Job Description
Calibration Engineer

TUV SUD is looking for an experienced Calibration Engineer to join our Technical Maintenance team based in Fareham, Hampshire. You will be primarily supporting the internal calibration and verification of Environmental Test equipment, ensuring equipment remains fit for purpose, maintaining calibration records, and working in line with quality systems such as ISO/IEC 17025. You will also liaise with internal teams and external service providers to minimise downtime and support consistent, reliable test results.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Working as part of the Calibration Team; you will take responsibility for:

  • Maintaining current calibration systems for environmental test equipment to ensure accuracy and precision. Instrumentation to include:
    • Temperature chambers
    • Temperature/humidity chambers
    • Temperature pressure chambers
    • Accelerometers
  • Performing routine calibration of the above equipment and instrumentation, culminating in the production of the calibration certificates.
  • Analysing calibration data, organising inter and intra laboratory comparisons and performing drift analysis across appropriate calibrations.
  • Maintaining documented calibration procedures and maintaining records of calibration data and measurement uncertainties.
  • Participating in continuous improvement efforts for calibration processes and systems.
  • Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations; hosting UKAS accreditation audits for environmental calibration topics and subsequently leading the resolution of any audit findings.
  • Collaborating with team members to identify and resolve equipment malfunctions.
  • Supporting the training of staff members on calibration procedures and equipment use.
  • Work with suppliers to resolve issues related to measurement and test equipment performance.

Essential Criteria – you will have or be able to demonstrate:

  • Demonstrable experience in the calibration and verification of electronic, electrical or mechanical equipment within a laboratory or technical environment.
  • Ability to produce, review, and maintain accurate calibration records, certificates, and supporting technical documentation.
  • Working knowledge of measurement uncertainty and its application to calibration results.
  • High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and accountability when handling calibration data and controlled records.
  • Conscientious and highly organised, with the ability to follow clear processes and work to defined deadlines.
  • Motivated, enthusiastic and willing to learn, with a proactive and positive approach to work.
  • IT proficient with the ability to use bespoke software and Microsoft applications including Windows, Word and Outlook.
  • Clear and effective communication skills, with the ability to explain technical information, limitations, and requirements to non‑specialist colleagues when required.

Desirable Criteria – it would also be beneficial to have:

  • Experience calibrating environmental chambers (temperature, humidity and pressure)

Further Information

TÜV SÜD in the UK offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes a minimum of 33 days holiday entitlement (for full-time employees, including public holidays), a contributory Group Personal Pension Plan and a non-contributory Group Life Assurance Scheme. We also offer various Salary Exchange/Sacrifice schemes (buying/selling holiday, cycle to work scheme, pensions), incentive schemes and comprehensive wellbeing support (Employee Assistance Programme, Dental Scheme and Occupational Health services). Dependent on their role, employees may also be eligible for hybrid/permanent homeworking, a Company Car/Car Allowance and Private Medical Insurance.

Work Area:  Manufacturing, Consumer Products & Food
Country/Region:  United Kingdom
Job Location:  Fareham
Working Model​:  Onsite
Employment Type:  Full time / regular
Company:  TUV SUD Ltd.
Org Unit Code:  TECH-MAIN
Requisition ID:  8033
Duration in months (if limited contract):