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Metrology technician
Level
3
Advanced · like A-levels
Length
3 yrs
typical
Sector
Health and science
Pay
Paid
you earn while training
In a nutshell
Using, designing and repairing equipment for taking measurements.
What you'd do
Measure components using CMMs and precision gauging
Interpret engineering drawings and tolerance specifications
Calibrate measuring instruments and maintain calibration records
Analyse measurement data and produce inspection reports
Identify out-of-tolerance parts and raise non-conformance reports
Support production teams with measurement advice
What you'd learn
Principles of measurement including uncertainty and traceability
Operating CMMs, surface measurement, and optical instruments
Reading engineering drawings and geometric tolerancing (GD&T)
Calibration methods and understanding of metrology standards
Statistical process control and sampling techniques
Reporting non-conformances and working with quality systems
Ready to look for a place?
See live Metrology technician apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
A Careermash concept · apprenticeship standard from our careers engine · vacancies via gov.uk.