Career Opportunities

Location: Redmond, WA
Work requirements: Full-time / On Site
Compensation: $37 - $44 hourly / Full Benefits
U.S. Citizen / Green Card Required

Quala is seeking a skilled Metrology Technician to join our service team that is working with a leading consumer electronics company in Redmond WA.  This is an opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art prototyping lab alongside a multidisciplinary team of engineers who specialize in iterative prototyping and mechanical testing for next-generation consumer electronic devices. The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on projects, programming and operating optical and coordinate measurement machines (OMM and CMM) and learning something new daily. This will be a fast-paced, hands-on, on-site role.
In this role, you will apply a wide variety of tools to assist engineers with failure analysis, development, and production-related tasks. This position offers the opportunity to use a large variety of state-of-the-art dimensional inspection equipment and software to improve product quality. Responsibilities include CMM/OMM programming, equipment maintenance/calibration, and inspection-related consultations.

Responsibilities:

• Inspect critical dimensions on parts and assemblies
• Routinely calibrate equipment to maintain traceability
• Analyze measured data in Geomagic Control or similar applications
• Operate high-accuracy inspection equipment such as CMMs, OMMs, 3D scanners, and/or surface profilometers
• Communicate with engineers and designers to establish expectations and interpret results
• Read and understand mechanical drawings and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) per ASME Y14.5

Basic Qualifications:
·        Excellent understanding of dimensional metrology concepts
·        General knowledge of applicable dimensional inspection standards
·        General knowledge of available measurement technologies
·        Passion for dimensional metrology, quality, and inspection topics
·        Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) ASME Y14.5-2009 expertise
·        Ability to read, interpret, and proofread mechanical drawings
·        Proficiency operating CMMs, OMMs, structured light 3D scanners, and/or surface profilometers
·        Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while juggling multiple priorities
·        Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Desired Skills:
·        Experience with dimensional analysis software
·        Any applicable ASQ certifications such as CCT or CQI