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Job Title:
Tool & Fixture Design Engineer
Reporting To:
Manager, Process
Work Schedule:
Onsite – Buffalo, NY
Our team in Industrial Group is looking for a Tool & Fixture Design Engineer to
join them. You will report to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager and will
have an onsite work schedule in East Aurora, NY.
The Tool & Fixture Design Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing,
and sustaining manufacturing processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and
cost-effectiveness. This role plays a key part in designing and implementing
tooling and fixtures, programming and supporting CAM systems, and driving
continuous improvement initiatives across production operations
As a Tool & Fixture Design Engineer, here’s what you’ll do:
* Design, develop, and validate production tooling, jigs, and fixtures to
support machining and assembly processes
* Create detailed drawings and CAD models for tooling and fixturing using
standard engineering design software
* Collaborate with machining, quality, and production teams to ensure tooling
meets process capability and repeatability requirements
* Oversee fabrication, testing, and continuous improvement of tooling and
fixtures
* Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes for new and existing
products
* Analyze production workflows to identify opportunities for efficiency
improvements, cost reduction, and quality enhancement
* Support production troubleshooting and resolve manufacturing issues in a
timely manner
* Collaborate with design engineering teams to ensure products are designed for
manufacturability (DFM)
* Lead process planning, including routing creation, equipment selection, and
capacity planning
* Support prototype builds, pilot runs, and production launches
* Develop and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and standard
operating procedures (SOPs)
* Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality systems (e.g., ISO), and
regulatory requirements
* Support PFMEA, control plans, and process validation activities
* Work closely with production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain teams to
ensure manufacturing readiness and performance
* Provide technical support and training to operators and technicians
To be considered for this role, here’s what you’ll typically bring with you:
* Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering Discipline, equivalent experience may be
considered in lieu of a degree
* Hands-on experience with tooling, fixturing, and CNC machining environments
* Experience creating detailed drawings for tooling and fixturing
How We Care for You:
* Financial Rewards: great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching
401k, and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select
locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
* Work/Life Balance: Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave
program, relocation assistance.
* Health & Welfare: Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental,
vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other
supplemental benefit coverages.
* Professional Skills Development: Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching
opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
* Culture: Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core
values. Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and
welcoming to all.
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Salary Range Transparency:
Buffalo, NY $70,000.00–$100,000.00 Annually
Salary Range Disclaimer
The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range
for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary
depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and
performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total
compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses,
employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many
region-specific benefits.
This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.
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