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Senior Contract CMM Programmer / Metrology Specialist
 MRA-The Management Association | |
 United States, Wisconsin, Middleton | |
 Oct 14, 2026 | |
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Senior Contract CMM Programmer / Metrology Specialist C-Motive Technologies Middleton, WI Reports to: Director of Quality Compensation: Based on experience and project scope Contract / Project-Based The Opportunity C-Motive Technologies develops innovative electrostatic motor technology. We are looking for a self-directed CMM programmer to develop, validate, and standardize dimensional inspection programs for tight-tolerance mechanical components. This contractor will help build repeatable, production-ready inspection capabilities while working closely with Quality and Engineering. Equipment: Hexagon GLOBAL S 7.10.7 | Software: PolyWorks Inspector | Methods: Touch probing & scanning Key Responsibilities * Develop, debug, validate, and optimize automated CMM programs in PolyWorks Inspector for prototype, first article, incoming, in-process, and final inspection. * Interpret engineering drawings and ASME Y14.5 GD&T; establish datum alignments, coordinate systems, measurement sequences, probing and scanning strategies. * Determine appropriate measurement strategies based on part geometry, tolerances, accessibility, and equipment capabilities, including recommendations for fixturing, probe selection, and alternative inspection methods as needed. * Generate clear dimensional reports showing conformance to engineering requirements; investigate unexpected results and distinguish part variation from measurement issues. * Partner with Quality and Engineering to resolve drawing or inspection concerns, support dimensional nonconformance investigations, and improve inspection efficiency. * Document program setup and validation, standardize file/report formats, and transfer knowledge so internal Quality staff can run and maintain completed programs. Required Qualifications * Hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting automated CNC/DCC CMMs using PolyWorks Inspector; not solely portable-arm measurement or reporting experience. * Experience inspecting tight-tolerance machined parts and precision mechanical assemblies. * Strong GD&T and drawing interpretation skills, including datums, alignments, feature evaluation, and geometric tolerances. * Ability to program from 3D CAD/STEP models and drawings using touch probing and scanning, with sound probe-selection practices. * Ability to independently validate programs, assess accuracy and repeatability, troubleshoot suspect measurements, and communicate technical findings clearly. Preferred Qualifications * Hexagon GLOBAL / GLOBAL S CMM experience and familiarity with PolyWorks integration to automated CMMs. * Experience with scanning probes, automated stylus changers, complex measurement strategies, and inspection fixturing. * Familiarity with Measurement System Analysis (MSA) / GR&R, measurement uncertainty, first article inspection, ISO 9001 environments, and inspection process standardization. Contract Deliverables * Validated, production-usable PolyWorks programs and matching dimensional inspection report templates for assigned parts. * Documented setup, measurement strategies, program files, and recommendations for fixturing or probes. * Efficient, repeatable routines plus handoff and knowledge transfer to C-Motive Quality personnel. What Success Looks Like Programs accurately evaluate engineering requirements, produce trustworthy and repeatable results, and can be operated and maintained by C-Motive personnel. The successful contractor identifies measurement limitations rather than reporting misleading results and works independently in a growing manufacturing environment. Interested candidates should prepare by having a summary of their PolyWorks programming experience, CMM equipment experience, and examples of relevant dimensional inspection projects. | |