Calibration Technician I, Division Portable Metrology

Hexagon•Novi, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence is seeking a detail-oriented Calibration Technician to join their team. This role is responsible for calibrating, certifying, maintaining, and supporting Hexagon’s portable metrology products, including Absolute Arms, Laser Trackers, NextSense systems, and AICON Scanners. The Calibration Technician plays a critical role in ensuring products meet the highest standards of measurement accuracy, quality, and compliance with ISO 17025 and NIST traceability requirements. This position requires strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work with precision measuring equipment in a laboratory and production environment. Due to the nature of calibrating portable measuring arms, this is a physically active role that requires regularly lifting and maneuvering equipment weighing up to 80 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Strong mechanical aptitude with experience using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, procedures, and work instructions.
Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
High level of precision and attention to detail
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Frequently remain in a stationary position for extended periods while performing precision calibration activities.
Frequently bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and position equipment during calibration and testing.
Use manual dexterity to operate computers, calibration equipment, hand tools, and measuring instruments.
Regularly move throughout the laboratory, office, and manufacturing environments.
Frequently lift, carry, position, and maneuver equipment weighing up to 80 pounds as part of portable measuring arm calibration activities.
Have close vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus when inspecting precision components and measurement data.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or technical certification preferred.
Experience calibrating portable coordinate measuring machines (PCMMs), precision measuring equipment, industrial instrumentation, or similar equipment preferred.
Experience using calibration software is preferred.
Experience working in an ISO 17025 accredited calibration laboratory.
Familiarity with metrology software and quality management systems.

Responsibilities

Perform accurate calibration and certification of Hexagon portable metrology products in accordance with ISO 17025, NIST traceability requirements, and established quality procedures.
Verify measurement accuracy and ensure all calibration activities meet internal and customer quality standards.
Generate calibration certificates and reports using SMax and other calibration software.
Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair portable metrology equipment as needed.
Ensure all company-owned calibration equipment, tools, and measurement devices remain calibrated and in proper working condition.
Identify equipment issues and recommend corrective actions or upgrades.
Maintain complete and accurate calibration records, reports, certificates, and service documentation.
Follow documented work instructions, quality procedures, and safety guidelines.
Support ISO 17025 compliance initiatives and internal quality audits.
Assist with root cause analysis and resolution of equipment performance issues.
Participate in process improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Support engineering, manufacturing, service, and quality teams on calibration-related activities.
Assist with special projects and additional duties as assigned.
Provide guidance and training to less experienced technicians.
Share technical expertise and support continuous development within the calibration team.