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Posted September 28, 2026 · Closes September 28, 2027

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Job Description

About Cosworth

Cosworth is a high-performance engineering and manufacturing company specialising in precision engineering and advanced technologies. The company supports demanding industries through technical expertise, innovative manufacturing processes, and high standards of quality and accuracy.

Role Overview

As a CMM Programmer at Cosworth, the successful candidate will join the Manufacturing Support team in Northampton and contribute to precision measurement and metrology activities within the piston shop.

The role focuses on transferring existing Mitutoyo measurement programmes to Zeiss Calypso, while developing and proving measurement programmes for prismatic components, cams, and cranks. The successful candidate will also carry out hands-on inspection using a range of precision measurement equipment and support production with measurement-related issues.

This position is suited to an experienced CMM Programmer or Metrologist with Mitutoyo experience, knowledge of engineering drawings and GD&T, and an interest in developing expertise with Zeiss Calypso.

Key Responsibilities as CMM Programmer

  • Support the Mitutoyo CMM within the piston shop.
  • Write, develop, and prove measurement programmes for precision components.
  • Produce Dimensional First Article and ISIR reports.
  • Assist with migrating existing programmes from Mitutoyo to Zeiss Calypso.
  • Support ongoing manufacturing projects and New Product Introduction (NPI).
  • Provide production support for measurement and inspection issues.
  • Liaise with different departments during new product introduction.
  • Lead and support metrology investigations relating to non-conformances.
  • Report measurement capability and help reduce measurement-related tasks.
  • Recommend and support corrective actions to improve product accuracy and compliance.
  • Mentor, train, and advise members of the wider Metrology team.
  • Use precision inspection equipment, including surface finish and form tracing equipment, micrometres, and attribute gauges.
  • Consider health, safety, environmental, and energy impacts when carrying out activities.
  • Follow company policies and best practices relating to UK GDPR and data protection.

Contract Type & Working Arrangement

  • Job Title: CMM Programmer
  • Company: Cosworth
  • Department: Manufacturing Support
  • Role: Metrologist
  • Location: Northampton
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Work Arrangement: On-site

Start Your Career With Cosworth

The CMM Programmer position at Cosworth provides an opportunity for an experienced metrology professional to work within a precision engineering environment and contribute to high-quality manufacturing processes.

The successful candidate will play an important role in CMM programming, measurement programme migration, inspection, metrology investigations, NPI projects, and continuous improvement while supporting production and developing the wider Metrology team.

Apply Now to become a CMM Programmer with Cosworth and contribute to precision measurement and advanced manufacturing operations in Northampton.

Requirements

  • Previous experience with Mitutoyo CMM systems, particularly MCOSMOS 3.4. Experience as a CMM Programmer or Metrologist in a precision engineering environment. Understanding of piston manufacturing would be advantageous. Strong knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawings. Good understanding of surface texture and profile. Experience with Zeiss Calypso, or willingness to undertake training. Strong understanding of base metrology and measurement by first principles. Knowledge of AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards. Experience with Measurement System Analysis (MSA) and Gauge R&R. Strong attention to detail and commitment to measurement accuracy. Ability to work effectively with production, engineering, and other departments. Good communication and mentoring skills.

Benefits

  • 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays. Workplace pension with contributions matched up to 6%. Onsite occupational health support. Digital GP service. Private Medical Insurance. Employee Assistance Programme. Income protection. Life assurance. Cycle to Work scheme. Hybrid working where applicable to the role. Discounted shopping benefits.
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