Project Engineer

About the role

Moog is a performance culture that empowers people to achieve great things. Our people enjoy solving interesting technical challenges in a culture where everyone trusts each other to do the right thing. For you, working with us can mean deeper job satisfaction, better rewards, and a great quality of life inside and outside of work.

Responsibilities

• Track and Monitor SQD Part Milestones
• Oversee all Supplier Quality Development (SQD) part milestones, including audits, Part Risk Assessments (PRAs), PPAP element completion, and problem resolution activities.
• Manage Part Categories
• Coordinate and support processes for Make-to-Buy parts, Buy-to-Buy parts, New Product Introduction (NPI), and problem parts to ensure timely execution and compliance.
• Maintain and Streamline Processes
• Continuously improve and manage the PRA and PPAP processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Documentation Compliance
• Ensure all required documentation for each component is completed, verified, and properly stored.
• Assign Risk Assessments
• Allocate Part Risk Assessments to Manufacturing Engineers (MEs) based on supplier ownership and ME skillsets.
• Continuous Improvement
• Drive ongoing improvements in PRA and PPAP processes to meet evolving business and quality standards.
• Supplier Support
• Provide hands-on support to suppliers as needed to resolve issues and maintain production schedules.
• Perform ME Tasks as Backup
• Execute Manufacturing Engineering tasks when assigned ME is unavailable due to vacation or workload constraints.
• Root Cause Analysis
• Conduct root cause investigations and implement corrective actions to resolve quality or process issues.
• PPAP Coaching and Execution
• Guide and assist in PPAP element execution and provide coaching to team members as required.
• Communication and Reporting
• Deliver SQD updates to SCPMs and other departments to ensure alignment and transparency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a Technical Field plus 5 years Manufacturing Engineering experience, along with 2 years Project Management experience

Qualifications

• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously using Microsoft Project or similar tools.
• Leadership Without Authority: Skilled at facilitating results through collaboration without direct supervisory control.
• Manufacturing Expertise: Deep understanding of manufacturing engineering principles and process qualification.
• Quality Tools: Proficiency in APQP, PPAP, and Part Risk Assessments.
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills using Six Sigma and Shainin Red-X methodologies.
• Technical Skills: Intermediate proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Unigraphics.
• Intermediate proficiency in Minitab for statistical analysis.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Skills

• Intermediate proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Unigraphics.
• Intermediate proficiency in Minitab for statistical analysis.

Benefits

• Financial Rewards: great compensation package, annual profit sharing, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 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
• Diverse and Inclusive Workplace: Employee Resource Groups, cultural events and celebrations

Pay

Buffalo, NY $100,000.00–$140,000.00 Annually

Schedule

Hybrid – Buffalo, NY