Force Calibration Technician

Force Calibration Technician / Engineer

Location:

Near Leamington Spa | Salary: £30,000 - £33,000 DOE |

Hours:

Monday to Friday | 40 hours | Day Shift

Syntech Recruitment are partnering with a well-established, UKAS‑accredited calibration laboratory expanding its force calibration capability.

This is a precision‑driven, hands‑on role focused specifically on force measurement, load cells, torque transducers and material testing equipment, operating strictly to ISO/IEC 17025 standards.

If you have a strong metrology mindset and experience calibrating force‑related instrumentation, this is a technically engaging opportunity within a stable and respected laboratory environment.

You will be responsible for performing high‑accuracy force calibrations across a range of customer equipment, ensuring full UKAS compliance and technical integrity.

• Load cells (compression & tension)
• Force gauges
• Torque transducers
• Material testing machines
• Universal testing machines (UTM)
• Hydraulic and mechanical force systems

You will work to strict laboratory procedures and uncertainty budgets, ensuring traceability to national standards.

• Perform force and torque calibrations in line with ISO/IEC 17025 procedures
• Operate dead weight testers, force frames and specialist calibration rigs
• Calculate measurement uncertainty and apply correction factors
• Complete and review calibration certificates and supporting documentation
• Ensure full traceability to national standards
• Identify, document and resolve non‑conformances
• Input accurate calibration data into the laboratory management system
• Maintain laboratory standards and housekeeping in line with UKAS audits
• Support internal audits and external UKAS assessments
• Liaise with customers regarding technical queries where required

• Proven hands‑on experience in force calibration within a UKAS environment
• Strong working knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025
• Understanding of uncertainty calculations and measurement traceability
• Experience working with load cells, torque systems or mechanical testing equipment
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Strong numerical skills and confidence working with Excel
• High attention to detail and methodical working approach
• Mechanical or engineering qualifications (HNC/HND, NVQ, apprenticeship or equivalent) are advantageous

• Specialist force‑focused position (not generalist calibration)
• Stable, accredited laboratory with consistent workflow
• Clean, structured day‑shift hours
• Clear technical development within metrology
• Opportunity to build deeper expertise in force measurement systems

This role suits someone who values precision, compliance and technical accuracy, and wants to work within a professional calibration environment.

Apply today to speak directly with a Syntech consultant about the opportunity.