Manufacturing Engineering Lead (CNC Machining)

Moog Inc.•Aurora, IL

2d•$110,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

Moog is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Lead for their Industrial Group in Buffalo, NY. This hands-on leadership role involves guiding a team of Manufacturing Engineers, supporting diverse CNC machining technologies, driving process improvements, mentoring engineering talent, influencing equipment strategy, and solving complex manufacturing challenges. The position combines technical expertise with people leadership, focusing on developing talent, shaping manufacturing strategy, and supporting a large machine fleet to guide the growth of machining operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field with five (5) or more years of relevant experience; or an Associate degree in a technical field with nine (9) or more years of relevant experience; or 13 or more years of relevant manufacturing engineering experience in lieu of a degree.
Hands-on experience within a CNC machining environment.
Strong CAD/CAM programming experience and knowledge of machining process development.
Experience supporting multiple machining technologies such as CNC turning, milling, Swiss machining, grinding, EDM, or multi-tasking machines.
Strong understanding of tooling, fixturing, process optimization, and root cause problem-solving.
Experience troubleshooting manufacturing issues and implementing process improvements in a production environment.
Ability to provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers, machinists, and cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

Previous technical leadership, team lead, supervisory, or mentoring experience.
Experience leading Manufacturing Engineers within a machine shop or precision manufacturing environment.
Experience with capital equipment planning, machine replacement strategies, and manufacturing risk assessments.
Experience within aerospace, defense, industrial manufacturing, or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement experience.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of Manufacturing Engineers supporting a diverse CNC machining environment.
Serve as the technical expert for manufacturing processes, machining strategy, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support a broad range of machining technologies including CNC turning, milling, Swiss machining, grinding, and EDM operations.
Drive process improvements that enhance safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance.
Provide hands-on manufacturing engineering support through CAD/CAM programming, troubleshooting, and process development.
Partner with Operations, Quality, and Engineering teams to resolve technical challenges and improve manufacturing performance.
Develop employee training plans, provide performance coaching, and help build future engineering talent.
Lead root cause investigations, corrective actions, and manufacturing risk reduction efforts.
Support machine risk assessments, capital equipment planning, and long-term manufacturing strategy.
Remain a hands-on contributor while helping shape the future of our manufacturing organization.

Benefits

great compensation package
bonus opportunities
matching 401k
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations)
Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
Flexible paid time off
holidays
parental leave program
relocation assistance
Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
Tuition Assistance
mentorship and coaching opportunities
leadership development and other personal growth programs
Warm, respectful, family-like environment driven by our 12 core values.
Multiple Employee Resource Groups led by our employees, open and welcoming to all.