Project Engineer

Jobtailor; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a seasoned Lead Manufacturing Engineer to drive end-to-end projects from concept to implementation in a dynamic environment. You will translate customer needs into machining and tooling strategies, using CAD/CAM and simulation tools to optimize processes, proposals, validation, and documentation.

The role requires 5–7 years in production or mechanical engineering, strong machining expertise, and experience with value-based selling and CRM systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5–7 years in production or mechanical engineering or technical delivery.
• Experience in metal cutting or manufacturing services preferred.
• Proven ability to lead technical projects from concept to implementation.
• Experience with value-based selling, CAD/CAM programming, CRM, and MS Office.
• Strong machining expertise across turning, milling, drilling, and tooling.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM, simulation, and programming 2-, 3-, and 5-axis machines.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Lean Six Sigma/Agile qualifications advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end manufacturing projects from concept to implementation.
• Translate customer needs into machining and tooling strategies.
• Use CAD/CAM and simulation tools to optimise processes and project docs.
• Define tool applications, machining strategies, and validation.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, suppliers, and partners.
• Coach colleagues and share technical expertise.
• Build customer relationships and tailor tooling solutions.
• Analyze data and report impact with case studies.
• Support risk management, audits, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Project management

Customer engagement

Data analysis

Machining expertise

2-, 3-, and 5-axis programming

Technical reporting

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM

CRM systems

Microsoft 365

Project tools

Manufacturing simulation

Job description

Lead end-to-end manufacturing projects from concept to implementation, delivering quality solutions on time and within scope
Translate customer needs into machining, tooling, and execution strategies
Use CAD/CAM and simulation tools to optimise processes, proposals, validation, and project documentation
Define cutting-tool applications, machining strategies, tool design, programming, process optimisation, and digital solution validation
Coordinate sales, engineering, customer support, technical specialists, suppliers, and partners
Coach colleagues and share technical expertise
Build customer relationships and develop tailored tooling and machining solutions
Support sales through consultation, implementation, and troubleshooting
Coordinate multiple projects, priorities, resources, risks, and customer commitments
Track performance and improve workflows, standards, and project delivery
Turn customer feedback and market trends into technical opportunities; benchmark competing solutions and champion digital transformation
Analyse trial, process, and customer data and report impact through case studies and measures including tool life, cycle time, quality, productivity, and cost savings
Champion safe, responsible, and environmentally conscious working practices; support risk management, quality improvement, and audits

Requirements

• 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 experience in metal cutting or manufacturing services
• Demonstrated experience leading technical projects and defining machining or tooling methodology
• Experience delivering solutions from concept through implementation
• Experience with value-based or consultative selling, process development, CAD/CAM programming, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office tools
• 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
• Strong problem-solving, planning, coordination, attention to detail, customer engagement, and cross-functional collaboration
• Proficiency with CRM, Microsoft 365, project tools, dashboards, data analysis, and technical reporting
• Fluent written and spoken English, including presentation and report-writing skills
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally
• Valid passport required
• Agile project management and Lean Six Sigma qualifications are advantageous

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in leading end-to-end manufacturing projects, translating customer needs into effective machining and tooling strategies, and optimizing processes using CAD/CAM tools. Proficient in customer engagement, technical project delivery, and data analysis to drive quality improvements and operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Project Management
• CAD/CAM Programming
• Machining Expertise
• Customer Engagement
• Data Analysis

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Machining Strategies
• Tool Design
• Process Optimisation
• Digital Solution Validation
• Technical Application Support
• Value-Based Selling
• Manufacturing Simulation
• 2-, 3-, and 5-Axis Programming
• Technical Reporting
• Quality Improvement

Soft Skills

• Problem-Solving
• Planning
• Coordination
• Attention to Detail
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• Agile Project Management
• Lean Six Sigma

Industry Keywords

• Manufacturing Services
• Metal Cutting
• Technical Projects
• Customer-Facing Delivery
• Consultative Selling

Tools & Technologies

• CRM Systems
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft 365
• Project Tools
• Dashboards