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About this Controls Engineer II role at Hitachi

Hitachi · Onsite · Greenville, South Carolina, United States

Location:

Greenville, South Carolina, United States

Job ID:

R0144841

Date Posted:

2026-10-09

Company Name:

J.R. AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, 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 world's leading manufacturers make and distribute products. Our strength is our people, and we’re always looking to get stronger across North America, Europe, and Asia. Join us as a Controls Engineer II in Greenville, SC as we work together to bring innovative automation solutions to life.  



Location Type: This role is onsite at our Greenville, SC facility.


Role Overview:

As a Controls Engineer II, you will work with some of the most talented engineers in the automation industry.  This role will enable you to perfect your controls experience while integrating some of the most state-of-the-art robotics and technology available.  The innovative solutions we design offer diverse experiences that will strengthen your skills and challenge your abilities. 



How You’ll Make an Impact:

  • Design, implement, and document controls systems for various types of automated equipment
  • Troubleshoot robot controllers, ladder logic, electrical control devices, mechanical units, transfer devices and peripheral equipment. 
  • Perform machine power up, debug and programming. 
  • Ensure equipment is designed and programmed to specifications using standard techniques and approach. 



Note: This list of responsibilities is by no means inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.



What You’ll Bring:

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, an Associate’s degree with over 2 years of relevant experience, or equivalent experience.  
  • Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry, is strongly preferred.
  • Experience with any the following: PLC's, HMI's, Robotics, Mechatronics, Motion Control, Vision Systems and/or Programming. 
  • Experience with CAD (i.e. AutoCAD Electrical or SolidWorks). 
  • Ability to understand electrical/pneumatic schematic drawings. 
  • Travel up to 35% - 50% to customer sites & other JR locations 


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.

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.

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