Metrology Engineer

Overview 3 Key Consulting is hiring a Metrology Engineer for a consulting engagement with our direct client, a leading global biopharmaceutical company. Job Title: Metrology Engineer - (JP14574) Location: Thousand Oaks, CA. 91320 Employment Type: Contract Business Unit: Engineering Business Ops Duration: 1+ years (with likely extensions and/or conversion to permanent) Posting Date: 09/23/25 Pay Rate: $62 - $67/hour W2 Notes: Only qualified candidates need apply. Fully onsite at Thousand Oaks, CA. Top Must Have Skills The Metrology Engineer role requires a candidate with extensive gas flow calibration experience and the capability to design, install, and validate complex calibration and measurement systems with minimal supervision. The position necessitates knowledge of GMP or GXP environments and expertise across multiple measurement disciplines, including pneumatic/fluid flow, pressure, electronics (AC/DC), and temperature. The candidate is expected to collaborate with various departments and client sites globally to implement a calibration control program. Day to Day Responsibilities Develop calibration procedures and job tasks along with associated training materials. Apply strong understanding of flow, electrical, torque, and temperature instrument standards. Understand measurement uncertainty analysis for primary and working standards as well as process instrumentation. Identify and determine new standards to support instrumentation and metrology calibrations. Utilize technical troubleshooting skills for instrument standards. Comprehend ISO and related standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 17025, and ANSI Z540 in calibration and quality contexts. Conduct vendor quality audits of calibration service suppliers and manage vendor quality issues. Experience with CMMS systems like SAP, Maximo and MOX, and interface with corporate facilities teams on calibration matters. Provide technical consultation on measurement problems and lead technical project teams. Support deviation investigations, reverse traceability assessments, and implement corrective and preventive actions related to calibration and measurement issues. Assist in engineering and performance assessments for new technologies supporting standards, manufacturing, process development, and research equipment. Basic Qualifications Master’s degree OR Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience OR Associate’s degree and 6 years of experience OR High school diploma / GED and 8 years of experience A minimum of ten years of experience in metrology engineering, preferably at a large company’s primary standards laboratory or in a comparable technical role involving advanced measurement engineering principles and complex technical assignments. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Physics. At least seven years of engineering experience in pharmaceutical or aerospace metrology or related fields is required This position demands a highly skilled engineer with deep expertise in metrology and calibration within regulated pharmaceutical settings, capable of leading technical projects and ensuring compliance with quality standards worldwide. Employee Value Proposition Unique industry opportunity Career growth Networking Interview process Video conference We invite qualified candidates to send your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io. If you decide that you’re not interested in pursuing this particular position, please feel free to take a look at the other positions on our website You are also welcome to share this opportunity with anyone you think might be interested in applying for this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr