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Overview
Metrology technicians calibrate measuring instruments and test equipment, analyse performance and check that equipment meets precision, performance and accuracy requirements.
In job descriptions, look for metrology, precision instruments, calibration records, test data, quality standards, measuring equipment, laboratory equipment, technical reports and advice on measurement problems.
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Search jobsWhat the work can involve
Metrology technician work is about making measurements trustworthy. The technician calibrates instruments, tests equipment performance, analyses measurement data and records whether tools meet accuracy and precision requirements.
Skills and specializations
Useful strengths include metrology, instrumentation engineering, precision measuring equipment, calibration of instruments, test-data analysis, quality standards, technical equipment maintenance and clear advice to scientists or production teams.
Salary context
Salary context depends on calibration responsibility, instrument complexity, laboratory or production setting, quality-system duties, reporting expectations and whether the role covers electronic or specialised measuring equipment.
Career paths
Career paths can move toward calibration specialist, quality assurance, laboratory equipment coordination, instrumentation support, test engineering, technical service or measurement-method development.
Good to know
Check whether vacancies mention calibration intervals, precision instruments, test data, laboratory equipment, electronic instruments, quality standards or technical reports. These details show the measurement environment.
Editorial note
This guide is editorial career context. It is not official labour-market statistics or role-specific salary data.
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O*NET relationships
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O*NET relationships: 1
Calibration Technologists and Technicians
17-3028.00
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Alternative labels
Occupation group
Chemical and physical science technicians (3111)
Source facts
| ESCO URI | http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/e6a3ce2e-c0f2-47a7-937a-61ae9abfe1fa |
|---|---|
| ESCO code | 3111.9 |
| ISCO group | 3111 |
| Concept type | Occupation |