Applications Engineer - Metrology

About the role

Zero Touch Metrology, part of Sandvik, is seeking an Applications Engineer to join our growing engineering team. This role supports the development and execution of advanced metrology capabilities for Zero Touch™ systems, providing expertise in both contact and non-contact metrology, developing inspection strategies, and performing statistical and dimensional analysis of customer parts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute inspection strategies and Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Perform statistical analysis, measurement system analysis (MSA), and R&R studies
• Measure and validate dimensional data using contact and non-contact tools
• Analyze measurement results against customer, internal, and industry standards
• Identify root causes of measurement deviations and recommend corrective actions
• Apply scientific methods to document assumptions, hypotheses, and conclusions
• Act as technical liaison and prepare performance and capability reports
• Develop CMM programs, inspection routines, macros, and reporting tools
• Define inspection protocols and coordinate systems based on CAD models
• Create 3D measurement references and inspection data using CAD tools
• Evaluate sensor performance and recommend improvements
• Support system development, debugging, and release, including functional and factory acceptance testing (FAT)
• Support integration, testing, and debugging of systems
• Contribute to system and equipment design and continuous improvement
• Supervise installation and ensure systems meet performance specifications
• Contribute to user manuals, technical documentation, and training materials
• Provide cross-functional technical support and training

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent)
• 3–6+ years of relevant experience, including:
• 2+ years in applications engineering
• 3+ years developing metrology inspection strategies
• 3+ years working with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor)
• Experience in CMM and metrology environments preferred