Metrology Engineering Technical Leader

Company: Ametek, Inc.
Location: Richmond
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

Metrology Engineering Technical Leader



ZYGO Corporation is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced optical metrology systems and ultra-precise optical components and assemblies. Our mission is to enable customer success by delivering innovative precision metrology and optical solutions. ZYGO's metrology products measure absolute position, displacement, surface shape and texture and film thickness. Applications for our metrology products are diverse and include semiconductor manufacturing, precision machining and optical manufacturing. Our optics business leverages ZYGO's expertise in optical design and assembly and high-volume manufacturing of precision optical components and systems for aerospace, defense, medical and industrial applications.



The Metrology Engineering Technical Leader will provide technical leadership and tactical direction for the EPO Metrology Engineering Team. He/she is responsible for continuous improvement in terms of measurements processes, technical compliance, equipment efficiency and utilization, calibration, data quality and production measurement feedback. This position will provide technical guidance for a dynamic team whose responsibilities encompass early-stage test concepts for business development, metrology test plans for new products, procedures and documentation, training, and transfer to operations.



To be successful in this position, the candidate should have proven experience with technical leadership and direction for a team of talented engineers and technicians who specialize in the measurement and analysis of high precision optical surfaces, components, and related products. You will also need to have excellent communication skills in order to routinely update the leadership and other company executives on activities and performance.





Basic Duties and Responsibilities:

Identify, plan and manage multiple concurrent metrology engineering projects while ensuring their success in meeting their respective objectives and deadlines
Directly contribute to metrology test plans, error budgets, documentation, and training
Develop and manage a system for monitoring and improving stability and accuracy of metrology equipment, including but not limited to: calibration plans, preventative maintenance, cleanliness, proactive failure mode analysis and repairs
Drive excellence and continuous improvement in extreme precision optical components metrology methods
Proactively identify single points of failure, and propose and implement solutions
Develop and define optics testing procedures and analysis and convert to automated/reproducible process for implementation in optics production.
Work with Manufacturing and Quality Engineering peers to identify, plan and implement process improvements using Statistical Process Controls - Standardize/Document, Measure, Compare, Correct.
Review product requirements with Project Engineering and Operations to ensure compatibility of testing methods.
Provide work leadership and training to professional staff and production staff.
Ultimately responsible for accuracy of all data generated by metrology personnel and equipment



Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Excellent organizational and technical leadership skills to manage a team of engineers and technical staff
Proven multitasking skills and the ability to work under extreme pressure
Excellent analytical skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven track record of achieving results against specific goals
Strategic expertise with an action-oriented perspective, sound problem analysis and logical thinking with the ability to develop effective solutions and execution to achieve desired results
Ability to initiate and implement continuous improvement projects addressing operational efficiency; product costs and performance/output in response to operational objectives; budget parameters; and customer demands
Demonstrate a high level of ethical behavior in exercising judgment and discretion in matters of significance



Education and Experience:

B.S., M.S. or PhD in Engineering, Physics or related fields
Ten years of directly related experience, including managing a metrology team
Strong technical, engineering or development experience
Experience in project management and execution of successful significant capital projects
Ability to work in a fast, efficient environment with cross-functional teams



Job description: Metrology Engineering Technical Leader



ZYGO Corporation is a global leader in the design and manufacture of advanced optical metrology systems and ultra-precise optical components and assemblies. Our mission is to enable customer success by delivering innovative precision metrology and optical solutions. ZYGO's metrology products measure absolute position, displacement, surface shape and texture and film thickness. Applications for our metrology products are diverse and include semiconductor manufacturing, precision machining and optical manufacturing. Our optics business leverages ZYGO's expertise in optical design and assembly and high-volume manufacturing of precision optical components and systems for aerospace, defense, medical and industrial applications.



The Metrology Engineering Technical Leader will provide technical leadership and tactical direction for the EPO Metrology Engineering Team. He/she is responsible for continuous improvement in terms of measurements processes, technical compliance, equipment efficiency and utilization, calibration, data quality and production measurement feedback. This position will provide technical guidance for a dynamic team whose responsibilities encompass early-stage test concepts for business development, metrology test plans for new products, procedures and documentation, training, and transfer to operations.



To be successful in this position, the candidate should have proven experience with technical leadership and direction for a team of talented engineers and technicians who specialize in the measurement and analysis of high precision optical surfaces, components, and related products. You will also need to have excellent communication skills in order to routinely update the leadership and other company executives on activities and performance.





Basic Duties and Responsibilities:

Identify, plan and manage multiple concurrent metrology engineering projects while ensuring their success in meeting their respective objectives and deadlines
Directly contribute to metrology test plans, error budgets, documentation, and training
Develop and manage a system for monitoring and improving stability and accuracy of metrology equipment, including but not limited to: calibration plans, preventative maintenance, cleanliness, proactive failure mode analysis and repairs
Drive excellence and continuous improvement in extreme precision optical components metrology methods
Proactively identify single points of failure, and propose and implement solutions
Develop and define optics testing procedures and analysis and convert to automated/reproducible process for implementation in optics production.
Work with Manufacturing and Quality Engineering peers to identify, plan and implement process improvements using Statistical Process Controls - Standardize/Document, Measure, Compare, Correct.
Review product requirements with Project Engineering and Operations to ensure compatibility of testing methods.
Provide work leadership and training to professional staff and production staff.
Ultimately responsible for accuracy of all data generated by metrology personnel and equipment



Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Excellent organizational and technical leadership skills to manage a team of engineers and technical staff
Proven multitasking skills and the ability to work under extreme pressure
Excellent analytical skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven track record of achieving results against specific goals
Strategic expertise with an action-oriented perspective, sound problem analysis and logical thinking with the ability to develop effective solutions and execution to achieve desired results
Ability to initiate and implement continuous improvement projects addressing operational efficiency; product costs and performance/output in response to operational objectives; budget parameters; and customer demands
Demonstrate a high level of ethical behavior in exercising judgment and discretion in matters of significance



Education and Experience:

B.S., M.S. or PhD in Engineering, Physics or related fields
Ten years of directly related experience, including managing a metrology team
Strong technical, engineering or development experience
Experience in project management and execution of successful significant capital projects
Ability to work in a fast, efficient environment with cross-functional teams

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