Project Engineer

Seco Tools•Sacramento, CA

About The Position

Seco is a global metal cutting and machining solutions provider. Seco SOLVA is transforming manufacturing by going beyond cutting tools to deliver holistic, end-to-end solutions that improve efficiency, profitability, and competitiveness across the full production process. We are now looking for a Project Engineer to develop and deliver end-to-end manufacturing solutions from concept through industrialisation. In this role, you will combine machining expertise, digital engineering tools, project leadership, and customer collaboration to define practical technical approaches, implement robust solutions, and create measurable value for customers and partners. As Project Engineer, you will lead technical projects from concept through implementation, ensuring delivery to agreed scope, quality, timelines, cost, and customer expectations. You will analyse manufacturing processes, define machining and tooling strategies, use CAD/CAM and simulation software to optimise solutions, and coordinate customers, sales teams, technical partners, and internal specialists. You will also support proposals, validation, reporting, project governance, and continuous improvement while representing Seco as a trusted technical partner. This role reports to the Regional Innovation Hub Manager

Requirements

Strong machining expertise across turning, milling, drilling, cutting-tool applications, and process optimisation.
Hands-on experience with CAD/CAM, manufacturing simulation, and programming 2-, 3-, and 5-axis machines, including multitasking machines.
Confident project leader with strong problem-solving, planning, coordination, and attention to detail.
Clear communicator who can engage customers, influence technical decisions, and collaborate across sales, engineering, suppliers, and partners.
Digitally confident with CRM, Microsoft 365, project tools, dashboards, data analysis, and technical reporting.
Fluent written and spoken English, with effective presentation and report-writing skills.
Customer-focused and accountable, with the technical credibility to create measurable value.
Autonomous, rigorous, and adaptable, while enjoying collaboration across diverse teams.
Curious, innovative, and data-driven, with a practical approach to complex manufacturing challenges.
Committed to safety, sustainability, continuous improvement, and ongoing learning.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, mechanical engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent relevant industry experience.
5–7 years of experience in production or mechanical engineering, technical application support, industrial sales, or customer-facing project delivery, preferably in metal cutting or manufacturing services.
Demonstrated experience leading technical projects, defining machining or tooling methodology, and delivering solutions from concept through implementation.
Experience with value-based or consultative selling, process development, CAD/CAM programming, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office tools.
Fluent English and willingness to travel domestically and internationally; a valid passport is required.

Nice To Haves

Agile project management and Lean Six Sigma qualifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end manufacturing projects from concept to implementation, delivering quality solutions on time and within scope.
Turn customer needs into practical machining, tooling, and execution strategies.
Use CAD/CAM and simulation tools to optimise processes, proposals, validation, and project documentation.
Shape high-performing cutting-tool applications and machining strategies.
Provide technical direction on tool design, programming, process optimisation, and digital solution validation.
Bring together sales, engineering, customer support, and technical specialists to achieve shared project goals.
Coach colleagues and share expertise to strengthen team capability and delivery.
Build trusted customer relationships and shape solutions that create clear business value.
Partner with sales throughout consultation, implementation, and troubleshooting.
Lead customer discussions and develop tailored tooling and machining solutions.
Coordinate multiple projects, balancing priorities, resources, risks, and customer commitments.
Track performance and continuously improve workflows, standards, and project delivery.
Turn customer feedback and market trends into new technical opportunities.
Benchmark competing solutions and champion digital transformation in manufacturing.
Analyse trial, process, and customer data to guide technical decisions and recommendations.
Showcase impact through case studies and measures such as tool life, cycle time, quality, productivity, and cost savings.
Champion a safe, responsible, and environmentally conscious working culture.
Follow company policies and support risk management, quality improvement, and audits.