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Senior Controls Project Engineer

Hitachi


Job Location:

Nashville, TN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 25 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 23 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location:

Nashville Tennessee United States of America

Job ID:

R0116651

Date Posted:

Company Name:

WRIGHT INDUSTRIES LLC

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

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 worlds leading manufacturers make and distribute products. OurControls Engineeringteams are made of talented engineers who enjoy thinking outside the box with their team to solve practical problems with no standard solution. The projects we work on offer diverse experiences that strengthen and challenge individual and team skills resulting in innovative solutions. We value creativity assertiveness and quick thinking. Our strength is our people and were always looking to strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as a Senior Controls Project Engineer.


Location Type: The is an on-site role based in Nashville Tennessee.


Why Join Us

  • Competitive wages medical benefits starting 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 Youll Make an Impact:

  • Develops and designs the controls software packages utilizing Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and/or Human/Machine Interfaces (HMI).
  • Examines and understands customer-supplied specifications in order to ensure the functionality of the equipment meets these specifications.
  • Ensures the equipment being started up and commissioned operates in accordance with the customer requirements as outlined in the approved specification.
  • Programs robotic and/or controls equipment per the customer specifications.
  • Performs preventative maintenance as requested by the customer to ensure minimum down-time and optimum operation of machines and equipment.
  • Assists with checking design and details for proper functionality of both his/her work and the work of other engineers.
  • Provides timely required service documentation relating to all functions performed.
  • Provides technical support and training to the end-user at the customer facility.
  • Ensures products and services continue to be the benchmark within the industry.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to safe work practices while on JR Automation or the customers premises.

Note: This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however it is intended to be a guideline for activities.


What Youll Bring:

  • Bachelors Degree in an Engineering discipline or Technical Diploma with three years of college-level study or related experience or equivalent. Bachelors degree preferred.
  • Intermediate understanding of electrical circuits electrical panel designpneumatic design hydraulic design PLCs (Programmable Logic Controller) HMIs (Human Machine Interface) robot programming VFDs (Variable Frequency Drive) servo applications and device communication networks (DNET ENET and Profibus).
  • 8 years of experience including 2 years leading technical projects.
  • Ability to demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.
  • Ability to interact professionally with customers and maintain a positive working relationship which at times may be under difficult circumstances and/or high-pressure situations.
  • Current or prior JR Automation experience or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred.
  • Travel up to 25% to customer sites & other JR and International.

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 whats possible to automate for tomorrow.

Join our team of 2000 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

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Senior IC


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