Jabil

Automation Engineer

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Memphis, TN, USA

In-Office

Mid level

Hardware

The Role

Designs, integrates, tests, and validates robotics, automation systems, equipment, and tooling for manufacturing programs. Develops preventive maintenance plans, investigates equipment issues, implements corrective actions, analyzes performance data, and drives reliability and continuous improvement initiatives. Maintains engineering documentation and configuration controls while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, quality, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Summary Generated by Built In

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.

Job Summary

Designs, analyzes, modifies, and integrates robotics, automation technologies, equipment, and tooling solutions to support manufacturing programs and products. Develops, implements, and validates preventive maintenance plans, equipment reliability improvements, and interim corrective actions for damaged or unsafe equipment. Investigates and documents engineering changes while maintaining equipment and tooling configurations in accordance with established procedures and standards.

Education & Experience

Typically requires 2 to 5 years of related experience in automation, robotics, manufacturing engineering, or a similar field.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering or a related technical discipline is typically required.
Equivalent education, training, and/or experience may be considered.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Design, analyze, modify, and integrate automation systems, robotics, equipment, and tooling solutions.
Support the development and implementation of engineering solutions that improve operational efficiency, quality, and reliability.
Develop and execute preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and performance.
Implement interim corrective actions for damaged, unsafe, or non-conforming equipment and tooling.
Conduct testing, validation, measurements, and data analysis to evaluate system performance.
Support engineering change management activities, including documentation and configuration control.
Investigate equipment issues and recommend reliability improvements using engineering methodologies and data-driven analysis.
Prepare and maintain technical documentation, procedures, reports, and records.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate automation solutions into manufacturing operations.
Ensure all activities comply with safety, quality, regulatory, and company requirements.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, reliability, and process optimization.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Working knowledge of automation principles, robotics systems, controls, and manufacturing processes.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, schematics, and standard operating procedures.
Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting technical and operational data.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to maintain accurate documentation and technical records.
Proficiency with standard engineering and data analysis tools.
Effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams.
Commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

BENEFITS 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
401(k) 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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Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Accessibility Accommodation

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to [email protected] or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.

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Skills Required

2 to 5 years of related experience in automation, robotics, manufacturing engineering, or a similar field
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
Equivalent education, training, and/or experience may be considered
Working knowledge of automation principles, robotics systems, controls, and manufacturing processes
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, schematics, and standard operating procedures
Experience collecting, analyzing, and reporting technical and operational data
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Jabil Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Jabil and has not been reviewed or approved by Jabil.

Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, and HRA/HSA plan options appearing consistently across role materials. Wellbeing support is also included via EAP access and additional wellbeing-oriented time such as mental-health days in some U.S. postings.
Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, which together strengthen long-term savings potential. Additional financial upside is supported in some roles through profit sharing and performance/quarterly bonus structures.
Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle add-ons extend beyond core insurance, including tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, pet insurance, adoption assistance, and employee assistance resources. Community-oriented benefits such as a paid Day of Service can add perceived non-cash value alongside standard rewards.