Controls Design Engineer I

Hitachi•Holland, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is hiring a Controls Design Engineer in Holland, Michigan. The role supports the design and execution of custom automation solutions, including electrical and fluid power design, schematics, and component selection. The engineer works with internal and external vendors, customers, and cross-functional teams to ensure equipment meets customer or JR Automation specifications and applicable industry standards. The position is onsite and may involve up to 10% yearly travel for training and customer site visits. Candidates must successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or 5 years of experience in the automation industry.
Proficient use of CAD software, specifically AutoCAD Electrical, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Proficient knowledge of applicable industry standards, electrical and fluid power circuits, and basic electrical and pneumatic calculations.

Responsibilities

Interface with internal and external vendors and customers.
Conduct electrical and fluid power design.
Ensure equipment is designed to customer and/or JR Automation specifications using standard techniques and approaches.
Create electrical and fluid power schematics.
Specify electrical and fluid power components for bills of materials.
Carry out assigned tasks with minimal direct supervision.
Assist with successful program execution regarding cost, quality, timing, and customer satisfaction.
Understand and ensure compliance with applicable industry standards.
Communicate with mechanical designers, machine builders, electricians, plumbers, and controls engineers throughout the design process.
Attend machine and station design reviews.
Travel up to 10% yearly for job training and customer site visits.