Laser Scanner Technician
About The Position
The Laser Scanner Technician II/III operates laser scanning and metrology equipment to support tooling validation, manufacturing launches, dimensional analysis, facility projects, and continuous improvement. The role performs precise measurement and inspection of production parts, tooling, fixtures, equipment, and facilities to verify compliance with engineering specifications and customer requirements. The technician works closely with Product Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Tooling, Quality, Maintenance, and Launch teams. At the T3 level, the technician serves as a technical expert, leads complex scanning projects, mentors junior technicians, and supports cross-functional problem solving.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in dimensional inspection, metrology, laser scanning, tooling validation, or automotive manufacturing environments.
- Demonstrated experience leading complex measurement or launch-related projects.
- Proficiency with 3D laser scanning systems, mainly FARO.
- Experience with metrology software, mainly PolyWorks.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.
- Ability to analyze CAD models and scan data.
- Ability to create dimensional reports and inspection documentation.
- Ability to perform tolerance analysis and problem diagnosis.
- Knowledge of automotive tooling and manufacturing processes.
- Knowledge of dimensional control strategies, statistical measurement concepts, and quality systems and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 35 pounds.
- Ability to work in manufacturing and tooling environments, climb ladders, access elevated platforms, and work around industrial equipment.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Quality Technology, Metrology, or a related field; equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
- Experience with Hexagon, Leica, Creaform, or ZEISS scanning systems.
- Experience with Geomagic, SpatialAnalyzer, PC-DMIS, or GOM Inspect software.
Responsibilities
- Perform 3D laser scanning and dimensional inspection of components, assemblies, tooling, fixtures, dies, and manufacturing equipment.
- Generate point cloud data and CAD comparisons using metrology software.
- Analyze dimensional variation and identify deviations from engineering specifications.
- Create inspection reports, color maps, deviation analyses, and measurement summaries.
- Support tooling tryouts, production launches, engineering changes, and validation activities.
- Conduct first-piece inspections and product dimensional studies.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to evaluate tooling performance and manufacturing capability.
- Assist with root cause investigations concerning dimensional, quality, and fit-up issues.
- Maintain the calibration and accuracy of laser scanning and metrology equipment.
- Develop and improve scanning procedures, measurement techniques, and best practices.
- Travel to manufacturing facilities to support launches, tooling modifications, production issues, and facility measurement needs across the United States, Canada, and Mexico as required.
- Follow safety, quality, environmental, and company procedures.
- At the T3 level, lead complex scanning projects, mentor junior technicians, and support cross-functional problem-solving activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
