Vehicle Inspection Technician in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

Job Title: Inspection Technician (CMM & Quality)
Location: Peterborough, UK (Fully Onsite)
Contract Duration: 24 Months (with a strong chance of extension)

About the Role
Our client is looking for a skilled Inspection Technician to join the Test and Development team at a world-class Research & Development Centre in Peterborough. You will be working for a global leader in engine development and manufacturing, playing a critical role in maintaining product quality. This is a varied, hands-on role where you will join a close-knit inspection team to support quality improvements, problem-solving, and cross-functional engineering activities.

What You Will Do

• Write, optimise, and maintain CMM inspection programs to ensure components are measured accurately and efficiently.
• Inspect manufactured components using CMMs, Shadowgraph equipment, surface texture tools, and manual instruments like micrometers and Vernier callipers.
• Read and analyse complex engineering drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Conduct technical investigations and collaborate closely with engineering and production teams to resolve quality issues.
• Plan your inspection workload effectively while keeping your work area clean, tidy, and safe.

What You Need to Bring

• 2 to 3 years of proven experience in a quality-focused or inspection role.
• Previous hands-on experience writing CMM measurement programs, with a strong preference for PCDMIS software.
• A solid understanding of engineering and engine fundamentals.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills to build positive relationships across different departments.
• Good computer skills, especially Microsoft Office, for reporting and documentation.
• A high level of attention to detail and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

How to Apply If you have the CMM programming skills and engine knowledge required for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your updated CV, highlighting your PCDMIS and inspection experience, to (url removed) or apply directly.

Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.