  • Develop and execute optical inspection programs using OGP SmartScope systems.

  • Operate Keyence measurement systems including VR-5000 VK-X1000 and VHX.

  • Generate 3D scan data and perform CAD overlay and dimensional analysis.

  • Interpret engineering drawings GD&T requirements datum reference frames and ASME Y14.5 standards.

  • Translate engineering test requests into appropriate measurement methods and inspection solutions.

  • Prepare review and maintain inspection procedures and measurement reports.

  • Perform Gage R&R Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and process capability studies.

  • Support supplier component validation product lifecycle investigations and engineering projects.

  • Maintain laboratory equipment calibration maintenance and operational readiness.

  • Train and mentor junior metrology technicians and prioritize inspection activities against project deadlines.

  • Follow applicable ISO 13485 FDA cGMP and laboratory documentation requirements.

  • Collaborate with engineering quality and cross-functional teams to resolve measurement issues.

Mandatory Technical Skills
  • 4-12 years of hands-on metrology and dimensional inspection experience.

  • At least 2 years of CMM programming and execution using PC-DMIS.

  • At least 2 years of OGP SmartScope vision system programming.

  • Strong understanding of complex engineering drawings GD&T and ASME Y14.5.

  • Experience with Keyence measurement systems and optical inspection equipment.

  • Knowledge of structured-light or white-light scanning such as GOM ATOS or equivalent.

  • Experience with Gage R&R MSA calibration and measurement data analysis.

  • At least 2 years in a regulated industry; medical device experience preferred.

  • Familiarity with ISO 13485 FDA requirements and cGMP documentation practices.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word with strong measurement calculations and trigonometry skills.

Preferred Skills
  • Experience with Geomagic PolyWorks VG Studio or similar digital metrology software.

  • Associate degree in a STEM field or equivalent laboratory experience; alternatively a bachelors degree in engineering technology or mechanical engineering.

  • Experience training or mentoring technicians.

  • Familiarity with Agile methodology and cross-functional engineering workflows.