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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Applications Engineer II - **Company:** Hitachi, Ltd. - **Location:** Nashville, TN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Computer-Aided Design, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), SolidWorks (CAD), Microsoft PowerPoint, Creo - **Published:** June 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=cc0d1c5e5da906ff ## About the Role Do you have experience in Technical engineering?, * Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field, calculated as two (2) years of relevant work experience for each year of academic study. * 5 or more years of experience in automation, machinery, or related technical industries. * Hands-on experience in Applications Engineering, quoting, and customer interaction. * Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA, Visual Components). * Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. * Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills. * Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred. ## Description The Applications Engineer II/III is responsible for developing competitive, customer-focused automation solutions within the custom automation equipment industry. This role translates customer requirements and pain points into technically capable, cost-effective system concepts that can be proposed, sold, and executed. The Applications Engineer II/III owns concept development, cost estimation, and proposal creation in response to customer Requests for Proposal (RFPs), while supporting Account Managers and collaborating with cross-functional teams., * Gaining a thorough understanding of the Customer Specifications, Requirements and existing Pain Points * Develop and Define cost competitive, capable, Technical Solutions that meet Internal & External Customer requirements. * Apply Practical Conformance to the JRA Applications Engineering Corporate Practices, Procedures and Tools * Provide Cross Functional Team Support for Projects for which you were the assigned Application Engineer. * Aiding in the Mentorship of Less Experienced Apps Engineers, Co-ops & Interns, * Develop a thorough understanding of customer specifications, requirements, and operational pain points. * Interact with customers during the definition of machine requirements, concept development, and proposal presentation. * Generate conceptual automation solutions for applications with no standard or prior solutions using CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA, or Visual Components. * Develop cost estimates, risk assessments, cycle time analyses, and system flow diagrams to support proposals. * Prepare and participate in internal and external quote reviews, presenting concepts, costs, risks, and delivery timelines. * Author clear and comprehensive proposals defining scope of work, production rates, machine buy-off requirements, and customer part requirements. * Support Account Managers by incorporating customer pain points and competitive advantages into proposals. * Provide cross-functional technical support during the quoting and early project phases. * Applying Practical Conformance to Corporate Practices, Procedures and Tools * Mentor junior Applications Engineers, co-ops, and interns. * Travel to customer sites and company locations as needed. 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