Metrology Inspection Specialist

Sigma Design is a product development, engineering, and manufacturing firm. Based out of the Pacific Northwest, we offer innovative concept through production services to diverse clients around the globe. Sigma Design believes in hiring, developing, and recognizing the best. We offer competitive compensation, a 401(k) with up to 4% company match, quarterly bonus program, 15-days of accrued PTO and 9 company paid holidays. In addition, Sigma Design has multiple options for medical insurance and dental insurance. We also offer voluntary benefits: vision, long-term disability, and life insurance. 

Position Details:

• The hiring range for this role is typically between $30 and $38, with the full range extending to $45, based on experience, internal equity, and career progression
• This position will be In-Office

Primary Function: 

The Metrology Inspection Specialist is responsible for performing quality inspections across all stages of productions from incoming materials through fabrication, assembly, and final shipment. This position is part of the EHSQ team within Corporate Services, ensuring independence from production and eliminating conflicts of interest, while working in close partnership with Operations and Engineering. 

Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities: 

• Inspect machined/fabricated/3D printed/welded parts  
• Interpret and verify against engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications. 
• Inspect and verify conformance of visual requirements, dimensions, surface finishes, mechanical tolerances, and electrical functionality using tools such as calipers, micrometers, multimeters, and metrology equipment. 
• Program and operate Metrology equipment such as CMM’s, Vision Systems (OMMs) and Scanners to perform dimensional inspections for FAIs, in-process and final inspections. 
• Work closely with the machine shop to verify and improve products in production.  
• Perform necessary preventative maintenance and maintain calibration of Metrology equipment.  
• Interpret and verify against engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications. 
• Execute final inspections of completed assemblies to ensure readiness for shipment and compliance with project requirements. 
• Document inspection results clearly and accurately in both written and digital formats. 
• Identify, document, and escalate non-conformances to the appropriate teams in a timely and professional manner. 
• Collaborate with engineering, assembly, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues and suggest procedural improvements. 
• Utilize QCBD for input and tracking of quality issues. 
• Assist with tool calibration events.  
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the development of inspection procedures and quality standards. 
• Follows all safe work practices & safety rules. 
• Communicates recommendations to modify processes to improve productivity and quality. 
• Perform other tasks as assigned. 
• Follow Business Technology policies to protect sensitive data and reduce information security occurrences.  

Education and Experience: (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities) 

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience required. 
• Minimum of 3 years relevant work experience preferred. 
• Understanding of GD&T Y14.5 and its application.  
• Strong understanding of Cartesian Coordinate Systems (X,Y,Z) 
• Experience utilizing metrology equipment such as CMMs, Visions Systems, Scanners. 
• Zeiss Calypso, OGP Zone3, Zeiss GOM software experience preferred. 
• Strong written and verbal English language communication skills. 
• Excellent teamwork/interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively internally and externally with clients.  
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, both within and outside one's own work group. 
• Demonstrate commitment and adherence to Sigma Design Core Values. 
• Pass a post-offer background verification. 
• May be required to pass a pre-employment and periodic job-related vision screening as a condition of employment. Corrective lenses (glasses or contact lenses) may be used to meet the required vision standards.

Work Environment:  

Production/Office: Assembly/shop/production environment, working with or around various types of machinery. Appropriate safety garments (PPE) must be worn. Occasionally may be required to work in environmental conditions that emulate typical user environments in order to facilitate design testing and validation. Occasionally may be required to travel as required to other facilities, clients, or suppliers. Standard office environment with normal office related conditions.

Sigma Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer