Electrician

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Nashville (TN); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical benefits starting day one

Paid parental leave

Unique automation projects

Collaborative engineering environment

Career growth and skill development

Quality craftsmanship

Job summary

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is seeking an Electrician to join our onsite Nashville team. You will build and wire custom automated systems across industries, with variety in every project. Entry-level candidates may be considered, and you will work in a collaborative, engineering-driven environment.

Assemble, troubleshoot, and document electrical work, while following NEC standards and ISO/Quality guidelines. Travel up to 20% may be required depending on project needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational/technical training preferred.
• Journeyman's card preferred; relevant certifications welcome.

Responsibilities

• Assemble equipment per approved designs and customer specs.
• Document changes, issues, and progress during builds.
• Perform tasks with minimal supervision.
• Support ISO and Quality Standards compliance.
• Communicate with project team on issues and progress.
• Contribute to cost, quality, timing, and customer satisfaction goals.
• Maintain organized workspace.
• Troubleshoot wiring and electrical circuits per NEC; read schematics.

Skills

Electrical experience

Basic computer proficiency

Schematic interpretation

Panel building

Machine wiring

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Independent working

Team collaboration

Travel willingness

Lockout/Tagout training

Tool ownership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Related vocational or technical education

Journeyman's card

Tools

NEC standards

Job description

Job Description

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 grow our team across the globe. Join us as an Electrician.

Location Type:

This is an onsite position based in Nashville, Tennessee.

Role Overview:

This Industrial Electrician role offers the opportunity to work hands-on with cutting-edge automation machinery in a fast-paced, project-based environment. You will be responsible for building and wiring custom automated systems for a variety of industries—meaning no two projects are ever the same.

If you enjoy problem-solving, working with advanced technology, and seeing your work come to life through unique machine builds, this is a highly rewarding opportunity.

Entry-level candidates may be considered.

What We Offer:

• Competitive wages, medical benefits starting on 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:

• Assemble equipment according to approved designs and customer specifications

• Ensure that changes, issues, and problems are properly documented and communicated

• Perform assigned tasks with minimal direct supervision

• Assist with the execution and maintenance of ISO and Quality Standards

• Communicate with the project team regarding open issues and progress throughout the build process

• Support the successful execution of assigned projects related to cost, quality, timing, and customer satisfaction

• Maintain cleanliness and organization within the assigned work area

• Effectively and safely troubleshoot wiring and electrical circuits, perform wiring in accordance with NEC standards, and read and interpret electrical schematics

Note:

This list of responsibilities is not all-inclusive and is intended to serve as a guideline for the primary duties of the position.

What You'll Bring:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Related vocational or technical education preferred

• Minimum of one year of electrical experience required. Experience may include electrical work in construction, residential, commercial, industrial, or manufacturing environments.

• Journeyman's card preferred

• Basic computer proficiency

• Intermediate knowledge of schematic interpretation, panel building, machine wiring, and electrical troubleshooting

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with a strong focus on safety and quality

• Ability to accept direction and complete assigned tasks while working independently and as part of a team

• Ability to maintain a steady work pace while bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and working on, around, and beneath machinery

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as required

• Ability to obtain Hi-Lo (Forklift), Aerial Platform, and Overhead Crane certifications, as well as Lockout/Tagout training, while employed at JR Automation

• Ability to provide personal hand tools and a toolbox appropriate for the position (a recommended tool list will be provided)

• Previous JR Automation experience or experience within the automation industry is strongly preferred

• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, including domestic and international travel, depending on project requirements

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 more than 2,000 employees across 20+ facilities worldwide and become part of one of the most experienced teams of advanced automation integrators in the industry.

Fueled by Possible.

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