Engineering Jobs in Macedon Wayne County, NY

CTG's long-standing Fortune 500 client of over 15 years has a W2 contract assignment for a Project Manager III.

Type: Long-term contract

Job Title: Project Manager III

Location: Fairport, NY

Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite in Fairport, NY

Pay Rate: Based on experience

Work Hours: M-F 8am-5pm

Education: BS in Engineering (Mechanical, Optical, or related field preferred) or Associate's Degree with significant relevant experience.

Description

Lead technical programs and cross-functional teams to deliver on schedule, budget, and scope. Collaborate with internal and external customers, manage program risks, and ensure alignment with strategic goals. Develop business cases, oversee product testing, and communicate progress, risks, and milestones to stakeholders and leadership.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 5–7+ years managing technical programs
• Project management and leadership experience
• Proven ability to lead technical teams and build strong customer relationships
• Cross-functional collaboration across commercial, technical, and technology teams
• Budget, schedule, and resource management
• Skilled in MS Project, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Analytical, practical decision-making and problem-solving
• Strong verbal and written communication across organizational levels
• Process discipline and attention to detail

Desired Skills:

• MS degree or higher in engineering/optics
• Experience with program management systems and product transfer to manufacturing
• Familiarity with SAP or similar systems

Additional Information

• No third-party resumes will be accepted
• Drug testing and/or other employment-related inquiries may be conducted
• Applicants with criminal histories considered in compliance with laws
• Must be able to work on a W2 Tax basis (no C2C or third-party vendors)
• CTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and an E-Verify Company

Training Coordinator

Fairport, NY - Onsite 5 days

Summary:

Supports and leads production training programs, driving training effectiveness, compliance, and continuous improvement across operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain job training and certification content with SMEs
• Lead Focused Interval Training and compliance efforts
• Coordinate process change training with Ops & Engineering
• Support onboarding and classroom-style training sessions
• Maintain accurate training documentation and records

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s preferred; Associate’s or HS Diploma/GED with relevant experience required
• 1–5 years in manufacturing, operations, or training
• Strong MS Office skills
• Excellent communication, analytical, and presentation skills
• Self-starter, adaptable in fast-paced environments

Preferred:

• TWI / On-the-Job Training experience
• Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI
• eLearning development (e.g., BrainShark)

The ideal candidate will be responsible for executing and leading the full design process from ideation to production. You will draw new designs and update our current designs. During the creation process, you will ensure that our designs meeting all necessary design responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Draw, update, and maintain designs
• Manage multiple complex projects at the same time
• Ensure our designs meet manufacturing, technical and customer Responsibilities
• Ensure that all design projects are completed within budget and time

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering or relevant technical degree
• CAD experience
• Proficient in Solidworks
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Title: Quality Engineer

Location: Fairport NY

Job Description — Quality Engineer (Advanced Optics Manufacturing)

Position Summary

The Quality Engineer strengthens product quality systems and architecture within the Quality Management System (QMS) in an advanced optics manufacturing environment. This role translates customer requirements and field performance insights into defined standards, controls, and acceptance criteria while ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.

The position drives quality excellence by managing process, product, and equipment changes, ensuring deliverables meet intended use through testing, inspection, and verification. The role requires strong cross-functional collaboration and independent, data-driven decision-making based on engineering principles, scientific methods, and quality best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Systems & Compliance

• Apply and maintain knowledge of ISO Quality Standards.
• Ensure product quality and compliance with internal and customer requirements.
• Support and maintain Quality Management System effectiveness.
• Perform internal and external audits to ensure regulatory and procedural compliance.
• Author and review SOPs, specifications, and technical documentation.

Continuous Improvement & Process Optimization

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, manufacturing efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Optimize sampling plans and inspection methodologies for Quality Control and manufacturing processes.
• Lead Lean and Performance Excellence (PEx) initiatives using data analysis and experimentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve yield, increase capacity, reduce complexity, and optimize workflows.

Product & Process Engineering Support

• Collaborate with plant and division innovation teams to translate new product requirements into plant specifications.
• Support qualification and validation activities alongside Plant Engineering.
• Ensure process changes meet quality, compliance, productivity, and cost targets.
• Maintain strong product, analytical, and process knowledge.

Problem Solving & Investigations

• Lead or support root cause investigations related to customer complaints and process or product performance issues.
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies to resolve technical challenges independently.
• Support material disposition decisions based on quality evaluation.

Training & Collaboration

• Provide employee training on procedures, technical updates, and quality practices.
• Work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to achieve operational objectives.
• Support project execution and contribute to project management activities.

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in manufacturing, process, or quality environments.
• Previous Quality Engineering experience within manufacturing or technical operations.
• Experience conducting internal and external audits.
• Demonstrated root cause analysis and independent problem-solving capability.
• Experience with material disposition processes.
• Experience developing procedures and work instructions.
• Project management experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and/or regulated product environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification (Performance Excellence).
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent.
• ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA) or equivalent.
• Leadership experience managing technical or improvement projects.
• Experience using problem-solving/statistical software (e.g., Minitab).
• Experience in an optical manufacturing environment.

Soft Skills & Competencies

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage ambiguity and change.
• Customer-focused mindset (internal and external stakeholders).
• Cross-cultural awareness and professional communication skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented approach.

Are you a driven Quality Engineer with strong manufacturing experience and a passion for continuous improvement? Join a leading advanced optics manufacturing operation and play a key role in strengthening product quality systems and driving operational excellence.

Duration: 12 Months

Travel: Minimal (≤5%)

What You’ll Do:

• Strengthen and enhance the Quality Management System (QMS)
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and customer requirements
• Lead root cause investigations, customer complaint resolution & corrective actions
• Optimize sampling plans and QC processes
• Support qualification & validation activities with Plant Engineering
• Author/review SOPs, specifications & work instructions
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean & PEx tools
• Conduct internal and external audits
• Disposition materials and ensure product compliance
• Provide training and cross-functional collaboration support

What We’re Looking For:

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related technical field

Minimum 3 years of manufacturing/process/quality experience

Strong root cause analysis & independent problem-solving skills

Experience with material disposition & auditing

Knowledge of ISO 9001 & regulated products

Project management experience

Proficiency in MS Office

Nice to Have:

Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt)

ASQ CQE or CQA Certification

Minitab proficiency

Optical manufacturing experience

Key Competencies:

• Detail-oriented and organized
• Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
• Customer-focused mindset
• Self-starter who thrives in dynamic environments
• Data-driven decision maker

Title: Production Training Coordinator II

Note: DOD/ITAR Compliance Required - This is an ITAR facility.

Interview Process: Two Rounds. First round - phone screen with direct manager. Second round - onsite interview with direct manager and team.

Hours of Work: Mon-Fri, 7am-4pm. Alternate schedules may be accommodated with approval.Additional hours may be required during periods of heightened project activity. Occasional schedule adjustments are expected to support off-shift operations.

Scope of Position:

• The Production Training Coordinator contributes to the development, delivery, and sustainment of a formalized job training program supporting production job training processes.
• This role often takes the lead and actively participates in building training systems, improving training effectiveness, and promoting training best practices across operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to develop, update, and maintain job certifications and job training content.
• Lead the development and execution of Focused Interval Training and ensure ongoing compliance with training requirements.
• Create, manage, and deploy process change training events in coordination with Operations and Engineering.
• Champion training best practices in support of continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support and participate in new hire onboarding and training events.
• Maintain training documentation and records using standard systems and tools.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in technical or training related field (preferred). Associate's degree or HS Diploma/GED with significant relevant experience (minimum required).
• 1 to 5 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or job training.

Required Qualifications:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Outlook (or ability to learn)
• Ability to collaborate effectively with Operations and Engineering subject matter experts
• Professional demeanor with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter with a proactive, results-oriented mindset
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Comfort in leading meetings, presentations, and classroom-style training
• Able to adapt quickly in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with Job Instruction (TWI) and On-the-Job Training methodologies
• Experience with developing Power Automate, Power App, or Power BI solutions
• Experience developing eLearnings (e.g. BrainShark) and training curriculums.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.

Ainsley Search Group is seeking a seasoned Continuous Improvement Manager with experience in leading Kaizen projects to join a Global Manufacturer based in Wayne County. This CI Leader will report to the VP of Operations and work closely with local cross functional teams to lead and implement CI & Kaizen Project development, planning, and execution for the local and regional manufacturing plants. This is a permanent opportunity with lucrative base salary, bonus and competitive benefit. In addition, company would like to develop this individual to be the Director of Operational Excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Report to the President and work closely with local supply chain, production, engineering, manufacturing, R&D, maintenance, etc. to develop, plan and executive CI projects and initiatives.
• Conducts DMAIC, design for Six Sigma Projects and address business process problems and design new processes to achieve results, apply a control plan on project completion and integrate the control plan into the current SOP.
• Provide hands-on training, mentoring and coaching to all level of internal customers on CI initiatives, project scope; educate personnel about change management and encourage engagement and transform culture of significant focus on continuous improvement, waste reduction, quality, safety, etc.
• Provides, instructs and facilitates Six Sigma Training and JIT training, identifies opportunities for Six Sigma Projects and analyzes data to determine project scope, timeline and roadmap.
• SPC Charts apply on projects, works with process owners and IT to ensure data availability to process owners for tracking and measuring performance and progress.
• Project manage approved Continuous Improvement programs by coordinating necessary human and operational resources and setting and implementing budgetary and timing controls to achieve chartered goals.
• Coach, counsel and train operational managers and staff to apply, support, sustain and develop a Continuous Improvement culture.
• Facilitate and lead Continuous Improvement events as a subject matter expert while empowering operational staff and associates to present ideas and create improvements and solutions.
• Leverage best practices are gained through Continuous Improvement activities to other activities which would benefit from implementation.
• Develop, deliver, and support programs to teach personnel about lean principles, tools & concepts: problem solving, coaching, Kaizens, value stream mapping, mistake proofing, Visual Factory, Kaizen, 5S, TPM, QCO and flow manufacturing.
• Monitor, assess, and develop metrics to measure the cycle of change management; champion the CI initiatives and recommend process improvement to management team based on assessment of changes, CI Projects, project implementation, etc.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Process Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Business, or related field.
• Six Sigma Certified desired.
• Recent years of recent work experience as a CI Engineer, Industrial Engineer, CI Manager, or similar within manufacturing industry.
• Solid hands-on experience in managing changes, CI projects, conflict management, culture transformation.
• Solid knowledge in CI related practices such as kaizen, 5S, TQM, Value Stream Mapping, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma.
• Solid knowledge in Project Management, able to develop scope of project based on timeline, budget, resource, cost, etc.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skill, excellent communication and people skill.
• Able to work in a manufacturing/production environment.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Lucrative base compensation
• Annual bonus
• 401k with match
• Relocation Assistance
• Health, dental and vision
• PTO and paid holidays
• Flexible spending and health saving accounts
• Long-term, short term
• Life insurance