Senior Controls Engineer

Job Overview

JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is driven to deliver customer success worldwide by providing intelligent automated manufacturing and distribution technology solutions. We are currently looking for a Senior Controls Engineer in Greenville, SC to lead and support innovative automation projects across North America, Europe, and Asia.

• Competitive wages and medical benefits starting on the first day
• Paid parental leave
• Opportunity to work on customized, one‑of‑one automation projects
• Collaborative, engineering‑driven environment
• Career growth and skill development opportunities
• Role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter
• Work with cutting‑edge and innovative technologies

• Supervise controls engineers and related staff, providing technical guidance and leadership
• Coach and support engineers in identifying technical skill gaps and career development opportunities
• Partner with department leadership to advance the engineering organization through training, leadership development, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage multiple concurrent projects, including staffing plans, workload distribution, and adherence to project schedules
• Design and develop control systems and equipment to meet customer and project requirements
• Lead cross‑functional technical teams throughout all phases of the project lifecycle
• Support the successful execution of assigned programs with accountability for cost, quality, schedule, and customer satisfaction
• Assist with identifying systemic issues and driving improvements in departmental efficiency

• ~10+ years of related professional experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field, or an Associate’s Degree with two or more years of related experience
• Approximately two (2) years of experience leading technical projects
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop engineers and support their professional growth
• Extensive experience with automation products, services, and the automation industry
• Proven ability to identify systemic issues and drive improvements in departmental efficiency
• Ability to serve as a technical expert and leader within the department
• Current or prior experience with JR Automation or within the automation industry strongly preferred
• Ability to travel up to 25% to customer sites and other JR locations
• Successful completion of a 10‑panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check is required

At JR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, we discover potential, reimagine limits, and advance industry. With a global footprint of 20+ facilities and 2,000+ employees, we are pioneers in advanced automation integration.

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