Established in 1886, Taylor Hobson is the world leader in surface and form metrology and developed the first Roundness and Surface Finish measuring instruments.

    We provide contact and non-contact measurement solutions for the most demanding applications on a global basis, with a worldwide infrastructure to support our clients; we are a truly global ultra-precision metrology company.

    We are pioneers, continually developing our products to meet the ever-increasing demands of next generation technologies, particularly in Optics, Bearings, Space, Defence, Aerospace, Automotive, Medical and Renewable Energy technologies.

    Taylor Hobson's world leading brands include: Talyrond®, Form Talysurf® PGI, Form Talysurf® i-Series, Surtronic®, LUPHOScan, Formalysurf® PGI Optics, Talyvel®, Autocollimators, Micro-Alignment Telescope and AMECare.

    Taylor Hobson is part of the Ultra Precision Technologies Division of AMETEK, Inc. which is a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices.

    Key responsibilities

    • Define and coordinate robust engineering processes.
    • Developing manufacturing processes to optimise output and efficiency.
    • Generate and implement engineering solutions to take products from development to full production.
    • Support key business projects.
    • Introduce creative quality improvements to achieve ‘Right First Time’ standards.
    • Investigate and evaluate test equipment improvements resulting in an increase in test equipment reliability or efficiency.
    • Resolve manufacturing problems in a timely manner.
    • Design and develop solutions to maximize production efficiency.
    • Review processes to seek opportunities to implement automation.

    Requirements for consideration

    • Efficiency – Able to produce significant output with minimal wasted effort.
    • Honesty/Integrity – Does not cut corners ethically. Earns trust and maintains confidence. Does what is right. Speaks plainly and truthfully.
    • Follow through on commitments – Lives up to verbal and written agreements, regardless of personal costs.
    • Attention to detail – Does not let important details slip through the cracks or derail a project.
    • Flexibility/adaptability – adjusts quickly to change priority and conditions. Copes effectively with complexity and change.
    • Enthusiasm – Exhibits passion and excitement over work. Has a can-do attitude.
    • Worth Ethic – possess a strong willingness to work hard and sometimes long hours to get the job done. Has a track record of working hard.
    • High standards – Expects personal performance to be nothing short of the best.
    • Listening skills – Lets others speak and seeks to understand their viewpoints.
    • Communication – speaks and writes clearly and articulately without being over verbose or talkative.
    • Teamwork – reaches out to peers and cooperates with managers to establish overall collaborative working relationship.
    • Experience using SolidWorks CAD/CAM
    • Working towards a minimum of a 2:1 in Mechanical Engineering
    • Geographically available to attend on site.
    • Confidence to work on your own initiative as well as being part of a multidisciplinary team
    • Be fluent in oral and written English.

    What Taylor Hobson offer you

    • A fun, relaxed and supportive working environment.
    • 1pm Friday finish.
    • Competitive salary and 25 days holiday including Christmas.
    • Fantastic and supportive onboarding to ensure joiners are well integrated and comfortable at Taylor Hobson.
    • Generous matched pension scheme.
    • Life assurance.
    • Option to join private health plan.
    • Enhanced maternity pay.
    • We are invested in developing your skills and will promote and encourage progression through the business.
    • Mentoring and guidance for accreditation.
    • Opportunity to get involved with charity and fundraising, which we are passionate about.
    • Sports and Social Club – fun events and activities throughout the year including Christmas party.
    • Perkbox – our rewards app offering discounts from a multitude of retailers, a GP service and a 24-hour Employee Assistance Program to ensure the health and wellbeing of our employees.
    • Employee referral scheme of £1000
    • Cycle to work scheme.
    • An inclusive workforce.
    • Free onsite parking, electric charging points and easy access to the city centre.

    AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.0 billion.