Advanced Technician - Metrology
LocationCoventry, England, United Kingdom
Posted At2/26/2026
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Description
The Vacancy
Ansty Park, Coventry
Permanent ¦ 36 hours per week (4‑ or 5‑day week)
£35,000 per annum (DOE)
Excellent benefits including Vitality Medical, Pension, Tusker Car Scheme & Cycle‑to‑Work
Shape the Future of UK Manufacturing
The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is a world‑leading research and development organisation, bringing together cutting‑edge technology, industry expertise, and some of the brightest engineering minds in the world. With state-of-the-art facilities and a mission to accelerate UK manufacturing capability, we support hundreds of industrial clients across aerospace, automotive, rail, energy and more.
Supported by Innovate UK and part of the High Value Manufacturing Catapult, the MTC offers an environment where ambition, innovation and engineering excellence thrive.
About The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Metrology or NDT professional who wants to expand their expertise and work with advanced measurement technologies across high‑profile, multi‑sector projects. Whether you’re already an expert or looking to broaden your skill set, the MTC offers outstanding opportunities for cross‑training and development.
You’ll join a collaborative, supportive team working with some of the most advanced Metrology and NDT equipment available anywhere in the UK.
Key Responsibilities
Ansty Park, Coventry
Permanent ¦ 36 hours per week (4‑ or 5‑day week)
£35,000 per annum (DOE)
Excellent benefits including Vitality Medical, Pension, Tusker Car Scheme & Cycle‑to‑Work
Shape the Future of UK Manufacturing
The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is a world‑leading research and development organisation, bringing together cutting‑edge technology, industry expertise, and some of the brightest engineering minds in the world. With state-of-the-art facilities and a mission to accelerate UK manufacturing capability, we support hundreds of industrial clients across aerospace, automotive, rail, energy and more.
Supported by Innovate UK and part of the High Value Manufacturing Catapult, the MTC offers an environment where ambition, innovation and engineering excellence thrive.
About The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Metrology or NDT professional who wants to expand their expertise and work with advanced measurement technologies across high‑profile, multi‑sector projects. Whether you’re already an expert or looking to broaden your skill set, the MTC offers outstanding opportunities for cross‑training and development.
You’ll join a collaborative, supportive team working with some of the most advanced Metrology and NDT equipment available anywhere in the UK.
Key Responsibilities
You’ll play a critical role in delivering precision measurement and inspection activities, including:
Dimensional Inspection & Advanced Measurement
Using technologies such as:
We’re interested in candidates from a range of technical backgrounds, especially those with experience in:
Essential
Dimensional Inspection & Advanced Measurement
Using technologies such as:
- CMM programming (Quindos, Modus, Polyworks)
- X‑ray Computed Tomography (VGStudioMAX)
- GOM 3D structured‑light scanning (GOM Inspect)
- Leica Laser Trackers (AT960 T‑Probe & ATS600)
- Romer scanning arms
- Surface roughness measurement (Alicona & Sensofar)
- Maintain a safe working environment, following MTC H&S protocols
- Follow route cards, procedures and work instructions
- Train colleagues and supervise apprentices
- Conduct preventative equipment maintenance
- Support manufacturing engineers with estimates, lead times and route cards
- Arrange OEM maintenance, calibrations and assist with commissioning new equipment
- Contribute to problem‑solving and continuous improvement activity
We’re interested in candidates from a range of technical backgrounds, especially those with experience in:
Essential
- Tactile dimensional measurement (CMM, first principles)
- Non‑contact data capture (laser scanning, 3D optical scanning)
- Software such as Polyworks, SpatialAnalyzer, GOM Inspect, Quindos, Modus
- GD&T interpretation (2D + 3D), alignment methods and coordinate systems
- Understanding of BS8888 drawing standards
- Experience in dimensional Metrology using CMMs, laser trackers, structured‑light scanners, measurement arms or surface‑finish systems
The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) is an internationally renowned and respected research and development organisation, bridging the gap between academia and manufacturing, and is home to some of the brightest minds in engineering from around the globe.
The MTC's engineers, scientists and technicians work with some of the most advanced manufacturing equipment in the world in a supportive and collegiate environment for the development and demonstration of new technologies on an industrial scale, helping manufacturers of all sizes develop new and innovative processes and technologies.
Established to prove cutting edge manufacturing advances in an agile environment in partnership with industry, academia and other institutions, the MTC works with hundreds of industrial clients across a range of sectors including automotive, aerospace, rail, informatics, food and drink, infrastructure, construction and civil engineering, electronics, oil and gas and defence. The MTC helps businesses thrive by advancing their technological and engineering capabilities to improve their business efficiency, capability and competitiveness.
Supported by one of the largest public sector investments in UK Manufacturing, the MTC's engineering capabilities cover research and development, advanced manufacturing management, factory design and training for the skills of the future.
The MTC has world-class facilities in Coventry, Liverpool and Oxford, and is part of the UK's High Value Manufacturing Catapult, supported by Innovate UK.
Reference Checks and Security Checks (where applicable)
Due to the nature of our business, all employment is subject to satisfactory references being obtained alongside a level of security clearance checks.