Calibration Technologists & Technicians
Code: 17-3028.00
Bright Outlook
Zone 3
Median Annual Salary
£67,820
Range: £46,680 - £106,550
Preparation & Education
Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed
Job Zone 3
Industry Outlook
Bright
New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
Role Overview & What They Do
Execute or adapt procedures and techniques for calibrating measurement devices, by applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and electronics, sometimes under the direction of engineering staff. Determine measurement standard suitability for calibrating measurement devices. May perform preventive maintenance on equipment. May perform corrective actions to address identified calibration problems.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Calibration Specialist
Calibration Technician (Calibration Tech)
Gauge Specialist
Instrument and Control Technician (I and C Tech)
Instrument Control Technician (Instrument Control Tech)
Quality Technician (Quality Tech)
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Maintain or repair measurement devices or equipment used for calibration testing.
- Verify part dimensions or clearances using precision measuring instruments to ensure conformance to specifications.
- Conduct calibration tests to determine performance or reliability of mechanical, structural, or electromechanical equipment.
Technology, Tools & Software Stack
Computer aided design CAD software
Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D
Bentley MicroStation
Presentation software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Analytical or scientific software
Minitab
The MathWorks MATLAB
Personality & Work Styles
Top Interest: Realistic
People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
Key Work Styles:
Cautiousness
Attention to Detail
Dependability
Intellectual Curiosity
Integrity
Achievement Orientation
Frequently Asked Questions About Calibration Technologists & Technicians
In the UK, the median annual salary for a Calibration Technologists & Technicians is £67,820. Starting salaries (10th percentile) typically begin around £46,680, while highly experienced professionals (90th percentile) can earn upwards of £106,550 depending on location and experience.
Entry as a Calibration Technologists & Technicians typically aligns with Job Zone 3 (Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed). Most of these careers need vocational school training, on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree.
Essential skills and tooling for a Calibration Technologists & Technicians include: Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D, Bentley MicroStation, Microsoft PowerPoint, Minitab, The MathWorks MATLAB. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
New job opportunities are very likely in the future. (Industry demand rating: Bright).
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Salary Distribution
10th Percentile (Entry):
£46,680
Median Annual (Average):
£67,820
90th Percentile (Senior):
£106,550
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