Paid Applications Engineering Intern: CAD & Automation

Hitachi; Elm Hill (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Job summary

JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, is seeking an Applications Engineering Intern to support design, build, program, and deployment of custom automated equipment at our Nashville, TN facility. You will work with applications, controls, mechanical, and build teams on automation projects for diverse industries.

The internship runs May 2027 through August 2027. Candidates should be enrolled in an engineering program and have CAD skills, plus basic MS Office proficiency.

Qualifications

• CAD proficiency expected.
• Familiarity with electrical and pneumatic schematic drawing.
• Experience with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with applications engineers to design automation lines for customers nationwide.
• Work with other engineers to brainstorm and vet automation solutions.
• Create CAD models, conduct timing studies, and prepare quote materials.
• Communicate with customers to gather requirements and guide them through the automation process.
• Coordinate with vendors for quotes and SME input.
• Develop and present an intern project to management and teams.

Skills

CAD

Electrical schematic drawing

Office software

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Engineering degree student

Tools

CAD software

Electrical/pneumatic schematic tools

Job description

JR Automation, A Hitachi Group Company, is seeking an Applications Engineering Intern to support design, build, program, and deployment of custom automated equipment at our Nashville, TN facility. You will work with applications, controls, mechanical, and build teams on automation projects for diverse industries.

The internship runs May 2027 through August 2027. Candidates should be enrolled in an engineering program and have CAD skills, plus basic MS Office proficiency.