Applications Engineering Intern — Automation Design & CAD

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, is seeking an Applications Engineering Intern for a May–August 2027 term, onsite in Nashville, TN. This full-time, paid internship offers hands-on experience on design, build, and deployment of custom automated equipment as part of cross-functional project teams.

You will work with applications, controls, mechanical, and build teams to design lines, create CAD models, run timing studies, prepare quotes, and communicate with customers to gather

Qualifications

• High School graduate, or equivalent.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited college program pursuing an engineering degree.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of applications engineers to design custom automation lines for customers nationwide in a variety of industries.
• Collaborate with applications, mechanical, and controls engineers to brainstorm and vet automation solutions, while learning about the automation industry.
• Create CAD models, conduct automation timing studies, and prepare quote materials for customers.
• Communicate directly with customers to gather requirements, show concept designs, and guide them through the automation process.
• Reach out to vendors for product quotes and subject matter expertise.
• Develop, build, and present an intern project to general management and applications team.

Education

High school diploma

Currently enrolled in an accredited engineering program

Tools

CAD

Electrical/Pneumatic schematic drawing

Excel/Word/Outlook

Job description

JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, is seeking an Applications Engineering Intern for a May–August 2027 term, onsite in Nashville, TN. This full-time, paid internship offers hands-on experience on design, build, and deployment of custom automated equipment as part of cross-functional project teams.

You will work with applications, controls, mechanical, and build teams to design lines, create CAD models, run timing studies, prepare quotes, and communicate with customers to gather