Senior Calibration Engineer
Salary £ Competitive
Aberdeen
Vacancy listed 29/10/2026
Application deadline 31/12/2026
Details
The Senior Calibration Engineer is responsible for the calibration, testing, maintenance, fault diagnosis, repair, certification, and technical support of electronic, oceanographic, and subsea instrumentation. 

The role ensures all measuring equipment and calibrated assets meet manufacturer specifications, industry standards, quality requirements, and traceable calibration criteria.

The position also provides technical leadership within the calibration function, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, mentoring, and maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and operational excellence.

Calibration & Testing
  • Perform calibration of sensors, instruments, and measurement systems in accordance with manufacturer procedures, industry standards, and accredited practices. 
  • Ensure measurement traceability to recognised national and international standards. 
  • Calculate and assess measurement uncertainty where required. 
  • Verify and validate calibration results prior to certification. 
  • Produce calibration certificates, reports, and supporting documentation.
  • Develop and improve calibration procedures and work instructions. 
  • Ensure calibration standards remain compliant and fit for purpose

Service & Repair
  • Inspect, diagnose, service, and repair calibration and survey equipment. 
  • Conduct acceptance inspections and commissioning of new equipment entering the rental and operational asset fleet. 
  • Perform fault-finding on electronic, electrical, and instrumentation systems. 
  • Support modifications, upgrades, and product improvements in accordance with OEM requirements. 
  • Maintain accurate asset records within company management systems.

Technical Leadership
  • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Calibration Engineers and Technicians. 
  • Support the development of the team through training and knowledge sharing. 
  • Act as a technical focal point for calibration-related activities. 
  • Assist in the development of departmental capabilities and technical competence.

Operational Support
  • Ensure laboratory equipment and facilities are maintained safely and effectively.
  • Ensure all laboratory equipment where required is calibrated as per manufacturers recommendations with certification records manged accordingly.
  • Support mobilisation and demobilisation activities where calibration services are required.
  • Provide technical assistance to internal departments and external clients.
  • Liaise with equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and third-party service providers.

Quality & Compliance
  • Operate in accordance with the Company's Integrated Management System (IMS). 
  • Support compliance with ISO 9001principles, and internal quality requirements. 
  •  Participate in internal and external audits. 
  • Ensure accurate maintenance of calibration records and documentation. 
  •  Identify areas for process and procedure improvement and implement corrective actions where appropriate. 
  • Support the maintenance of accreditation readiness and quality standards.

Health, Safety & Environmental Responsibilities
  • Promote a positive safety culture and lead by example.
  • Comply with company HSEQ policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.
  • Identify hazards, complete risk assessments, and implement appropriate controls.
  • Report incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions.
  • Ensure work is conducted safely and responsibly at all times.

Technical qualification
(HNC/HND/Degree) in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation or Engineering Discipline or a minimum of 7 years work experience in a similar role. 

Valid Travel Documentation
Full UK Driving License (Preferred but essential)
Passport




Benefits

Benefits:
• Private medical insurance, including dental and vision
• Wellbeing package such as additional paid leave day per year, enhanced sick pay and lunch and learns
• Comprehensive, ongoing training and development programmes
• Bonus plan
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Social events
• Charity/community events
• Service awards
• Competitive salary

Notes

Application:
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within four weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful. Thank you for your interest.

Recruitment agencies:
STR will only pay agency fees where a signed agreement is in place, and the agency has been instructed by a member of our HR team.

We do not accept speculative or unsolicited CVs from any third party, including recruitment agencies. Any CVs submitted to STR or any of our employees outside of our formal recruitment process, including those sent directly to hiring managers or other employees, will be deemed unsolicited and will not be eligible for any agency fees.