Senior Applications Engineer - Automation Solutions

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.

Nashville (TN)

Hybrid

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, seeks an Applications Engineer II/III to translate customer requirements into cost-effective automation concepts. You will own concept development, cost estimation, and proposal creation for Nashville-based projects, with flexibility for remote, hybrid, or onsite work.

Strong CAD skills and client-facing experience are essential. Responsibilities include developing proposals, supporting account managers, mentoring junior engineers, and traveling to

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field.
  • 5+ years in automation, machinery or related industries.
  • Hands-on experience in applications engineering, quoting and customer interaction.
  • Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA, Visual Components).

Responsibilities

  • Develop customer-focused automation solutions and cost estimates.
  • Translate customer requirements into technical concepts for proposals.
  • Create and present quotes and proposals with timelines.
  • Provide cross-functional support during quoting and early project phases.
  • Mentor junior Applications Engineers, co-ops and interns.
  • Travel to customer sites as needed.

Skills

Communication skills
Customer interaction
Quoting experience
Applications engineering
Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

CAD software (SolidWorks / Creo / CATIA / Visual Components)
Microsoft Office (Excel/Word/PowerPoint)

Job description

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, seeks an Applications Engineer II/III to translate customer requirements into cost-effective automation concepts. You will own concept development, cost estimation, and proposal creation for Nashville-based projects, with flexibility for remote, hybrid, or onsite work.

Strong CAD skills and client-facing experience are essential. Responsibilities include developing proposals, supporting account managers, mentoring junior engineers, and traveling to

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