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Buffalo, New York, United States
Onsite
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Job Title:
Tool & Fixture Design EngineerReporting To:
Manufacturing Engineering ManagerWork Schedule:
Onsite – Buffalo, NYOur 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
Three or more years’ experience in tool design or manufacturing engineer role
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 AnnuallySalary 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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