15th October, 2026
Our growing partner in WNY is looking for a strong Manufacturing Engineer to drive process efficiency, CNC programming support, and workflow optimization within their in‑house machine shop.
This is an onsite/ full-time/ direct-hire position
Salary based on experience: Up to $100k
This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys reducing waste, improving throughput, and partnering closely with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams to strengthen production performance.
About the Role
The Manufacturing Engineer will focus on eliminating inefficiencies, improving machining workflows, and supporting CNC program development and troubleshooting. As part of the Methods group, this individual will collaborate across departments to enhance processes, maintain accurate routings, develop tooling and fixtures, and support continuous improvement initiatives that drive cost savings and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide CNC programming support, oversee initial program releases, and troubleshoot machining issues to ensure reliable and repeatable production.
- Determine optimal manufacturing processes, maintain MRP routings, and create setup documentation for each job.
- Design, improve, and implement jigs, fixtures, and tooling for machining operations.
- Participate in Quality MRB meetings, document rework routings, and support corrective action activities.
- Review and update work procedures while identifying and implementing process improvements that increase efficiency and reduce waste.
- Recommend capital expenditures that improve throughput and reduce operational costs.
- Support Buffalo Pumps' business development initiatives through technical insight and process expertise.
Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Systems, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in an engineered‑to‑order (ETO) manufacturing environment.
- Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- High attention to detail with a strong drive for improvement and closure.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while thriving in a team‑oriented environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort working across manufacturing, engineering, and quality teams.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
We are an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual based on race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws.
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