Senior Mechanical Engineer – Automation & Process Systems

Hitachi•Nashville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Senior Mechanical Engineer. Location Type: The position is onsite in Nashville, TN. What We Offer: 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 How You’ll Make an Impact: Collaborate with the ME project lead to write technical specifications including performance and runoff criteria for engineered systems. Interface with suppliers regarding system requirements, engineering changes, final deliverables, system acceptance and system setup Travel to supplier facilities for system acceptance testing required Evaluates, selects, and applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform a task or sequence of tasks for conventional projects with few complex features Collaboratively uses judgement to determine adaptations in methods for nonroutine aspects of assignments May review the technical output of team members Influences team and department decisions Possesses above average oral and written communication skills Works under minimum supervision Exercises independent judgment, innovates, and works autonomously Works with the project team across disciplines to identify root cause and corrective action during machine debug Travel required up to 20% to visit customer sites, supplier sites, installation of equipment & other JR locations. Trips vary from overnight trips to international supplier and customer sites. 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 closely related discipline, or an associate’s degree (2-year) with experience from accredited program (ABET/EAC) 5+ years’ work experience as a Mechanical Engineer Experienced with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo) Proficient in the application of standard and advanced engineering principles, practices, and procedures Proficient in writing technical specifications and runoff requirements for suppliers Has sufficient knowledge to supervise others Breadth and depth of experience to enterprise engineering problems Relies on extensive experience and judgment to accomplish tasks Able to quickly recognize and fix common engineering problems based on experience Viewed as a technical expert in the department Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred Disclaimer: JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check. 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. Join 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. Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. 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Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or closely related discipline, or an associate’s degree (2-year) with experience from accredited program (ABET/EAC)
5+ years’ work experience as a Mechanical Engineer
Experienced with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo)
Proficient in the application of standard and advanced engineering principles, practices, and procedures
Proficient in writing technical specifications and runoff requirements for suppliers
Has sufficient knowledge to supervise others
Breadth and depth of experience to enterprise engineering problems
Relies on extensive experience and judgment to accomplish tasks
Able to quickly recognize and fix common engineering problems based on experience
Viewed as a technical expert in the department

Nice To Haves

Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the ME project lead to write technical specifications including performance and runoff criteria for engineered systems.
Interface with suppliers regarding system requirements, engineering changes, final deliverables, system acceptance and system setup
Travel to supplier facilities for system acceptance testing required
Evaluates, selects, and applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform a task or sequence of tasks for conventional projects with few complex features
Collaboratively uses judgement to determine adaptations in methods for nonroutine aspects of assignments
May review the technical output of team members
Influences team and department decisions
Possesses above average oral and written communication skills
Works under minimum supervision
Exercises independent judgment, innovates, and works autonomously
Works with the project team across disciplines to identify root cause and corrective action during machine debug
Travel required up to 20% to visit customer sites, supplier sites, installation of equipment & other JR locations. Trips vary from overnight trips to international supplier and customer sites.