Facts in a Nutshell
Company:
SECO/WARWICK USA
Location:
Meadville, PA
Position:
Project Manager
Education:
B.E. Preferred but not required
Language:
English
Level:
Junior
Employment type:
Full Time Job
Form of employment:
Stationary
Delegations:
N/A
Are you motivated by complex projects and excited by the challenge of delivering solutions that make a global impact? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where collaboration, problem-solving, and technical expertise come together?
At SECO/WARWICK, you'll step into the world of advanced heat treatment technologies-an industry shaping the future of aerospace, automotive, energy, and beyond. As a Project Manager, you won't just oversee tasks-you'll coordinate international projects, manage schedules and budgets, and work across engineering, sales, and field service teams to deliver high-quality furnace systems on time and within scope.
If you're ready to combine your project management skills with technical knowledge, lead cross-functional teams, and engage directly with global customers, then you've found the right place.
Join us and be part of a team that transforms industries, sets new standards, and powers the future of heat treatment.
AS PROJECT MANAGER YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR
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- Review each project scope of work to identify key milestones, ensure completeness of documentation, ensure compliance with relevant regulations, and to identify any potential risks related to the project execution.
- Conduct kickoff and regular project review meetings with both internal clients and external customers.
- Review customer utility and facility drawings (if available) to assess and ensure the customer's preparation for furnace installation and/or rebuild.
- Complete detailed specification of accessory equipment and procure as necessary to fulfill the project specifications.
- Identify and secure the required contracting services to perform the installation activities as required on a given project.
- Coordinate with engineering, project management, and field service departments at SWC and across the SECO/WARWICK Group (SWG) as needed to ensure timely and efficient furnace/rebuild commissioning.
- Maintain clear communication with customers to ensure a positive experience through regular communications using both written (email, memos, SMS, etc.) and verbal (phone and conference calls, video conferencing, in person meetings, etc.).
- Maintain project budget through careful management of project expenditures.
- Identify opportunities for project execution process improvement across teams and SWG companies and report to them to responsible stakeholders.
- Manage project scope by Identifying change orders and coordinating a response with SWC sales staff.
- SWC works with an informal management structure, this requires that all staff must take personal responsibility for their own work, provide assistance to other personal when required and notify appropriate staff of any concerns they have in areas that are not their primary responsibility.
- Exercise good management, people and presentation skills. Exercise good Microsoft Office software skills.
- SWC operates in a truly international environment, with staff and customers from many different countries; all staff are required to be respectful of any cultural, religious, or political differences that may exist.
- Occasional travel in North America and Europe, and other places (by air) may be required often outside normal business hours. Travel could be up to 20% of time.
THIS IS HOW WE ORGANIZE OUR WORK
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% of Division of Task
5%
Individual work
5%
Analysis and reports
20%
Meetings
20%
Team work
10%
Self development
50%
Contact with Customers
KEY COMPETENCES
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- Independent problem solving and analysis skills from a technical and team related perspective through a sound engineering background.
- Well established written and verbal communications skills.
- Manage time through careful prioritization of tasks
- Willingness to learn and work in a cross functional technical environment.
- Basic project management skills pertaining to quality, cost, and schedule management.
- Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering drawings.
- Basic understanding of the thermal sciences, mechanical sciences, materials, electricity, and industrial controls.
- Basic CAD skills (both 2D and 3D) and Solidworks.
- Ability to manage challenges in a customer focused environment in a cross functional, multi-national team.
- Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and internationally (20% of the time).
OUR TEAM
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At SECO/WARWICK, our Project Management Team is more than just scheduling and tracking - we're the coordinators who bring complex projects to life. Our role is to align people, resources, and timelines so that innovative furnace systems are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.
We pride ourselves on combining technical knowledge, organizational expertise, and strong communication skills to guide projects from concept through completion. Collaboration is at the heart of our work: we partner closely with sales, engineering, operations, and field service to ensure every project meets customer expectations and drives long-term success.
If you're energized by problem-solving, motivated by leading cross-functional teams, and inspired by contributing to technologies that make a global impact, you'll find a rewarding career on the SECO/WARWICK Project Management Team.
IN EXCHANGE FOR YOUR EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS YOU CAN COUNT ON
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- Life Insurance
- Medical/Dental/Eye Package
- 401(k) Match
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Short-and Long-term Disability
- Bonus Structure
- Schedule Flexibility
WHAT DOES THE RECRUITMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION PROCESS LOOK LIKE?
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- Send your CV
- Take part in the first online interview with the manager and recruiter
- Come to our company for the second interview
- Wait for the decision
Welcome aboard!
We know how stressful it is to join a new organization. That is why in the first months of work you will receive full support from us in the form of a personal mentor - Buddy, as well as a supervisor and team. We will also provide you with the necessary induction materials and tools, thanks to which you will know how to move around the company.
OUR DISTINGUISHING FEATURES AS AN EMPLOYER
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- Global Impact, Local Roots - As a worldwide leader in heat-treating and vacuum furnace technologies, we serve industries from aerospace to automotive, while maintaining a strong, people-focused culture at our Meadville, Pennsylvania base.
- Innovation at the Core - Employees are part of a company known for engineering breakthroughs and custom solutions that shape the future of thermal processing. Creativity and problem-solving are encouraged and celebrated.
- Hands-On, High-Tech Experience - Our teams work directly with advanced machinery, industrial controls, and global projects, offering a unique blend of technical challenge and practical skill development.
- Growth & Learning Opportunities - We invest in our people through training, international exposure, and career paths that let employees expand their expertise across engineering, sales, field service, and manufacturing.
- Culture of Collaboration - We value teamwork across departments, ensuring that every employee feels connected to the bigger mission of delivering reliable solutions to customers worldwide.
- Stability with Flexibility - With decades of proven success, we offer the security of an established company while providing flexibility to adapt, grow, and innovate in a changing industry.