Mechanical Project Engineer

The Opportunity: JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company , is driven to deliver customer success worldwide. We provide intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions that transform how the world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people and we’re always looking to strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as a Mechanical Project Engineer. Why Join Us

• Competitive wages, medical benefits starting your first day, and paid parental leave
• Opportunity to work on unique, custom automation projects
• A collaborative, engineering-driven environment
• Career growth and skill development opportunities
• A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter

Location Type: The position is onsite in Nashville, TN. Travel Requirements: Up to 20%. Travel may include domestic and/or international customers, supplier, and JR Automation locations.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Develop conceptual designs and create system level architecture.
• Establish project plans including coordination of technical resources and design directions.
• Complete layout of machine through detail of all components.
• Collaboratively uses judgement to determine adaptations in methods for nonroutine aspects of assignments.
• Assist with the successful management of assigned projects as they relate to cost, quality, timing and customer satisfaction.
• Manage several on-going projects concurrently.
• Assist in developing the Mechanical Engineering department through leadership, experience, encouragement and mentorship.
• Possesses above average oral and written communication skills.
• Initiate and maintain extensive contact with key engineers, external departments, and customers.
• Lead teams and influence project direction and progress.
• Serve as a technical expert in the department and may mentor/train other mechanical engineers.

Note: This list of responsibilities is not inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience, calculated as two (2) years of relevant work experience for each year of academic study
• Professional Engineer OR other technical Certifications preferred
• 6+ years of related experience
• Experienced with CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD)
• Knowledgeable of automation products, services, and the industry
• Capable of creating machine designs with complex assemblies and subassemblies.
• Able to quickly recognize and fix common engineering problems based on experience, including review and critique of others' work
• Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred
• Preferred industry experience: Process and/or Medical

Company Overview At JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. When faced with a problem, we find a solution. Together, we push what’s possible to automate for tomorrow.

J oin our team of 2,000+ at one of our 20+ facilities around the world and be a part of the most experienced team of advanced automation integrators. Fueled by Possible. Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at JR Automation, please send the nature of request and contact information to [email protected]. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.