Electrical Manager

Hitachi Energy; Liberty (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

JR Automation Technologies, LLC, a Hitachi Group Company, is seeking an Electrical Manager to lead the Electrical Department and ensure successful automation projects in Greenville, SC onsite.

You will plan, direct, and control build processes, mentor staff, coordinate with all departments, and drive safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

Requirements include a high school diploma, five years electrical experience, Journeyman’s card preferred, and travel up to 20%.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Journeyman's card preferred.
• Five years electrical experience in manufacturing or automation settings.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and basic project tools.
• Strong leadership, communication, and mentorship capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervise the Electrical Team and staff.
• Work cross-functionally with all departments.
• Plan, direct, organize, and control the build process and related costs.
• Ensure changes and problems are documented and communicated.
• Support Project Managers with customer service, runoffs, planning, and status reporting.
• Lead performance improvement and drive safety, quality, and on-time delivery.
• Provide timely customer service to internal and external customers.
• Communicate technical information to the project team.
• Manage daily operations, materials, and resource planning.
• Assist the quoting team with labor hours and material costs.
• Foster teamwork through leadership, mentoring, and training.
• Review performance data and drive process improvements.
• Set expectations, coach, and hold teams accountable.
• Address staffing needs and participate in interviewing.
• Conduct regular team meetings on workload, updates, and policy changes.

Skills

Electrical experience

Leadership

Schematic interpretation

Panel building

Machine wiring

Troubleshooting

Microsoft Office

Mentorship

Project management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Journeyman's card preferred

Vocational education

Tools

Hi-Lo forklift certification

Aerial Platform certification

Overhead Crane certification

Job description

Location:Liberty, South Carolina, United StatesJob ID:R0150198Date Posted:2026-11-05Company Name:J.R. AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLCProfession (Job Category):Production & Skilled TradesJob Schedule:Full timeRemote:NoJob Description: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 an Electrical Manager .Why Join Us?Competitive wages, medical benefits starting your first day, and paid parental leaveOpportunity to work on unique, custom automation projectsA collaborative, engineering-driven environmentCareer growth and skill development opportunitiesA role where craftsmanship and quality truly matterLocation Type: This position is onsite in Greenville, South Carolina.Travel Requirements: Up to 20%. Travel may include domestic and/or international customer, supplier, and JR Automation locations.Role OverviewThe Electrical Manager is responsible for leading and developing the Electrical Department while ensuring the successful execution of automation projects through effective planning, resource management, and team leadership. This role oversees daily electrical operations, supports project execution, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and maintains the highest standards of safety, quality, customer satisfaction, and on-time delivery.How You'll Make an ImpactDirectly supervise the Electrical Team and other staff.Work cross-functionally with all departments.Plan, direct, organize, and control the build process and related costs.Ensure that changes and problems are documented and communicated.Support Project Managers with customer service, runoffs, planning, and status reporting.Strive to achieve the highest level of performance from team members based on their individual abilities.Support, promote, and execute company initiatives.Provide timely customer service to both internal and external customers.Communicate technical information and critical processes to the project team.Manage daily operations by planning the use of materials and resources while considering the needs of the broader business unit.Support the quoting team by providing input on concepts, labor hours, and material costs.Establish and maintain a teamwork-focused culture through leadership, experience, positive attitude, encouragement, and training.Review performance data to evaluate productivity, efficiency, and utilization and identify opportunities for improvement.Drive process improvements to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.Set employee expectations and provide feedback, coaching, and accountability to ensure team members meet company standards.Develop the Electrical Department through leadership, mentoring, and training.Demonstrate a commitment to safety, quality, and on-time delivery.Address current and future staffing needs and participate in the interviewing process.Conduct regular team meetings to communicate workload expectations, hours, company updates, and policy changes.Note: This list of responsibilities is intended as a guideline and is not all-inclusive.What You'll BringHigh school diploma or equivalent required, along with five years of electrical experience; related vocational education and a Journeyman's card are preferred.Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.Comprehensive knowledge of schematic interpretation, panel building, machine wiring, and troubleshooting.Strong mechanical aptitude with a focus on safety and quality.Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives with varying priorities.Proven ability to accept and provide direction, establish expectations, and hold team members accountable for meeting timing, budget, and customer requirements.Three or more years of experience providing mentorship and leadership.Ability to maintain a steady pace while bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and working on, beneath, and around machinery.Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as required.Ability to obtain Hi-Lo (Forklift), Aerial Platform, and Overhead Crane certifications while employed at JR Automation.Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, including domestic and international travel depending on project requirements.Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry, is strongly preferred.DisclaimerJR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check.Company OverviewAt 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 more than 2,000 employees across 20+ facilities worldwide and become part of the industry's most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.Fueled by Possible.Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesIf you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at JR Automation, please send the nature of request and contact information to [e-mail]. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.