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Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No The Opportunity: JR Automation, a Hitachi ... Join us as a Simulation Engineer in Holland, MI or Lake Orion, MI as we work together to bring ...

Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No The Opportunity: JR Automation, a Hitachi ... Join us as a Simulation Engineer in Holland, MI or Lake Orion, MI as we work together to bring ...

Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No The Opportunity: JR Automation, a Hitachi ... Join us as a Simulation Engineer in Holland, MI or Lake Orion, MI as we work together to bring ...

Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No The Opportunity: JR Automation, a Hitachi ... Join us as a Simulation Engineer in Holland, MI or Lake Orion, MI as we work together to bring ...

Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No The Opportunity: JR Automation, a Hitachi ... Join us as a Simulation Engineer in Holland, MI or Lake Orion, MI as we work together to bring ...

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As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time game simulation programming in the United States is $67,601.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $79,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Game Simulation Programming vs Game Software Developer?

AspectFull Time Game Simulation ProgrammingGame Software Developer
Primary FocusDeveloping realistic simulation models and physics for gamesCreating overall game software, including gameplay, UI, and mechanics
Required SkillsPhysics, mathematics, simulation algorithms, programmingProgramming, game design, software engineering, UI/UX
Work EnvironmentGame studios, simulation labs, research environmentsGame studios, tech companies, independent developers
Common CertificationsComputer science, software engineering, specialized physics or simulation coursesComputer science, software development certifications, game design courses

While both roles involve programming and software development within the gaming industry, Full Time Game Simulation Programming specializes in creating realistic physics and simulation models, whereas Game Software Developers focus on overall game creation, including gameplay mechanics and user interfaces. Understanding these differences helps professionals choose the right career path or job focus within the gaming industry.

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Simulation Engineer

Simulation Engineer

Hitachi

Holland, MI • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Location:

Lake Orion, Michigan, Unites States

Job ID:

R0128480

Date Posted:

2026-04-27

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