Senior Transformation Engineer

PrideNow; East Aurora (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage (medical, dental,视

401(k) retirement savings

Life & disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts

Job summary

PrideNow is seeking a Senior Transformation Engineer to drive CNC process optimization across multiple sites in the East Aurora area. The role involves implementing automation, leading Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, and supporting NPI and process validation with travel to nearby facilities.

Ideal candidates hold a Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering degree and 3–7+ years in machining environments, with strong GD&T and blueprint reading skills and aerospace experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 3–7+ years of experience in machining or manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes and tooling.
• Experience with GD&T and technical blueprint reading.
• Aerospace and defense manufacturing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or similar quality management systems preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience preferred.
• Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing operations is a plus.
• Ability to travel between manufacturing facilities as needed.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize CNC machining processes (milling, turning, grinding).
• Create and maintain work instructions, routers, and process documents.
• Lead cycle time reduction, cost savings, and yield improvements.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) and process validation.
• Implement automation and robotics to improve manufacturing operations.
• Provide engineering support across multiple facilities and standardize processes.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, customer specs, and regulations.
• Lead Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze production data to reduce scrap, rework, and downtime.
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, Supply Chain, and PM teams.
• Support root cause analysis, corrective actions, and capital equipment selection/installation.

Skills

CNC machining

Tooling knowledge

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Aerospace/defense experience

Multi-site operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

AS9100 knowledge

Job description

Our client, an aerospace and defense manufacturing company, is looking to hire a Senior Transformation Engineer.

Pay Rate Range: 120k/yr-140k/yr (depending on experience)

Location: East Aurora, NY (primary worksite), with some travel to Falconer, NY; Corry, PA; and Dayton, OH.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize CNC machining processes, including milling, turning, and grinding.
• Create and maintain work instructions, routers, and process documentation.
• Drive cycle time reduction, cost savings, and yield improvement initiatives.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) and process validation.
• Implement automation and robotics to improve manufacturing operations.
• Provide engineering support across multiple manufacturing facilities and standardize processes, tooling, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with AS9100, customer specifications, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Lead and support Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze production data to reduce scrap, rework, and downtime.
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, Supply Chain, and Program Management teams.
• Support root cause analysis, corrective actions, and capital equipment selection and installation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 3–7+ years of experience in machining or manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes and tooling.
• Experience with GD&T and technical blueprint reading.
• Aerospace and defense manufacturing experience preferred.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or similar quality management systems preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience preferred.Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing operations is a plus.
• Ability to travel between manufacturing facilities as needed.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

#PrideNow

For workers in the United States, PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

PrideGlobal and its affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

PrideGlobal and its affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

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