Automation Solutions Engineer II

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Holland, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

JR Automation Technologies, LLC, a Hitachi Group Company, seeks an Applications Engineer II for our Holland, MI division. You will translate customer requirements into capable automation solutions, develop cost estimates, and prepare proposals in response to RFPs while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role supports hybrid or on-site work, requires CAD proficiency (SolidWorks/Creo/CATIA/Visual Components), and involves mentoring junior engineers and occasional travel up to 20%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field.
• Five or more years of experience in automation, machinery, or related technical industries.
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA, Visual Components).
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Develop a thorough understanding of customer specifications, requirements, and pain points.
• Interact with customers during definition of machine requirements, concept development, and proposal presentation.
• Generate conceptual automation solutions using CAD tools.
• Develop cost estimates, risk assessments, and system flow diagrams to support proposals.
• Prepare and participate in internal and external quote reviews, presenting concepts, costs, risks, and delivery timelines.
• Author clear proposals defining scope of work and machine buy-off requirements.
• Mentor junior engineers and interns.
• Travel to customer sites as needed (up to 20%).

Skills

Customer interaction

Proposal development

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

CATIA

Visual Components

Job description

JR Automation Technologies, LLC, a Hitachi Group Company, seeks an Applications Engineer II for our Holland, MI division. You will translate customer requirements into capable automation solutions, develop cost estimates, and prepare proposals in response to RFPs while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role supports hybrid or on-site work, requires CAD proficiency (SolidWorks/Creo/CATIA/Visual Components), and involves mentoring junior engineers and occasional travel up to 20%.