Inspection Engineer (CMM / Precision Engineering)
UPE Engineering
Luton
Full-time
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Overview
We are a well\-established precision engineering subcontract manufacturer looking for a hands\-on Inspection Engineer to join our team.
This is not a paperwork\-driven quality role. We are looking for someone who enjoys working directly with components, and taking ownership of inspection processes using CMM and conventional metrology equipment.
You will play a key role in ensuring high\-precision machined parts meet strict customer and industry requirements.
The Role
- Carry out first\-off, in\-process, and final inspection of precision machined components
- Operate and program CMM machines
- Perform detailed inspection using manual and optical equipment (shadowgraph, surface testing, etc.)
- Interpret complex engineering drawings and GD\&T
- Complete FAIRs and inspection reports where required
- Work closely with production to resolve issues and maintain quality standards
- Support problem\-solving and continuous improvement activities
- Strong hands\-on inspection experience within precision machining
- Proven ability using CMM (programming preferred)
- Experience inspecting tight tolerance CNC milled \& turned components
- Confident reading engineering drawings and GD\&T
- High attention to detail and a proactive mindset
- Experience with FAIRs and structured inspection reporting
- Background in subcontract manufacturing environments
- Understanding of CNC machining processes
This role is ideal for:
- An experienced Inspector looking to step up
- A CMM operator/programmer who wants more responsibility
- Someone who enjoys practical, hands\-on quality work
- Stable, established business
- Clean and professional working environment
- Opportunities for progression and skill development
- Supportive, team\-focused culture
- Day shift
- Overtime hours/pay available \- depending on business workload
- Skill development encouraged
- 48hr weeks (8am\-6pm) although flexible time available
- 4 day working week (Monday\-Thursday)
Pay: £35,000\.00\-£45,000\.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free parking
- On\-site parking
- Transport links
- Quality inspection: 3 years (required)
- English (required)
- United Kingdom (required)
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