Lead Applications Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas

United States

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.Lead Applications Engineer page is loaded## Lead Applications Engineerlocations: Holland, Michigan, United Statestime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R0108067**Location:**Holland, Michigan, United States**Job ID:**R0108067**Date Posted:**2025-11-20**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 were always looking to strengthen our team across the globe. Join us as a **Lead Applications Engineer**.**Location Type:** *The position is an onsite role in **Holland, MI.*****How Youll Make an Impact:*** Assisting in the day-to-day management of the Applications Engineering team members and tasks* Training, Mentoring, Coaching and Reviewing the Applications Engineering Team and their work* Understand thoroughly customer requirements, specifications, and existing pain points to aid other AEs in winning solutions* Aid in the AE Teams efforts to define/develop cost-competitive, capable, technical solutions that meet internal and external customer requirements* Ensure the AE Team is applying practical conformance to JRA Applications Engineering corporate practices, procedures, and tools* Provide Cross Functional Team Support within Projects* Ensure conformance to As Sold Scope of Work* Similar Job Requirements to that of a Level IV AE with the additional requirements for Task and Team* Member Management as directed by the Applications Engineering Manager* Train, mentor, coach and review the Applications Engineering Team and their work with the goal of winning work profitably* Manage team member work prioritization, capacity tracking, quote status tracking, and initiating and leading quote kick-off meetings* Provide support to the cross functional team and applications engineering team* Support AE Manager with interviews, cost & concept reviews, assignments, process compliance, deadline management and leading department meetings* Supporting Account Managers by ensuring pain points and competitive advantages are identified and leveraged into the proposals* Support Account Managers by attending customer visits for key accounts* Facilitate concept brainstorming, leading docket review meetings* Ensure all outgoing proposals have a clearly defined scope which includes specifying machine buy-off requirements, identifying customer part requirements at project level, ensuring that the customer specifications have been reviewed, and that appropriate risks, assumptions and exceptions are properly addressed within the Proposal Document* Assisting in upper management approval meetings* Maintain assignment-specific AE related fields in company CRM (Salesforce)* Perform periodic personnel Performance Reviews* Dependent upon workload and needed support, the Lead AE may, at any time, assume the role of any lesser AE as times and circumstances dictateNote: *This list of responsibilities is inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.***What Youll Bring:*** Bachelors degree in an engineering or business discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience* Ten years of industry experience leading successful projects* Proficiency in all Applications Engineering processesDisclaimer: *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 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 jrcareers@jrautomation.com. Queries other than accommodation requests will not be responded to.**Our people love technology and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe.From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, theres no challenge too great for our pioneers. And theres no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference.Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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