Metrology Technician Portable - Polyworks

Metrology / 3D Measurement Technician

Diverse Dimensions | Zeeland, Michigan | Full-Time

www.diversedimensions.com

Summary of Role

Diverse Dimensions is seeking a highly motivated Metrology / 3D Measurement Technician to join our growing team in Zeeland, Michigan.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on technical problem solving, advanced measurement technology, and working on a wide variety of projects across manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, tooling, architecture, facility documentation, and reverse engineering.

As part of our team, you will operate advanced metrology and scanning equipment—including portable CMMs, laser trackers, industrial CT scanning systems, and high-volume 3D laser scanners—to deliver accurate dimensional inspection, 3D scanning, reverse engineering, and as-built documentation services.

This position plays a critical role in helping our customers solve measurement challenges, improve product quality, validate installations, and document real-world conditions with precision.

What Success Looks Like

Success in this role means:

• Delivering accurate, repeatable dimensional measurement results customers can trust
• Producing professional inspection reports and deliverables on schedule
• Independently setting up and operating measurement equipment in both lab and field environments
• Interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, and customer specifications accurately
• Solving complex measurement and inspection challenges efficiently
• Supporting customer projects with professionalism and technical confidence
• Becoming proficient in advanced metrology software and scanning workflows
• Helping expand Diverse Dimensions’ capabilities through technical excellence and customer service

Top performers in this role are technically curious, detail-oriented, dependable, adaptable, and comfortable working directly with customers.

How This Role Fits Into the Organization

This is a highly visible technical role that directly supports Diverse Dimensions’ core service offerings.

You will work alongside experienced metrology professionals supporting customers across multiple industries, contributing to services including:

• Dimensional inspection
• Portable metrology
• Laser tracking
• Reverse engineering
• Industrial CT scanning
• High-volume 3D laser scanning
• Facility documentation
• Scan-to-CAD / scan-to-BIM
• On-site measurement services

This role offers excellent growth opportunities for someone looking to expand their technical skills in advanced metrology and 3D measurement technologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform dimensional inspections using customer drawings, CAD models, and GD&T requirements
• Operate metrology equipment including portable CMM arms, laser trackers, 3D scanners, and other precision measurement tools
• Perform high-volume 3D laser scanning for plant layouts, facility documentation, as-built capture, and building documentation
• Collect and process point cloud data for engineering and architectural deliverables
• Support reverse engineering projects using contact and non-contact measurement methods
• Create professional inspection reports, dimensional analysis summaries, and customer deliverables
• Interpret engineering drawings, tolerances, datum structures, and inspection criteria
• Set up, calibrate, transport, and maintain portable metrology equipment
• Travel to customer facilities to perform onsite measurement and scanning projects
• Assist with scan-to-CAD, point cloud processing, and as-built documentation workflows
• Support industrial CT scanning projects as needed
• Troubleshoot dimensional and measurement challenges in manufacturing and field environments
• Communicate technical findings clearly with customers, engineers, quality teams, and internal staff
• Follow company quality procedures and documentation standards
• Assist with project planning, job setup, and workflow improvements

Qualifications

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience in dimensional inspection, metrology, manufacturing, quality inspection, machining, or related technical fields
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
• Strong mechanical aptitude and technical problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects
• Professional communication and customer interaction skills
• Comfort working in manufacturing, industrial, lab, and field environments

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with one or more of the following is strongly preferred:

• PolyWorks
• Geomagic
• FARO metrology systems
• Leica laser tracker systems
• Industrial CT scanning
• VGStudio
• CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD, Revit)
• Point cloud processing workflows
• Reverse engineering
• Portable CMM inspection
• Laser scanning / LiDAR workflows
• SPC / measurement reporting

Education

Preferred but not required:

Bachelor or Associate degree, technical certification, or equivalent experience in:

• Manufacturing Technology
• Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Quality / Metrology
• CAD / Engineering Technology
• Industrial Technology

Equivalent hands-on experience will absolutely be considered.

Physical / Travel Requirements

• Ability to lift and transport measurement equipment
• Ability to stand, bend, climb, and work in industrial environments
• Willingness to travel for onsite customer projects (primarily regional, occasional overnight travel)
• Have a validate drivers License with a good driving record