Sales Engineer (Cutting Tools)

Position: Sales Engineer – CNC Cutting Tools

Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Salary: Negotiable

Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:30 – 17:00

Company Overview

A multinational company headquartered in Japan, specializing in high-precision cutting tools, industrial tooling solutions, and advanced materials for manufacturing industries, including automotive, electronics, aerospace, and precision engineering.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Sales Engineer – CNC Cutting Tools to provide technical consultation and application support for distributors and manufacturing customers.

The role focuses on CNC machining applications, particularly milling operations, cutting tool selection, machining optimization, and technical solutions to improve productivity and machining performance.

The successful candidate will work closely with distributors, end-users, and internal sales teams to support business development and strengthen customer relationships.

Key Responsibilities

1. Cutting Tools Sales & Technical Consultation

• Provide technical consultation on CNC cutting tools, particularly milling tools and solid round tools.
• Recommend suitable cutting tools and machining solutions based on customer drawings, materials, and production requirements.
• Prepare tooling proposals, including customized cutting tool solutions for specific machining applications.
• Support distributors and end-users in selecting appropriate cutting tools to improve machining efficiency and productivity.

2. CNC Machining & Application Support

• Conduct on-site cutting tests and technical demonstrations at customer manufacturing facilities.
• Support CNC machining applications, particularly milling operations using machining centers.
• Troubleshoot machining issues related to cutting performance, tool life, machining quality, and productivity.
• Recommend improvements to cutting conditions, tooling setup, and machining processes.
• Follow up on technical projects from initial testing through mass production.

3. Distributor & Customer Support

• Maintain strong technical relationships with distributors and manufacturing customers.
• Support distributors in addressing customer technical inquiries and machining challenges.
• Coordinate with the sales team to identify potential business opportunities and promote cutting tool solutions.
• Provide technical assistance for key customers and complex machining projects.

4. Technical Training & Product Development Support

• Conduct technical seminars, product demonstrations, and training sessions for distributors and end-users.
• Provide internal technical training and share knowledge of cutting tool applications with the sales team.
• Support the introduction of new cutting tool products and machining technologies.

Requirements

Education

• College or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Machining Technology.

Experience & Technical Knowledge

• Experience in CNC machining, cutting tools, machining applications, or related mechanical engineering fields.
• Strong understanding of metal cutting processes, particularly CNC milling and machining center operations.
• Knowledge of cutting tools, especially solid round tools such as end mills and drills.
• Experience in cutting tool selection, tooling setup, machining troubleshooting, or productivity improvement.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and understand machining requirements.
• Familiarity with 2D/3D CAD/CAM software.
• Hands-on experience operating CNC machining centers.

Skills

• Good English communication skills for technical discussions, reports, and meetings.
• Strong technical problem-solving and customer support skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with distributors, customers, and internal sales teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with Japanese business communication practices (HOURENSOU) is an advantage.

Benefits

• 13th-month salary.
• 14 days of annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year, up to a maximum of 18 days.
• Full statutory social insurance and comprehensive private health insurance covering employees and their families.
• Annual health check-up and dental care benefits.
• Meal and transportation allowances.
• Company-provided laptop, mobile phone, and transportation support when required.

If you are interested in this position, do not hesitate to get in touch with me: Trinh 0949469617 (Zalo)