Manufacturing Automation Lead Engineer

Job Title

Manufacturing Automation Lead Engineer

Onsite – Buffalo, NY (East Aurora, NY)

Technical Director, Missile Systems

Manufacturing Automation Lead Engineer scopes, designs, develops, implements, and supports cost‑effective automated manufacturing cells and systems.

• Identify, develop, and recommend cost‑effective manufacturing automation systems that provide savings and/or increased throughput.
• Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve efficiency, utilization, and output on existing and future manufacturing processes.
• Assist with specification and purchase of automation capital equipment, balancing technological capabilities with ROI.
• Interact and interface with employees from other departments and external automation integrators for project execution.
• Support ongoing manufacturing improvement activities involving industrial controls, machine vision, robotics, and automation components to optimize productivity.
• Provide support and continued development for automation projects already in service within Moog facilities.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair automation‑related software and hardware issues.
• Travel may be required for research, development, and installation of systems.
• Minimize impact on production while implementing new manufacturing automation processes.
• Work effectively in a cross‑functional matrix organization with other teams and sites.

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience including projects in industrial automation and control systems, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on industrial controls and integration experience.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Solid understanding of computer programming and software development related to control systems.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and perform complex automated system tests.

• Lean manufacturing, robotics programming, CNC machine interface/tending PLC programming.
• Control systems software, SCADA or enterprise system integration.
• CAD software proficiency and experience with platforms such as Ignition, Fanuc, or Rockwell Automation.

• Financial Rewards:
  Competitive compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Work/Life Balance:
  Flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leave program, relocation assistance.
• Health & Welfare:
  Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan and supplemental coverage.
• Professional Development:
  Tuition assistance, mentorship, coaching, leadership development and other growth programs.
• Collaborative Workplace:
  Inclusive culture, Employee Resource Groups, team‑building activities.

Buffalo, NY: $–$ annually

This position requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information.

MOOG is an Equal Opportunity Employer, affirming the right of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, contact our Human Resources department at 844‑367‑5787.