Calibration Engineer Ramsgate, England
Job description
AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices with annual sales of approximately $5 billion.
At AMETEK, we are committed to a corporate culture that values diversity and fosters a work environment that enables colleagues to develop meaningful and rewarding careers. We consider ourselves responsible corporate citizens and are committed to operating our facilities in an environmentally responsible manner. We also are sensitive to the needs of our communities, and, as a company, support programs that help those communities meet their health, education, and social needs.
AMETEK is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: AME) and a component of the S&P 500.
AEM Limited has been Europe's leading independent overhaul and repair facility for more than 60 years. In 2007 AEM Limited was acquired by AMETEK Inc, a global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices as a unit within AMETEK MRO’s Aerospace and Defense Division, a recognized global provider of third-party MRO services to commercial, regional, and general aviation customers as well as military, helicopter and business jet markets.
Website: https://www.aem.co.uk
Roles and Responsibilities
Responsible for ensuring all measuring instruments and testing devices are calibrated in accordance with Manufacturers specifications/Requirements standards, ensuring any items that do not meet the specific working requirements are quarantined and removed from service for either repaired or replacement.
To undertake the following calibration tasks
o Pressure.
o Flow.
o Ph, and Conductivity.
o Weight.
o Handheld measuring equipment.
o Voltage & Current (AC/DC)
o PAT Testing.
Responsible for the following Calibrated Equipment
o Pressure Gauges/Transmitters.
o Bore Mic’s/Micrometers.
o Depth Gauges.
o Laboratory Micro Balances.
o Temperature Probes/Thermal Couples.
o Flow Meters (Electronic Turbine / Rotameter).
- Ensure all Health and Safety/Safe Working Practices are always adhered to.
- Identify opportunities for improvement that will benefit in terms of performance, safety, efficiency and provide a cost benefit.
- Accurately record and document calibration activities using the Sharepoint database.
- Escalate any faults including estimated time of recovery and to provide regular progress updates to the relevant manager/managers.
- Participate in the creation of standard working documents, local instructions etc.
- Work with suppliers for onsite calibration to plant and equipment.
- Ordering and replenishment of spare parts and components to complete calibration repairs.
Experience & Qualifications
We are looking for candidates with a range of skills and experience, including:
- Proven relevant engineering experience.
- An understanding of the technical processes and tools associated with calibrating, scientific knowledge.
- Proven ability to fault find on electrical and mechanical equipment
- Excellent problem-solving experience
- Engineering HNC/HND Electrical qualification or equivalent
- Instrumentation and Process Control (essential)
- Excellent analytical, fault finding and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and planning abilities.
- Team player – capable of working with others, whilst delivering objectives.
- Excellent communication skills, conveying accurate and concise information at all levels.
- Innovative, enthusiastic, and self-motivated
- Cost conscious and able to work to budget.
- Well-versed in relevant software (e.g., CAD, MS Office, MS Project)
- Excellent attention to detail.
