Smart Factory Engineer

Edwards Vacuum LLC; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual variable compensation bonus

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick time

Tuition reimbursement

Training and development

Job summary

Edwards Vacuum LLC in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Smart Factory Engineer to drive site-wide digital transformation by integrating Digital, AI, Smart Manufacturing, Automation, and Lean/BPI capabilities to boost productivity and competitiveness.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will develop and execute an integrated strategy, lead cross-functional collaboration, and deliver measurable improvements across the Genesee facility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in manufacturing, engineering, operational excellence, digital transformation, or related fields.
• Proven experience in leading Digital Transformation, Smart Manufacturing, Automation, or Lean/BPI initiatives within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in semiconductor equipment, advanced manufacturing, industrial technology, or other complex engineering-driven industries is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Smart Factory Strategy & Roadmap: Establish site-wide transformation priorities across Digital, AI, Automation, and Lean/BPI.
• Digital & AI Transformation: Identify and prioritize high-value Digital and AI opportunities; promote AI-enabled productivity and data-driven decision-making.
• Factory Data & Performance Management: Drive data integration and establish dashboards and analytics capabilities; improve visibility of performance and opportunities.
• Cross-functional Leadership & Change Management: Partner with Operations, Engineering, SCM, Quality, HR, Finance, and other functions; lead organizational change management.

Skills

Digital transformation

AI & Analytics

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering / related technical discipline

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Location and Compensation

* Buffalo, NY * Be part of an exciting journey as we prepare for production at our new facility in the Western New York Science & Technology Advanced Manufacturing

Park (STAMP).

* Edwards Genesee location address: 6685 Crosby Rd Basom, NY 14013

* Salary Range: $89,590- $111,990Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on several factors, including a candidate's qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. * For more information about our location please click on this link; Welcome to Edwards Genesee Dry Pump Facility - Edwards Vacuum - USA

Your role

To accelerate site-wide business transformation at PC Genesee by integrating Digital, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Smart Manufacturing, Automation, and Lean / Business Process Improvement capabilities to improve productivity, operational efficiency, quality, and competitiveness.

As a member of the PC Genesee Engineering team reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the Smart Factory Engineer is responsible for developing and executing an integrated transformation strategy, driving cross-functional collaboration, and delivering measurable and sustainable business improvements across the site.

Main Responsibilities

Smart Factory Strategy & Roadmap

• * Work to establish site-wide transformation priorities across Digital, AI, Automation, and Lean/BPI.
• * Translate business challenges into practical transformation initiatives.
• * Define short-, medium-, and long-term transformation objectives.
• * Ensure alignment with divisional and Group digital and operational excellence strategies.

Digital & AI Transformation

• * Identify and prioritize high-value Digital and AI opportunities.
• * Promote AI-enabled productivity and data-driven decision-making.
• * Establish scalable digital solutions in collaboration with relevant functions and Group experts.

Factory Data & Performance Management

• * Drive factory data integration and effective utilization.
• * Establish common performance dashboards and analytics capabilities.
• * Improve visibility of operational performance and improvement opportunities.
• * Promote data quality, standardization, and consistent performance measurement.

Cross-functional Leadership & Change Management

• * Partner with Operations, Engineering, SCM, Quality, HR, Finance, and other functions.
• * Build commitment and ownership among functional leaders.
• * Lead organizational change management and communication.
• * Address barriers to transformation and ensure sustainable adoption of new processes and technologies.

Smart Factory Strategy & Roadmap

• * Work to establish site-wide transformation priorities across Digital, AI, Automation, and Lean/BPI.
• * Translate business challenges into practical transformation initiatives.
• * Define short-, medium-, and long-term transformation objectives.
• * Ensure alignment with divisional and Group digital and operational excellence strategies.

Digital & AI Transformation

• * Identify and prioritize high-value Digital and AI opportunities.
• * Promote AI-enabled productivity and data-driven decision-making.
• * Establish scalable digital solutions in collaboration with relevant functions and Group experts.

Factory Data & Performance Management

• * Drive factory data integration and effective utilization.
• * Establish common performance dashboards and analytics capabilities.
• * Improve visibility of operational performance and improvement opportunities.
• * Promote data quality, standardization, and consistent performance measurement.

Cross-functional Leadership & Change Management

• * Partner with Operations, Engineering, SCM, Quality, HR, Finance, and other functions.
• * Build commitment and ownership among functional leaders.
• * Lead organizational change management and communication.
• * Address barriers to transformation and ensure sustainable adoption of new processes and technologies.

To succeed, you will need

• The ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of employees or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Education level

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, or a related technical discipline.

Relevant Previous experience (minimum years of experience to competently carry out the role, not total year of experience)

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in manufacturing, engineering, operational excellence, digital transformation, or related fields.
• Proven experience in leading Digital Transformation, Smart Manufacturing, Automation, or Lean/BPI initiatives within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success in contributing to measurable business improvements through cross-functional transformation.
• Experience in semiconductor equipment, advanced manufacturing, industrial technology, or other complex engineering-driven industries is preferred.
• Experience working within a global matrix organization and managing international stakeholders is preferred.

* ***Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.***

Physical Demands

• * Sitting/Stationary Positioning: Remains in a seated position frequently (about 40-50% of the time) for tasks such as designing, analyzing data, or using computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• * Hand and Finger Use/Dexterity: Uses hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls occasionally to moderately (30-40% of the time), with manual dexterity and arm-hand steadiness for tasks like sketching, operating computers, or handling small tools; near vision required for detailed drawings or screens.
• * Standing/Walking: Traverses moderate distances or remains in an upright stationary position frequently (30-40% of the time) to inspect production lines, collaborate with teams, or evaluate equipment on the shop floor.
• * Moving Objects/Lifting/Carrying: Occasionally moves, transports, or positions objects weighing up to 20 pounds, such as tools, prototypes, or materials, during inspections or testing; requires minimal to moderate exertion for pushing or pulling equipment.
• * Bending/Twisting/Reaching: Positions self by bending, twisting, or stretching the body occasionally (20-30% of the time) to access equipment, inspect machinery, or reach workstations; moderate flexibility needed.
• * Repetitive Motions: Performs repetitive actions occasionally (20-30% of the time), such as typing or adjusting equipment, requiring sustained focus but minimal stamina compared to manual labor roles.
• * Other Environmental Factors: Frequently exposed to moderate noise levels (e.g., machinery, production environments) and occasionally to contaminants or hazardous equipment (20-30% of the time); may wear protective equipment (e.g., safety glasses, hard hats, or hearing protection) when on the shop floor (30-50% of the time); works in both office and manufacturing settings with constant interaction with others.

What you can expect from us:

* Excellent working conditionsand benefits.

* Part of the Atlas Copco Group with a wide-reaching internal job market.

* Work in a global, diverse and dynamic environment.

* You can grow with us: we always look for internal candidates before checking the market and have training and development programs.

* We have a friendly, family-like atmosphere - and that is not just a claim on the wall, it's a true fact.

* You can be creative and promote your own ideas.

* Every day brings new challenges and new things to learn.

Benefits Summary:

Annual Variable Compensation Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with Company Match, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Paid Floating Holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, Training and Development, Parental Leave, Disability Benefits, Life and AD&D Insurance.

We're an Equal Opportunity Employer:

Edwards Company considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws.

No person shall be denied the equal protection of the laws of this state or any subdivision thereof. No person shall, because of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, creed [or], religion, or sex, including sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy outcomes, and reproductive healthcare and autonomy, be subjected to any discrimination in [his or her] their civil rights by any other person or by any firm, corporation, or institution, or by the state or any agency or subdivision of the state, pursuant to law.

Edwards is a global leader of vacuum and abatement systems. We are proud to lead the industry, pushing the boundaries of science to deliver innovative products which are intrinsic to everyday life, working in partnership with our customers and continually setting new standards. With over 150 years of rich heritage, Atlas Copco Group is the partner of choice for tens of thousands of customers in critical applications around the world. Vacuum is required in diverse sectors, from the generation of power to the production of steel, to the challenging environments of space simulation and high energy physics research.

At Edwards, we believe there is always a better way. Our employees are full of ideas. When looking to add a new team member, we are looking for someone that can appreciate what the Edwards Team has done and bring their new ideas and perspective to enhance where we can go. At Edwards you get to be part of something big; we work globally, but also get the opportunity make a difference locally in our own discipline. We work hard to attract, motivate, develop and retain the best talent from the diversity of people across the globe. Our vision to be First in Mind, First in Choice relies on this strategy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Part of Atlas Copco Group