Electrical Manager

Job Description

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 strengthen our team across the globe.

Join us as an Electrical Manager .

Why Join Us?

• Competitive wages, medical benefits starting your first day, and paid parental leave
• Opportunity to work on unique, custom automation projects
• A collaborative, engineering-driven environment
• Career growth and skill development opportunities
• A role where craftsmanship and quality truly matter

Location Type: This position is onsite in Greenville, South Carolina.

Travel Requirements: Up to 20%. Travel may include domestic and/or international customer, supplier, and JR Automation locations.

Role Overview

The Electrical Manager is responsible for leading and developing the Electrical Department while ensuring the successful execution of automation projects through effective planning, resource management, and team leadership. This role oversees daily electrical operations, supports project execution, drives continuous improvement initiatives, and maintains the highest standards of safety, quality, customer satisfaction, and on‑time delivery.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Directly supervise the Electrical Team and other staff.
• Work cross‑functionally with all departments.
• Plan, direct, organize, and control the build process and related costs.
• Ensure that changes and problems are documented and communicated.
• Support Project Managers with customer service, runoffs, planning, and status reporting.
• Strive to achieve the highest level of performance from team members based on their individual abilities.
• Support, promote, and execute company initiatives.
• Provide timely customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Communicate technical information and critical processes to the project team.
• Manage daily operations by planning the use of materials and resources while considering the needs of the broader business unit.
• Support the quoting team by providing input on concepts, labor hours, and material costs.
• Establish and maintain a teamwork‑focused culture through leadership, experience, positive attitude, encouragement, and training.
• Review performance data to evaluate productivity, efficiency, and utilization and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Drive process improvements to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.
• Set employee expectations and provide feedback, coaching, and accountability to ensure team members meet company standards.
• Develop the Electrical Department through leadership, mentoring, and training.
• Demonstrate a commitment to safety, quality, and on‑time delivery.
• Address current and future staffing needs and participate in the interviewing process.
• Conduct regular team meetings to communicate workload expectations, hours, company updates, and policy changes.

Note: This list of responsibilities is intended as a guideline and is not all‑inclusive.

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required, along with five years of electrical experience; related vocational education and a Journeyman's card are preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of schematic interpretation, panel building, machine wiring, and troubleshooting.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with a focus on safety and quality.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives with varying priorities.
• Proven ability to accept and provide direction, establish expectations, and hold team members accountable for meeting timing, budget, and customer requirements.
• Three or more years of experience providing mentorship and leadership.
• Ability to maintain a steady pace while bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and working on, beneath, and around machinery.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as required.
• Ability to obtain Hi-Lo (Forklift), Aerial Platform, and Overhead Crane certifications while employed at JR Automation.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, including domestic and international travel depending on project requirements.
• Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry, is strongly 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 more than 2,000 employees across 20+ facilities worldwide and become part of the industry's most experienced team of advanced automation integrators.

Fueled by Possible.