At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
How will you make an impact?
As the Principal Automation Engineer (LFF), you will provide strategic and technical leadership for automation across the Large Form Factor (LFF) operation. You will drive automation roadmaps, major capital projects, new product introductions, and factory transformation initiatives while serving as the site's highest-level automation subject matter expert.
What will you do?
- Develop and execute the LFF automation strategy and technology roadmap.
- Lead major automation projects supporting NPI, capacity expansion, and operational excellence.
- Drive deployment of robotics, vision, test, mechatronics, and material handling solutions.
- Serve as the primary technical interface with suppliers, customers, and regional automation teams.
- Lead resolution of complex automation challenges impacting safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
- Champion automation standards, best practices, and technology scalability.
- Mentor engineering teams and support development of automation capabilities.
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
How will you get here?
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
- 8+ years of experience in manufacturing automation, capital equipment deployment, or advanced manufacturing.
- Experience leading large-scale automation projects and factory automation initiatives and contract manufacturing.
Knowledge & Skills
- Expert knowledge of manufacturing automation systems.
- Advanced knowledge of robotics, controls, vision systems, and industrial automation.
- Strong project leadership and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience in large assembly or high-mix manufacturing environments preferred.
Benefits you will receive while working with Jabil:
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
- 401K match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- Adoption Assistance
- Annual Merit Increases
- Community Volunteer Opportunities
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