Metrology Engineer

Shape the future of precision engineering in defence. At Babcock, we are working to create a safe and secure world, together. If you join us, you can play your part as a Metrology Engineer at our Ashton Vale, Bristol site.

The role involves playing a pivotal role in shaping how we measure, inspect and assure quality across advanced manufacturing programmes that support critical defence capability. You will be at the forefront of developing inspection strategies and processes that support current and future submarine programmes—work that directly contributes to national security. This is a highly visible role where your expertise in measurement and inspection will influence key engineering decisions, improve production performance, and ensure quality at every stage. You’ll collaborate with manufacturing engineering, inspection and quality teams, while building your own expertise in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement inspection strategies, processes and measurement systems
• Support the introduction of measurement management systems and associated standards
• Create and improve inspection processes for products and equipment across manufacturing
• Investigate non-conformances, analysing trends and driving continuous improvement
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure quality, efficiency and cost‑effective delivery

This is a 37‑hour per week role, Monday to Friday, with flexible working hours, based on‑site at Ashton Vale, Bristol.

Essential experience:

• Experience managing change within a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of inspection techniques including optical, contact and manual methods
• Understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, welding and assembly
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across multi‑disciplinary teams

Qualifications:

• HNC (or equivalent) in Metrology or an engineering discipline, or significant relevant experience in a metrology or inspection role

Security Clearance:

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role. Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held.

What We Offer:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
• Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
• Employee shopping savings portal
• Payment of Professional Fees
• Reservists in the armed forces receive 10‑days special paid leave
• Holiday Trading allows employees to buy additional leave or sell up to one week of annual leave from their entitlement (open February through March annually)
• Be Kind Day allows employees to take one working day paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with a chosen charity

Babcock is a global FTSE 100 organisation with over 26,000 people working together to make a difference. Here, you’ll be part of something bigger. From initial design to final decommissioning, your work contributes to products and services that are essential to national security and public infrastructure. Together, we’re building a future that lasts—through meaningful careers that respect work‑life balance. We call that lifetime engineering. Join us and see how far we can go, together.

EEO Statement: We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email careers@babcockinternational.com with subject ‘Reasonable adjustments requirement’. We’re committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone’s free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working – please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.

Closing date: 12/06/2026