About this role
Location:
Nashville, Tennessee, United States of AmericaJob ID:
R0116647Date Posted:
2026-01-20Company 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 Controls Engineer.
Location Type: The position is onsite in Nashville, TN
How You'll Make an Impact:
Supervise controls engineers and other staff.
Assist engineers to identify areas for technical and career development.
Partner with manager to develop engineering department through leadership, training, and continuous improvement.
Manage several on-going projects concurrently, including staffing, workload issues, and meeting project timelines.
Design controls equipment to meet customer requirements.
Responsible for leading cross-functional technical teams throughout the lifecycle of various projects.
Assists with the successful management of assigned programs as they relate to cost, quality, timing, and customer satisfaction.
Note: This list of responsibilities is not inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, related field, or equivalent experience, calculated as two (2) years of relevant work experience for each year of academic study OR an associate’s degree with 2+ years of related experience.
10+ years of related experience
2+ years leading technical projects
Knowledge to lead others and positively influence engineer's development and progression.
Breadth and depth of experience with automation products, services, and the industry.
Ability to identify systemic issues to improve department efficiency.
Other Details:
Travel up to 25% to customer sites & other JR locations.
Current or prior JR Automation, or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred.
Present to colleagues and company management.
Lead teams and influence project direction and progress.
Serve as a technical expert and leader in the department.
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 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 Disabilities
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job at JR Automation, please send the nature of request and contact information to [email protected]. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.
Other facts
About Hitachi
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future with innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we co-create and build long-term partnerships across the utility, industry, transportation, data centers, and infrastructure sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD.
What you'll do
- Supervise controls engineers and manage multiple ongoing projects, ensuring they meet timelines and customer requirements. Lead cross-functional technical teams and assist in the successful management of assigned programs related to cost, quality, and customer satisfaction.
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