Metrology Engineer Resume Example

Senior Metrology Engineer · BioPrecision Dynamics

Cambridge, MA · 2022 - Present

• Led metrology strategy for novel surgical implant designs, reducing measurement cycle time by 25% through advanced CMM programming and automation integration.
• Developed and implemented ISO 13485 compliant calibration and validation protocols for 30+ critical measurement systems, ensuring FDA regulatory adherence for Class II and III medical devices.
• Achieved a 15% reduction in non-conforming parts for a key diagnostic sensor line by optimizing measurement uncertainty and applying statistical process control (SPC) methodologies.
• Provided technical mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of precision and continuous improvement in metrology practices.

Metrology Engineer · OptiCell Medical Devices

Andover, MA · 2019 - 2022

• Designed and qualified custom fixtures for optical and tactile measurement of complex microfluidic components, improving measurement repeatability by 20%.
• Performed Gage R&R studies and measurement system analysis (MSA) on 50+ instruments, identifying and resolving sources of variation to meet strict medical device tolerances.
• Collaborated with R&D teams to establish critical-to-quality (CTQ) specifications for new product development, mitigating potential manufacturing issues early in the design phase.
• Managed calibration schedules and external vendor relationships, resulting in 99% instrument uptime and compliance with internal and external audit requirements.

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (Precision Metrology) · Northeastern University

Boston, MA · 2017 - 2019

• Specialized in advanced metrology, optical systems, and statistical quality control.
• Thesis: 'Optimization of Micro-CT Imaging for Bio-Scaffold Metrology'.

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering · Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)

Worcester, MA · 2013 - 2017

• Graduated Magna Cum Laude, GPA: 3.8/4.0.
• Awarded Dean's List for all semesters.
• Capstone Project: 'Design and Fabrication of a Low-Cost Laser Displacement Sensor'.

Metrology Engineer II · Tesla

Fremont, CA · 2022 - Present

• Led the implementation of new in-line optical inspection systems for automotive body-in-white, reducing quality control cycle time by 25% and detecting defects 15% earlier in the process.
• Developed and validated custom GDT inspection routines for critical powertrain components, improving measurement accuracy by 10% and decreasing false positives by 8%.
• Mentored junior engineers on best practices for CMM programming and data analysis, enhancing team productivity by 20% within the first year.
• Collaborated with R&D teams to define metrology requirements for new product designs, resulting in a 5% reduction in retooling costs during production ramp-up.

Metrology Engineer I · Intuitive Surgical

Sunnyvale, CA · 2020 - 2022

• Programmed and operated CMMs, vision systems, and laser scanners to inspect complex surgical instrument components, achieving 99.8% measurement reliability.
• Performed Gage R&R studies and measurement system analysis (MSA) on over 50 critical fixtures and gauges, identifying and correcting sources of variation to improve measurement uncertainty by up to 12%.
• Supported NPI projects by providing metrology expertise from prototype to production, ensuring dimensional compliance and accelerating design validation by 3 weeks on average.
• Developed comprehensive metrology reports and provided statistical analysis of measurement data to cross-functional teams, contributing to a 7% reduction in manufacturing scrap rates.

Manufacturing Engineer · Lam Research

Fremont, CA · 2018 - 2020

• Optimized manufacturing processes for semiconductor equipment components, reducing cycle time by 15% and increasing throughput by 10% for key product lines.
• Implemented statistical process control (SPC) charting for critical dimensions, leading to a 20% decrease in out-of-spec parts and improved product quality.
• Designed and validated custom fixtures and tooling for precision assembly operations, resulting in a 5% reduction in manual adjustment time and enhanced repeatability.
• Collaborated with suppliers to improve component quality through root cause analysis and corrective actions, reducing incoming material defects by 18%.

M.S. in Mechanical Engineering · University of California, Berkeley

Berkeley, CA · 2017 - 2018

• Specialized in advanced manufacturing and precision engineering.
• Master's Thesis: 'Optimizing Nanoscale Surface Metrology for Additive Manufacturing Components'.

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Summa Cum Laude · Stanford University

Stanford, CA · 2013 - 2017

• GPA: 3.95/4.00
• Honors: Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society, Dean's List all semesters.