Metrology Technician

Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES) is looking for a detail-oriented Metrology Technician to ensure our products meet all quality standards. This day shift team member will assist with monitoring the calibrated equipment system, including maintaining the equipment database and records, coordinating both on-site and off-site calibrations, performing on-site equipment verifications. When not working on metrology tasks the right candidate will use a combination of their technical and communication skills to support the Quality and Process Department.

Metrology Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains the calibration database and records.
• Supports on-site and off-site equipment calibrations.
• Performs on-site equipment verifications.
• Supports equipment purchases, RMAs, and repairs.
• Maintains department reports and metrics.
• Supports the equipment needs of multiple cross functional teams.
• Communicate with internal customers about the status of their equipment.
• Support, investigate, and document equipment out of specification and failures instances.
• Write and update verification procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school (or valid General Educational Development certificate).
• Computer proficiency and a high level of organization with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently and independently while troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Ability to work onsite from our facility located at 9901 Silicon Prairie Parkway in Verona, WI. 

Desired Qualifications          

• Ability to frequently lift 50 pounds, work in confined spaces on hands and knees beneath benches for extended durations, and crawl into thermal chambers as needed. 

• Calibration Technician Certification, Associate's degree Engineering or Electronics, or equivalent related work experience preferred.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude maintained through trying situations.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.
• General understanding of calibration technology.
• Ability to present to small and large groups.
• Ability to communicate effectively in order to mentor trainees.

Compensation and Benefits

X-ES offers a competitive compensation package and excellent benefits, including:

• No-deductible, low-copay group health and dental insurance (90% employer paid)
• Health and wellness benefits coverage eligibility begins on the first of the month following your start date
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance (100% employer paid)
• Paid time off, plus eight paid holidays a year
• 401(k) employer match up to 4%, subject to plan terms & waiting periods.  Roth option is available. 
• Participation in the 100% employee-owned Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost to employees

X-ES also takes a casual, small-business approach to company culture. At our state-of-the-art office and manufacturing facility located in Madison’s growing tech corridor, there’s no formal dress code, flexible day shift scheduling, and dedicated personal workspaces. Our employees kick back at regular company events and enjoy lunches from local pizza places and food carts. At X-ES, we strive to offer a comfortable, relaxed environment for our employees to do their best work.

About X-ES

When “rugged enough” isn’t rugged enough for embedded computing systems, industry leaders in the military, aerospace, industrial, and commercial sectors turn to Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES). Because we strive to be the premier provider of mission-critical embedded products while delivering exceptional levels of customer and employee satisfaction, we hire strong contributors and give them space to thrive. As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees both drive and directly benefit from our success. Together, we meticulously design and build products that stand up to some of the most extreme conditions on the planet.

X-ES is located on the far west side of Madison, WI. The company designs and manufactures rugged embedded computing solutions for a variety of applications. For more information, visit www.xes-inc.com.

X-ES is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other category protected by law.

All X-ES job postings and application procedures are posted in compliance with Section 39.08 of the Madison General Ordinances.