Job Overview
The Calibration Engineer is responsible for leading and managing the plant's Calibration Laboratory operations while ensuring the integrity, compliance, and effectiveness of the calibration management system. This position oversees calibration processes, metrology activities, laboratory personnel, and external calibration services to support manufacturing operations and maintain compliance with customer, regulatory, and quality requirements.
The role requires a strong balance between technical expertise, operational execution, and leadership capabilities, driving continuous improvement initiatives and fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and quality throughout the organization.
Job Requirements
Essential Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the daily operation of the Calibration Laboratory.
- Ensure all measuring and test equipment are calibrated, maintained, and controlled in accordance with established procedures and applicable standards.
- Administer and continuously improve the site Calibration Management System, ensuring measurement traceability to national and international standards.
- Coordinate internal and external calibration activities while optimizing laboratory resources and service providers.
- Provide technical guidance in metrology, measurement systems, calibration methods, and equipment capability.
- Supervise, coach, and develop laboratory and calibration personnel to ensure high levels of performance and engagement.
- Support manufacturing, quality, engineering, and operations teams by providing timely calibration and metrology services.
- Develop and monitor key performance indicators related to calibration compliance, laboratory efficiency, and equipment availability.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, quality management systems, and applicable industry regulations.
- Support internal, customer, and third-party audits related to calibration, metrology, and measurement systems.
- Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on process efficiency, cost reduction, and operational excellence.
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety requirements.
- Collaborate with external calibration suppliers and technical partners to guarantee service quality and responsiveness.
What your background should look like
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in Calibration, Metrology, Quality Engineering, or Laboratory Management within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of calibration systems, metrology principles, and measurement uncertainty concepts.
- Experience managing calibration databases and equipment calibration programs.
- Demonstrated leadership experience supervising technical personnel.
- Intermediate to advanced English proficiency, both written and verbal.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive organizational improvements.
Preferred
- Experience within Aerospace, Medical Device, or Automotive industries.
- Knowledge of ISO 17025 requirements and laboratory best practices.
- Familiarity with GD&T and ASME Y14.5 standards.
- Experience supporting customer, regulatory, and certification audits.
- Continuous Improvement certification or experience applying Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
AVE. PRODUCCION #20
TIJUANA, Baja California 92154
Mexico