Senior Mechanical Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical benefits from day one

Paid parental leave

Job summary

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Nashville, TN. You will design, analyze, and optimize automated manufacturing systems, leading technical work and mentoring junior engineers. This role demands hands-on CAD expertise, strong problem-solving, and clear communication with cross-functional teams.

Travel up to 20% may be required, including international locations. A bachelor’s in mechanical engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience are preferred,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to evaluate and apply standard engineering methods.

Responsibilities

• Develop deep knowledge in a specific practice area.
• Evaluate, select, and apply standard techniques for conventional projects.
• Collaborate to use judgement for nonroutine aspects.
• Review technical output of team members.
• Lead discipline-specific teams and influence project direction.
• Mentor developing engineers and work autonomously.

Skills

Engineering experience

Mentoring

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

NX

AutoCAD

Job description

Location:Nashville, Tennessee, United States of AmericaJob ID:R0141738Date Posted:2026-09-02Company Name:WRIGHT INDUSTRIES, LLCProfession (Job Category):Engineering & ScienceJob Schedule:Full timeRemote:NoJob 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 strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as a Senior Mechanical Engineer.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: The position is onsite in Nashville, TN.Travel Requirements: Travel up to 20%. Travel may include domestic and/or international customer, supplier, and JR Automation locations.How You’ll Make an Impact:Develops deep knowledge and skills in a specific practice areaEvaluates, selects, and applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform a task or sequence of tasks for conventional projects with few complex featuresCollaboratively uses judgement to determine adaptations in methods for nonroutine aspects of assignmentsWorks on small projects or portions of larger projectsMay review the technical output of team membersInfluences team and department decisionsDisciplined lead and contributor to facilitate successful projectsPossesses above average oral and written communication skillsRepresents the organization in communications and conferences pertaining to broad aspects of engineering assignmentsWorks under minimum supervisionExercises independent judgment, innovates, and works autonomouslyRecognizes and implements significant design and workflow improvementsRecognizes engineering and automation/amusement technology-related design and workflow improvementsNote: This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.What You’ll Bring:Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or closely related discipline, or an associate’s degree (2-year) with experience from accredited program (ABET/EAC)5+ years’ work experience as a Mechanical EngineerExperienced with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, NX, AutoCAD)Proficient in the application of standard and advanced engineering principles, practices, and proceduresHas sufficient knowledge to supervise othersBreadth and depth of experience to enterprise engineering problemsRelies on extensive experience and judgment to accomplish tasksAble to quickly recognize and fix common engineering problems based on experience, including review and critique of others' workAble to lead discipline specific teams and influence project direction and progressViewed as a technical expert in the departmentMay serve as a mentor/coach for developing engineersCurrent or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferredTravel required up to 20% including overnight and internationalDisclaimer: 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 2,000+ at one of our 20+ facilities around the world and be a part of the 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.