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Hitachi, Ltd.

Simulation Engineer

Holland, MI · On-site

Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No The Opportunity: JR Automation, a Hitachi ... Provide high quality realistic imaging and 3D animation videos for marketing. Note: This list of ...

Hitachi

Simulation Engineer

Holland, MI · On-site +1

Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No The Opportunity: JR Automation, a Hitachi ... Provide high quality realistic imaging and 3D animation videos for marketing. Note: This list of ...

Hitachi

Simulation Engineer

Holland, MI · On-site +1

Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No The Opportunity: JR Automation, a Hitachi ... Provide high quality realistic imaging and 3D animation videos for marketing. Note: This list of ...

Spectrum Health

Content Producer

Southfield, MI · On-site

$115K/yr

... animation production, music, shot selection. Oversees editorial creative process for project ... Full time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 8:00 a.m ...

Spectrum Health

Content Producer

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$121K/yr

... animation production, music, shot selection. Oversees editorial creative process for project ... Full time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work 8:00 a.m ...

Adidev Technologies Inc

Android Developer

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$53.50 - $70.50/hr

Highly Competitive, commensurate with expertise Type: Full-time (W2 or Contract 1099), 40 hours per ... Experience with iOS frameworks (e.g., Core Data,Coco touch, Combine & Core Animation). Familiarity ...

General Motors

Creative Designer- Interior

Warren, MI · On-site

... via * animations [Ai, etc] and collaborate with clay and digital sculpting. * Collaborate ... This means the selected candidate is expected to report to a specific location on a full-time basis.

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What job makes $10,000 a month without a degree?

Full-time animation roles typically do not pay $10,000 a month without specialized skills, experience, or a strong portfolio. High earnings in creative fields like animation often require years of work, freelance projects, or working for top studios, and most entry-level positions pay less. Alternative high-paying jobs without degrees include sales, real estate, or entrepreneurship, but these are not specific to animation.

Can you make a living off of animation?

Full-time animators can make a living depending on their experience, skill level, and the industry they work in, such as film, gaming, or advertising. Salaries vary widely, with experienced professionals earning competitive wages, especially if they develop specialized skills or work for established companies. Building a strong portfolio and proficiency in tools like Adobe Animate or Toon Boom can improve earning potential.

What is the difference between Full Time Animation vs Part Time Animation?

AspectFull Time AnimationPart Time Animation
Work HoursTypically 35-40 hours per weekFewer hours, often less than 20 hours per week
Employment StatusFull-time employee with benefitsPart-time employee or freelancer without full benefits
CredentialsUsually requires a portfolio, relevant degree, or certificationSimilar credentials, but often more flexible in experience
Work EnvironmentOffice or studio setting, collaborative environmentRemote or freelance, flexible location

Full Time Animation roles involve consistent, full-week work with benefits and a structured environment, ideal for those seeking stability. Part Time Animation offers flexible hours, often remote, suitable for freelancers or those balancing other commitments. Both roles typically require similar skills and credentials, but differ mainly in hours, benefits, and work setting.

What jobs will be gone in the next 5 years?

In the next five years, some traditional animation roles may decline due to automation and advances in AI-driven tools, which can perform basic animation tasks. However, specialized roles requiring creative storytelling, complex character design, and advanced software skills are expected to remain in demand. Adaptability and proficiency with industry-standard software like Adobe Animate or Toon Boom are important for animation professionals to stay relevant.

Will AI replace animators?

AI technology can automate certain tasks in animation, such as in-betweening and rendering, but it is unlikely to fully replace animators. Skilled animators are needed to create creative, expressive, and complex animations that require human judgment and artistic vision. Many animation roles will evolve to incorporate AI tools, emphasizing skills in both traditional animation and new technologies.
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Simulation Engineer

Simulation Engineer

Hitachi, Ltd.

Holland, MI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Location:
Holland, Michigan, United States
Job ID:
R0098659
Date Posted:
2025-07-14
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 Simulation Engineer in Holland, MI or Lake Orion, MI as we work together to bring innovative automation solutions to life.
Location Type: This role can be located at our headquarters in Holland, MI or our facility in Lake Orion, MI.
How You'll Make an Impact:
  • Work with customers, sales, and engineering teams to develop solutions requiring simulations.
  • Work with the Application Engineers if simulations are needed in proposals.
  • Balance project priority and cross-business unit work.
  • Initiate, facilitate and cultivate external relationships and partnerships.
  • Build processes and retain relationships to share simulation capabilities, processes and knowledge across all JR Automation companies and business units.
  • Adhere to JR Automation and Simulation Engineering standards and processes.
  • Maintain the quality, respectability, and professionalism that JR Automation requires.

Simulation Capabilities:
  • Perform robotic reach & cycle time studies.
  • Perform system throughput studies.
  • Work with the design teams to validate tooling, layout, and robot selection.
  • Provide engineering teams with robot paths, OLPs and data.
  • Produce simulation videos and images.
  • Professionally present the simulation and findings to the team and customer.

Additional Opportunities:
  • Develop simulations for virtual commissioning, including digital twins.
  • Develop advanced simulation tools.
  • Develop simulation standards, processes, models, and scripts/control.
  • Provide high quality realistic imaging and 3D animation videos for marketing.

Note: This list of responsibilities is by no means inclusive; however, it is intended to be a guideline for activities.
What You'll Bring:
  • Minimum 3+ years of direct experience with robotics, preferably within the industrial automation or comparable industry.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Software engineering preferred.
  • Experience with robotic and/or discrete simulation software preferred, software such as:
    o RobotStudio
    o RoboGuide
    o Visual Components
    o Emulate3D
    o Process Simulate
    o Plant Simulate
  • Industrial robotic automated work cell design experience.
  • Ability to experiment while reviewing concepts, think out-of-the-box, and providing solutions.
  • Strong logical and critical thinking. Programming experience is preferred.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude with a focus on safety and quality.
  • Time management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects/initiatives with varying priorities.
  • Some travel required and willingness to commit to extended travel periods for project-based work, training, sales events, and conferences. Some international traveling could be required.

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 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.
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About Hitachi Vantara

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Hitachi Rail is a fully integrated, global provider of rail solutions across rolling stock, signaling, service & maintenance, digital technology and turnkey. With a presence in 38 countries across three continents and over 13,000 employees, our mission is to contribute to society through the continuous development of superior rail transport solutions.

Industry

It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Clara, CA, US

Year founded

2017

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