Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

Location:

Liberty, South Carolina, United States

Job ID:

R0128131

Date Posted:

2026-04-28

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 Senior Mechanical Project Engineer in Greenville, SC as we work together to bring innovative automation solutions to life.  

Location Type: This is position based onsite in Greenville, SC.

What We Offer:

• Competitive wages, medical benefits starting your first day, and paid parental leave

• Opportunity to work on customized, 1-of-1 automation projects

• A collaborative, engineering-driven environment

• Career growth and skill development opportunities

• A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter

• Work with cutting edge and innovative technologies

Role Overview

JR Automation is seeking a Senior Mechanical Project Engineer in Greenville, SC to lead the design and execution of complex, custom automation projects for global manufacturing customers. This role combines hands-on mechanical engineering expertise with technical leadership, overseeing cross‑functional teams, managing multiple projects, and driving quality, cost, and schedule performance. The ideal candidate thrives in an engineering-driven environment and is motivated by delivering innovative, one-of-a-kind automation solutions.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Supervise mechanical 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 mechanical 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 inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field 10+ years of relevant engineering experience

• 2+ years of experience leading technical or engineering projects

• Demonstrated expertise with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, NX, or AutoCAD

• Broad and in-depth experience with automation products, services, and the automation industry

• Proven ability to identify systemic issues and drive improvements in departmental efficiency

• Experience leading cross-functional technical teams and influencing project direction and outcomes

• Serve as a technical expert and leader within the department

• Lead engineering teams and guide project execution, prioritization, and progress

• Ability to negotiate and resolve critical technical issues with internal stakeholders and customer engineers

• Strong communication skills, including delivering technical presentations and participating in customer or media-facing engagements as needed

• Willingness to travel up to 20% to customer sites and other JR locations

• Engineering Management degree or MBA preferred

• FE Exam or EIT certification preferred

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 exper