Metrology Technician
Job Description
Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill the Metrology Technician position in the QA Vehicle Department - Quality Assurance - (Kariega).
Brief Role DescriptionTo conduct dimensional measurement of vehicle components to ensure conformity to drawing and dimensional specification. Provide detailed dimensional analysis to aid part approval and correction to desired Cad/Drawing level.
Responsibilities- Conduct dimensional measurement of vehicle components to ensure conformity to drawing specification.
- Conduct detailed measurement and analysis to aid part approval process of Internal and External supplier parts.
- Provide dimensional analysis and problem solving ability to resolve production concerns and improve overall product quality.
- Conduct dimensional approval of vehicle components to ensure the successful release of components at the correct quality levels at relevant PEP milestones.
- Provide support to external supplier base to ensure correct Dimensional Metrology methods and principles are applied to ISO/VDA requirements.
National Diploma: Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics.
Experience Needed- Minimum of 5 years Metrology measuring experience (Tactile or Optical).
- Minimum of 5 years measuring software experience (PC-DMIS, GOM, PolyWorks).
- Offline and teach programming experience of CMM facilities.
- Advanced computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office - Excel, PowerPoint.
- Working knowledge of CAD software (Catia preferable).
- Working understanding of CMM maintenance and TPM.
- Interpretation of technical drawings.
- Design and building of measuring fixtures.
- Sound understanding of the vehicle manufacturing process (Press Shop, Body Shop, Assembly, Purchased parts manufacturing).
- Problem solving/analytical thinking capability.
- Planning and prioritisation skills.
Please ensure that you upload a certified copy of your ID and qualifications to be considered for this position.
At Volkswagen, we value an inclusive and diverse culture. We offer a trustworthy environment because we live up to our corporate values, Respect/Integrity/Excellence/One Team. Applications must be submitted via the online system by no later than 17th March 2026. All queries can be raised with Bahieya Dolley, e mail .
Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to developing all its employees, and to provide equal opportunity to those with disabilities or from previously disadvantaged groups, in line with our Transformation goals and Employment Equity Plan.
Job ID: 23174
Location: ZA
Department: Quality
Shift: Full time
Contract type: Unlimited
Remote Working: Mobile Work not possible
Posting Date: 10 Mar 2026
Are you in?We are looking for new talent, employees who want to achieve, believe in the innovative power of ideas, leaders who are able to collaborate and adapt to the mobility of the future, take ownership, responsibility, accountability and diverse thinkers in order to embrace our differences.