Application Engineer – Cutting Tools - Mexico South Cluster

5660 Seco Tools de Mexico S.A. de C V; Arroyo Seco; On-site; MXN 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Seco Tools is seeking an Application Engineer in Querétaro, Mexico to support field sales, train customers, and optimize tooling applications across Medical, Aerospace, Automotive, and General Engineering. You will collaborate with the North American Sales Team and Product Marketing to deliver value and productivity gains.

The role requires a degree in engineering or related field, 10+ years in metal machining with 5+ years in sales or applications, and proficiency in CAD/CAM and CNC

Qualifications

• Requires a degree in engineering, sales, marketing, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years in the metal machining industry with 5+ years in sales or applications.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software and CNC programming.
• Strong project management skills and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Field Sales Support: act as a technical expert on Seco Tools products and deliver training and cost-saving solutions.
• Project Management: coordinate cross-functional teams to meet customer expectations and track activities using CRM tools.
• Product Portfolio Growth: provide market insights to shape development and lead introduction of new tools.

Skills

CAD/CAM

CNC programming

Project management

Mentoring

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

Engineering degree or related field

Tools

CRM software

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Are you passionate about solving complex problems, fostering innovation, and making a meaningful impact in the metal machining industry? Do you thrive in a collaborative, inclusive environment where your unique perspectives and talents are valued? At Seco Tools, we are dedicated to building a diverse workplace and empowering women in engineering to grow, lead, and succeed. Seco Tools is seeking an Application Engineer in the Querétaro, Mexico area. The ideal candidate will collaborate directly with the North American Sales Team, local and global, Product Marketing Organizations of Seco Tools products and services. Support field sales and customers with training, technical knowledge, component processing, process documentation, troubleshooting, and productivity gains as required to secure sales.

Why Join Us?

At Seco Tools, we believe in fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are committed to supporting our team members in engineering by providing:

• Mentorship and leadership development programs to help you achieve your career goals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning in a supportive environment.
• Flexible work arrangements that enable work‑life balance.
• A culture of collaboration, inclusion, and respect, where your ideas and contributions matter.

Key Responsibilities:

• Field Sales Support: Act as a technical expert on Seco Tools products, promoting their applications across industries such as Medical, Aerospace, Automotive, and General Engineering. Deliver impactful training sessions, cost‑saving strategies, and innovative solutions tailored to customer needs. Support sales growth by identifying opportunities and creating engaging presentations that showcase our value.
• Project Management: Lead projects by coordinating with cross‑functional teams, including Sales, Engineering, and R&D, to meet customer expectations. Use CRM tools to track and drive customer‑focused activities, ensuring efficient and effective execution.
• Product Portfolio Growth and Direction: Collaborate with internal teams to shape product development by providing market insights and customer feedback. Participate in research and development projects to create innovative tools and solutions that address customer challenges. Champion the introduction of new products by developing comprehensive plans, including training and target account strategies.

What We’re Looking For:

• A degree in marketing, sales, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of experience in the metal machining industry, with 5+ years in sales or applications.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software and CNC programming.
• Strong project management skills and a collaborative mindset.
• A passion for mentoring others and building relationships.
• Excellent communication skills that inspire and influence.
• Fluent in both Spanish and English, with the ability to communicate effectively in both written and spoken forms.
• Willingness to travel 30-50%.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with Aerospace, Medical, and Automotive components.
• Proven success in leading teams, fostering partnerships, and achieving shared goals.
• A commitment to exceeding customer expectations while upholding organizational values.

What We Offer:

• Career Growth: Opportunities to expand your technical expertise and leadership capabilities.
• Supportive Work Environment: Flexible arrangements that respect your life outside of work.
• Impactful Work: A chance to contribute to projects that drive progress in critical industries.
• Diversity and Inclusion: A welcoming culture that values your unique perspective and empowers your voice.

Our Seco Culture

Our values guide how we work every day: Winning together, Curiosity, Responsibility, and Customer focus. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and enable better outcomes. Propelling the future forward with our own obsession for innovation. In short – if the right tool for the job exists, we’ll deliver it. If it doesn’t, we’ll create it. We’re also proud to put sustainability at the heart of everything we do, challenging perceptions of our industry, changing the process of manufacturing, and playing our own small part in shaping a brighter looking future.

About Seco Tools

At Seco Tools, we develop and deliver advanced metal‑cutting solutions that make machining easier and more productive. Our culture is built on four shared values: We Win Together, We Stay Curious, We Act Responsibly, and We Put Customers at the Center. With operations in more than 75 countries and 4,000 employees, we’re proud to be a global leader in machining excellence. Seco Tools, a subsidiary of Sandvik, is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For questions, contact [e-mail]. To learn more, please visit us at www.secotools.com