Quality Engineering · Metrology · GD&T
Elise
Vandermeer
Quality & Metrology Engineer — 12 Years

I engineer precision into every measurement, every tolerance, every inspection plan. Specializing in dimensional metrology and statistical process control for high-stakes manufacturing environments.

Performance Metrics
Inspection Accuracy Rate
99.97%
Quality Index
Cost of Poor Quality Reduced
$8.4M
Cumulative Savings
Measurement Systems Validated
140+
MSA Studies
Average Cpk Improvement
+0.74
Process Capability
Core Disciplines
Where precision
meets purpose
Dimensional Metrology

CMM programming (PC-DMIS, Calypso), laser trackers, structured light scanning. Extensive experience in aerospace and medical device tolerance verification.

GD&T Interpretation

ASME Y14.5 fluency. Lead design reviews to ensure drawing specifications are measurable and process-capable before tooling is committed.

Statistical Process Control

Control chart design, capability studies (Cp, Cpk, Pp, Ppk), and reaction planning. SPC implementation across multi-site production systems.

Measurement System Analysis

Full MSA per AIAG guidelines — Gauge R&R, linearity, stability, and bias studies. Calibration system management including uncertainty budgets.

Quality Systems (IATF / AS)

Authored and maintained quality management systems to IATF 16949 and AS9100D. Led 14 successful third-party surveillance audits without major findings.

PPAP & APQP

Full Level 3 and 4 PPAP submission management. Cross-functional team facilitation from design freeze through customer approval and production sign-off.

Selected Projects
Work that holds
to specification
001
Turbine Blade Inspection System

Designed a fully automated CMM inspection cell for high-pressure turbine blades. Developed PC-DMIS routines for 230+ critical features per part. Reduced inspection cycle time by 61% while improving GRR from 28% to 9%.

Cpk 1.89 achieved
Aerospace CMM GD&T
002
Medical Implant SPC Program

Built an enterprise-wide SPC program for orthopedic implant machining across four facilities. Created control plan templates, reaction plans, and trained 60+ quality technicians. Zero FDA non-conformances in subsequent audits.

FDA audit zero findings
Medical SPC FDA 21 CFR
003
Gearbox Housing PPAP — EV Platform

Managed end-to-end Level 4 PPAP for a new electric vehicle gearbox housing. Coordinated 6 cross-functional teams, resolved 23 drawing interpretation issues, and achieved customer approval 2 weeks ahead of SOP.

Level 4 — full approval
Automotive PPAP APQP
004
Calibration Lab Accreditation

Led in-house calibration laboratory through ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation. Developed measurement uncertainty budgets for 40 calibration procedures. Lab now serves 3 internal facilities and provides external calibration services.

ISO 17025 accredited
Metrology ISO 17025 Uncertainty
Built on a rigorous foundation
2008 — 2012
B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

Concentration in Manufacturing and Design. Senior capstone: tolerance stack-up analysis tool for complex assemblies. Graduated with Distinction.

2016
M.Sc. Quality Engineering
Lawrence Technological University (part-time)

Thesis: "Application of Uncertainty Analysis in Industrial CMM Measurements." Published in Journal of Manufacturing Science and Engineering.

Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
ASQ · 2013
Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB)
ASQ · 2016
IATF 16949 Internal Auditor
AIAG · 2018
GD&T Professional (GDTP)
ASME · 2015
CMM Operator – PC-DMIS Advanced
Hexagon · 2019
ISO/IEC 17025 Lead Assessor
A2LA · 2021
Let's talk
about precision

Available for senior quality engineering roles, consulting on measurement system design, and speaking engagements on metrology and SPC.

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Location
Ann Arbor, MI
Availability
Open to Opportunities