Engineering Jobs in Lancaster New York

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From your PASSION to ours

Lactalis American Group, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring an Engineering Project Manager based in Buffalo, NY.

Job Summary

The Project Engineer is responsible for managing and directing capital engineering projects of varying size and scope throughout the project life cycle from concept to completion. This includes scope development, cost estimate preparation, facility layout & design, engineering and design of process equipment, specifications, procurement, as well as overseeing project installation and commissioning. The role focuses on ensuring the technical and engineering integrity of projects, driving innovation and efficiency in design and execution. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

Key responsibilities for this position include:

• Capital Budget Management: Collaborate with facility staff to develop and submit capital appropriation requests for management approval, ensuring alignment with engineering standards and objectives.
• Project Engineering and Management: Lead the development of project scopes, preliminary budgets, detailed cost estimates, equipment specifications, drawings, and bid documents. Manage engineering projects with internal and external resources to ensure they meet engineering requirements, quality standards, and are delivered on time and within budget.
• Design and Development Oversight: Ensure that project designs meet all engineering criteria and deliver project objectives effectively and efficiently. Oversee the creation of detailed engineering documents including studies, calculations, drawings, plans and specifications.
• Vendor Coordination: Work with equipment vendors to obtain and evaluate competitive proposals. Prepare purchase requisitions, review project-related engineering documentation for code compliance, and schedule equipment deliveries to meet project timelines.
• Compliance and Standards: Ensure that all equipment and construction adhere to relevant safety, quality, and regulatory standards, including FDA, BRC, OSHA, and EPA requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with Finance, Operations, R&D, IT, Quality, Sanitation, Health & Safety, Legal, and other departments to integrate engineering solutions into broader company initiatives.
• Field Installation and Commissioning: Oversee contractors and manage the field installation of processing systems. Ensure that equipment and workmanship meet or exceed project requirements, prepare reports, and manage change orders from start-up through commissioning.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct Factory Acceptance Tests or Pre-Delivery Inspections at suppliers' sites as needed. Coordinate equipment start-up, commissioning, and training to ensure optimal performance.
• Safety Leadership: Promote and support safety protocols for contractors and team members on all projects.
• Flexibility: Be available for travel and extended or off-hours work as required by project demands.
• Additional Duties: Perform other tasks as assigned by management, ensuring they align with the engineering focus of the role.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Qualified applicants will contribute the following:

Education

• Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Majors in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or other relevant engineering majors is preferred.

Experience

• 4+ years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.

Certifications and specific knowledge

• Proficient using Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience using AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, SEE, and MS Project would be a plus.

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.

About the Hiring Firm

This firmis a global leader in precision motion control and systems engineering, with a long track record of delivering some of the most technically demanding components and systems used in aerospace, defense, industrial automation, and other markets. This company designs, manufactures, and integrates high-performance supplies/products across a range of advanced and exciting industries.

As an On-Site Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will:

• Lead the development and launch of manufacturing processes for new aerospace components from concept through production
• Champion Design for Manufacturability (DFM) by partnering closely with design and engineering teams early in the lifecycle
• Develop, validate, and optimize CNC programs, operation sequences, fixturing concepts, tooling, and gauge requirements, and detailed work instructions
• Drive continuous improvement of existing production processes through direct, hands-on involvement on the shop floor
• Establish time standards, labor estimates, and economic run quantities for complex, high-precision parts
• Create accurate cost models to support new business opportunities and ongoing process improvements
• Evaluate, justify, and implement new capital equipment and advanced manufacturing technologies
• Collaborate daily with engineering, operations, quality, technicians, and suppliers to resolve manufacturing issues and mentor team members
• Lead manufacturing projects and, where applicable, own the engineering scope of a dedicated production cell
• Support and improve automated manufacturing cells to reduce labor, improve consistency, and increase throughput

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic

Construction Project Manager

Location: Buffalo, NY

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Pay Range: $75,000 – $100,000 plus bonus

Work Type: Full-time

Work Model: Field

Positional Overview

The Imagine Group is recruiting for a Construction Project Manager on behalf of our client, a leading electrical design, engineering, construction, and maintenance contractor headquartered in Buffalo, NY with a legacy of serving commercial, industrial, institutional, and utility clients. The organization delivers comprehensive power systems, lighting, controls, and infrastructure solutions — from high-voltage substations to low-voltage systems and 24/7 emergency service — supported by in-house expertise in engineering and project execution.

In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing electrical construction projects from pre-construction planning through final completion, ensuring work is delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with contract specifications. You will coordinate field teams, subcontractors, and clients, manage schedules and financials, and proactively address project risks to drive successful outcomes and maintain strong customer relationships.

Role & Responsibility:

• Build relationships with customers and introduce complete portfolio of company services where appropriate.
• Collaborate with all company divisions when working with new and existing customers to ensure exceptional project delivery.
• Adhere to IBEW rules and regulations and all customer, Local, State and Federal codes and standards.
• Manage and oversee construction project lifecycle to include:
• Contract, Finance, and budget:
• Understanding the full scope of a project based on contract documents and or scope letter.
• Manage customer requests for estimates in a timely manner.
• Manage and track the Change Order process to effectively keep the project moving forward. This includes maintaining the contract value in Foundation is accurate with the work being performed.
• Manage and prepare all invoices per the contract and or the customers’ specific requirements.
• Manage the project budget by tracking (and reviewing weekly) the projects committed costs and actual cost vs estimated costs and estimated cost to complete.
• Setup and review weekly cost codes (based on all projects being over 1000 man\hours).
• Create and manage subcontracts for necessary work to be performed on the project.
• Work collaboratively with the foreman on progress of project to ensure the project is appropriately staffed and field employees have all required tools & equipment to perform their job safely and efficiently.
• Procure materials with the intension of just-in-time delivery; resolve delivery issues and site logistics challenges with safety and efficiency in mind.
• Work in conjunction with other trades on jobsite to meet project objectives.
• When required, manage the submittal approval process to ensure compliance with contract specifications and installation methodology.
• Create and drive a construction schedule that aligns with the owner/construction manager’s schedule.
• Create and manage all subcontracts where labor is required to be performed.
• Create and manage all participation requirements per the project contract.
• Manage the RFI Process.
• Ensure project closeout documents are submitted in a timely manner.

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (construction or project management, engineering, etc.) preferred
• Five years in the commercial electrical trade preferably running projects as a foreman.
• Field experience coordinating with construction management.
• Extensive knowledge of project scheduling, bids, take-offs, change orders, and contracts.
• Demonstrated ability to develop relationships and assist in winning projects
• Demonstrated ability to run a profitable portfolio.
• Exceptional initiative, execution and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Exceptional analytical, motivational, and leadership skills.
• Journeyman or Master Electrician's license a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment with tight deadlines

PrideNow is hiring a skilled Electrician for our client in the Tonawanda/Buffalo, NY area. This is a direct hire opportunity working for a industrial equipment supplier/manufacturing in a job shop environment. Must be open to some travel when needed.

JOB SUMMARY

• Read and interpret electrical schematics and assembly drawings to build systems in compliance with NEC, UL, CSA, and other applicable codes.
• Work hands-on at a bench or directly on freeze dryers to perform wiring, layout, and system integration safely.
• Assemble and layout mechanical components as needed (e.g., power cabinets, control cabinets, sub-panels).
• Test wiring and systems before and during power-up.
• Communicate effectively with engineering and support cross-functional manufacturing activities.
• Guide electrical assembly work to ensure safety and quality standards are met.
• This role involves working at heights and in confined spaces, as well as tasks requiring bending, climbing, or lifting up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodation.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

• Prior experience in electrical work (industrial or equipment assembly preferred).
• Strong electrical aptitude and hands-on skills.
• Ability to work independently in a job shop environment.
• Commitment to safety and adherence to all SHE (Safety, Health & Environmental) standards.
• Availability for domestic and international travel.

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU A GREAT FIT

• Willingness to learn additional technical skills and support off-site installations or preventive maintenance.
• Trade school training.

SALARY RANGE

• $24 - $30 hourly.
• Overtime eligible.
• Bonus.

WHAT WE OFFER

• GLOBAL ENVIRONMENT: A dynamic and innovation-driven workplace, part of a multinational and multicultural group.
• DIVERSITY & INCLUSION CULTURE: Promoted through the Corporate Code of Ethics and dedicated programs.
• CONTINUOUS LEARNING: We view learning as a strategic lever for growth and motivation. We support internal training and external development initiatives.
• WELLBEING: We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and tuition assistance. As well as an annual bonus.

About A3 Staffing and the hiring firm

A3 Staffing is a Buffalo-based recruiting firm focused on connecting skilled professionals with leading organizations across technical industries, including construction, engineering, IT, and advanced manufacturing. This firm is a leading general contractor specializing in concrete, masonry, carpentry, and commercial construction projects. This firm emphasizes craftsmanship, safety, and teamwork.

Position Summary

The Construction Superintendent is responsible for managing field operations from project kickoff through completion across concrete, masonry, and general building projects of varying scale. This role oversees day-to-day site execution to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project specifications and quality standards.

Primary responsibilities include coordinating subcontractors and site crews, maintaining project schedules, monitoring costs, supporting procurement activities, and enforcing safety procedures. The Superintendent also manages field documentation, oversees submittals and approvals, and serves as the primary on-site liaison with project owners, architects, consultants, and trade partners to keep construction activities aligned and progressing efficiently.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic

Mechanical Design Engineer - Complex Custom Equipment

Company Description

Our client specializes in manufacturing industrial machinery and equipment for customers in a variety of sectors. They are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer at their site near Buffalo, NY. This is an onsite position that is involved with the development, design and complete engineering definition of products for fabrication in conjunction with sales proposals and customer input, satisfying customer needs.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a client who are going through an exciting growth period, offering an excellent culture and long-term progression.

The Role

The Mechanical Design Engineer will oversee knowledge of the project specific engineering schedule, and also mitigate potential issue with the schedule and any conflicts or delays to the supervisor.

The role will also require you to read and interpret Process and Instrumentation Diagrams, participate in project kick-off meetings, have a complete understanding of project specifications and customer expectations.

Other responsibilities include understanding and knowing how to apply common codes and standards, working with Project Engineers in a team environment to create conceptual designs to support sales and detailed designs, and managing multiple projects and balancing requirements to keep all the projects on schedule.

Requirements

• Strong Mechanical Design experience in a full time role within a similar industry sector.
• Previous experience of working within a manufacturing floor and exposed to design work.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Experience with 3D modelling and 2D drafting, including experience with Autodesk Inventor design software and parametric modelling techniques.
• Experience in designing complex custom equipment highly desirable.

This role is paying an excellent basic salary in addition to a generous benefits package.

Seeking a Operations Manager to plan, direct, and coordinate manufacturing processes. Oversees day-to-day activities with Engineering team, Production staffing and performance of manufacturing processes. May also act as backup to the Production Manager in their absence.

Duties:

▪Committed to ensuring the achievement of continuous improvement within area of expertise, as well as areas of business in order to remain at the forefront of meeting Company objectives, thus proactively satisfying customers.

▪This position mandates that all required safety classes, trainings, and certifications be completed and maintained within the specific position/department.

▪Is aware of relevance and importance of their activities and how they contribute to the achievement of the quality objectives.

▪This position requires an employee to work their regularly scheduled shift; ability to work overtime and weekends.

▪Must be aware and comply with related ISO/IATF procedures, as applicable.

Process Management

▪Responsible for all internal and external Heat Treating operations, Plating Lines, Plating Lab, Environmental Control and all Surface Finish processes.

▪Analyzes and plans workforce utilization, space requirements and workflow, layout, tooling, and installation of new equipment and fixtures.

▪Confers with planning and Production Control concerning available capacity to ensure efficient production flow.

▪Troubleshoot and resolve problems effectively as they occur in the manufacturing processes.

▪Estimates and communicates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs for management decisions.

▪Notifies and advises stakeholders of production problems or potential concerns.

▪Conducts 'make/buy' decisions on processing (such as heat treat) based on capabilities, cost, and capacity.

▪Determine which quantities of which parts will be outsourced to approved suppliers.

▪Drives regular meetings with outside suppliers to review capacity, quality, and deliveries.

▪Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods in area of responsibility (AOR).

▪Ensure all process-centric projects are completed on time and within budget.

▪Responsible for researching new technology for AOR directly and through Supervisors and Engineers.

Leadership

▪Drives a culture of continuous improvement for safety, quality, productivity, and work environment.

▪Leads and attends meetings for assigned projects.

▪Communicates major and/or complex situations and actions, internally and externally.

▪Documents and reports on more complex or unique issues and effectively articulates actions and conclusions.

▪Coaches and mentors and indirect reports.

▪Provide professional development goals for direct reports.

▪Establish expectations and clear direction to meet goals and objectives.

▪Conduct thorough employee evaluations. Ensure goals are reviewed with direct reports regularly.

▪Develops and maintains professional working relationships in complex and/or difficult situations.

▪Responsible for ensuring the knowledge in each department within AOR is properly documented and organized.

▪Ensure operations in AOR meet/exceed the town, county, state, and national requirements.

▪Travel may be required to support projects, manage customer issues, provide support for sales, gain product information, resolve customer issues, or attend trade shows.

▪Makes determinations based on facts. Identifies problems, reports potential problems, and assesses options.

▪Remain flexible to meet constantly changing and sometimes opposing demands.

▪This job description in no way states or even implies that these are the only duties

Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Buffalo, NY

Up to $90,000 + Benefits

Structural Steel

Why This Role Matters:

Your expertise ensures the quality and reliability of complex structural steel projects, verifying that every weld, joint, and fabrication meets the highest standards of safety, compliance, and workmanship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform weld inspections to AWS, ASME, ISO, and client standards
• Conduct visual, dimensional, and non-destructive testing (VT, PT, MT, UT)
• Interpret welding procedures, blueprints, and technical specifications
• Identify and resolve quality concerns with production and engineering teams
• Maintain accurate inspection records, logs, and reports
• Audit welding processes for compliance and best practices
• Support welders with training on quality requirements and standards

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) – required
• Experience in structural steel, shipbuilding, or heavy fabrication
• Strong knowledge of welding codes (AWS D1.1, ASME Section IX, etc.)
• Proficiency in NDT methods (ASNT Level I/II preferred)
• Skilled at interpreting weld symbols, drawings, and blueprints
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills

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Position:

Territory Sales Representative--OEM Specialist

Area of Responsibility:

Ontario, Canada.

Role

This is a unique opportunity for a strategic sales professional to analyze, plan and execute. The limited area of representation allows a focused approach to the market. The structure of the company and its management style favor professionals that want to both “farm and harvest “and be involved in the decisions. This is a permanent position that offers a competitive salary and uncapped commission structure.

Reporting: works closely with the Territory lead and reports to the Sales Director.

If you are passionate about people, business and teamwork, we would love to hear from you!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with OEM industrials costumers.
• Identify new business opportunities and drive sales growth within the OEM segment.
• Provide technical support and product recommendations tailored to OEM requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering and product Managers to propose tailored power solutions.
• Prepare and deliver presentations, proposals, and quotations.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals in alignment with company policies.
• Promote the company’s products.
• Formulate plans to convert opportunities into profitable sales; quantify and prioritize these opportunities.
• Help the company to understand the marketplace and increase its market shares
• Look-Listen-Learn approach.
• Participate wholly and willingly in planning, strategy, and team development for your territory.
• Help develop and install a solid customer satisfaction approach.
• Regularly enter and maintain records of contacts, accounts, calls, sales, leads and schedules in CRM, including maintaining internal forms.
• Become an asset to our customer base and our company.
• Recommend and implement actions for continuous process improvement

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have strong communication skills and etiquette.
• Must be able to work well with others and assist the public cooperatively and courteously.
• Must be able to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed.
• Must be able to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• High communication and negotiations skills.
• Must be able to work independently and carry out assignments to completion with minimum instruction and adhere to established routines and practices
• Must have excellent work ethic.
• Ability to prospect with customers, generate sales leads.
• Self-starter and results oriented individual.
• Well structured with organization skills.
• Autonomous and problem solver.
• Positive attitude and good work ethic.
• Must demonstrate competency with computers and be proficient in Microsoft Excel and familiar with Microsoft Office Suite, CRM systems, and ERP systems

Education and Experience Required

• 5+ years of demonstrated success in a similar role is required
• Post Secondary Diploma/Certificate is required.
• Knowledge of the diesel engine, power transmission, and/or equipment industries.
• Candidates possessing relevant dealer development experience with the appropriate product and market background Industrial will be considered
• Must Possess a valid driving license and passport.

Travel Required

The Territory Sales Representative-OEM Specialistwill be expected to travel as much as 70% of work time to accounts within the territory. Monthly presence at the Mississauga office will be required and occasional travel between the company’s sites is to be expected, including Superior Diesel sites in US

Territory Sales Representative- OEM Specialist

• As Territory Sales Representative-OEM Specialist, you are expected to perform the responsibilities of this position in an efficient, accurate and courteous manner. Your dedication and willingness to take responsibility for your contributions are crucial to the company’s success.