Calibration Technician

Calibration Technician 

📍 Location: [Coventry]
💼 Full-time | Permanent

About the Role

We are looking for a Calibration Technician / Engineer to join the dedicated Calibration Centre team. This is a hands-on role where you’ll be responsible for carrying out calibration of a wide range of instruments, ensuring compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 standards. You’ll work with state-of-the-art reference equipment, produce technical calibration certificates and reports, and support both in-house and client-site calibration projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated technician/engineer who wants to grow their career in calibration, instrumentation, and compliance, while being part of a supportive and highly skilled technical team.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform multi-disciplinary instrument calibration without supervision, following approved departmental procedures.
• Produce accurate Calibration Certificates and technical reports to ISO 17025 standards.
• Assess instrument faults during calibration and perform component-level changes, including installation of surface-mount devices where required.
• Plan and execute calibration work on client sites, acting as the main point of contact for client liaison.
• Maintain accurate calibration records and ensure all reference standards are used and stored appropriately.
• Set up, program, and learn new reference equipment and calibration methods quickly.
• Use computer databases and software for equipment management and calibration data processing.
• Work collaboratively with engineering staff to support the development and improvement of calibration methods.
• Adhere to quality, health & safety, and laboratory standards at all times.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Qualifications & Skills

• GCSE Maths and English (Grade A*–C or equivalent).
• Level 3 qualification in Electrical / Electronic Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a calibration laboratory.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow strict procedures.
• Good communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team and with clients.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Level 4 qualification in Electrical / Electronic Engineering (or equivalent).
• At least 2 years’ experience working in an ISO 17025 accredited calibration laboratory.
• Experience with fault diagnosis, instrument repair, and component-level work.
• Exposure to multi-disciplinary calibration environments (electrical, electronic, mechanical, etc.).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with advanced calibration and instrumentation systems.
• Career development and training in ISO standards, calibration techniques, and reference equipment.
• A collaborative, supportive environment where precision and innovation are valued.
• Varied work including both laboratory and client-site projects.

Who Should Apply?

This role is ideal for someone currently working as a Calibration Technician, Instrument Technician, Test Engineer, or Electronics Technician who has hands-on experience in calibration and is looking to expand their technical expertise in a professional, accredited environment.