Metrology Engineer

Slate Auto•Warsaw, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Slate is seeking a motivated Metrology Engineer to join its growing team at its manufacturing facility in Warsaw, Indiana. The role is intended for someone with developing engineering experience who wants to build skills in metrology, manufacturing quality, and laboratory operations. The engineer will work with experienced engineers and with quality and production teams, contributing to product quality and continuous improvement while gaining hands-on exposure to measurement technologies and manufacturing launch environments. The position supports calibration, measurement, testing, inspection, verification, and laboratory operations under established procedures and industry standards, including ISO 17025. It involves learning to use and maintain measurement equipment, documenting procedures and results, troubleshooting with guidance from senior engineers, supporting audits and improvement activities, and following safety and quality protocols. Applicants must be permanently authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

Related experience in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or similar): 8 or more years with a bachelor's degree, 6 years with a master's degree, or 3 years with a PhD, or equivalent experience.
Ability to quickly learn metrology software.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, for data analysis and communication.
Willingness to learn GD&T and read technical drawings.
Strong teamwork mindset and willingness to collaborate across functions.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage tasks in a fast-paced engineering environment.
Comfort performing hands-on work, including lifting or handling equipment up to 50 lbs as needed.
Permanent authorization to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

Experience with PolyWorks, ZEISS Inspect Pro, ATOS ScanBox, or scanning arms.
Basic understanding of manufacturing or quality concepts such as APQP, PPAP, MSA, and SPC.

Responsibilities

Support calibration, measurement, and testing of equipment and components using established procedures and industry standards, such as ISO 17025.
Learn to operate and maintain metrology equipment, including blue-light laser scanners, portable scanning arms, hand gauges, and other measurement tools.
Perform routine inspections and verification activities to ensure measurement accuracy and system reliability.
Document calibration procedures, inspection results, and equipment records with strong attention to detail.
Support day-to-day laboratory operations, including instrument upkeep and quality assurance practices.
Assist with troubleshooting measurement systems and laboratory equipment under the guidance of senior engineers.
Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to support manufacturing, launch, and research activities.
Participate in internal audits, reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Follow safety and quality protocols to maintain a safe and compliant laboratory and manufacturing environment.
Learn new tools, software, and measurement methods as technologies and processes evolve.
Perform other duties related to metrology and laboratory support as assigned.