Jabil

Automation Manufacturing Engineer II

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Bray, Wicklow, IRL

In-Office

Mid level

Hardware

The Role

Designs, installs, validates, and improves automated production lines. Leads process characterization, optimization, root-cause investigations, production ramp-up, and continuous improvement initiatives. Improves OEE, scrap, cost, productivity, and utilization while supporting Lean Manufacturing. Coaches technical teams, manages project budgets, coordinates with vendors and customers, and ensures quality and safety compliance.

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.

Bray Automation Engineer II

The Manufacturing Engineer II / Automation Engineer monitors the quality and efficiency performance of assigned customer and value streams and supports continuous improvement through process development, root cause analysis, and systematic problem solving.

Responsibilities

Lead or support design, installation, validation and buy-off of automated production lines.
Drive process characterisation and optimisation (DFMEA, PFMEA, DOE).
Lead systematic technical root-cause investigations.
Support production line ramp-up to achieve mature production targets.
Improve manufacturing metrics including OEE, scrap, cost, productivity and utilisation.
Support Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
Coach technical and maintenance teams in problem solving methodologies.
Manage assigned project budgets and liaise with vendors and customers.
Travel for equipment buy-offs and vendor/customer training as required.
Ensure full compliance with Quality Management System and safety programmes.

Requirements

Level 8 qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.
3–5 years’ experience in a high-volume automated manufacturing environment; medical device experience advantageous.
Strong project management, troubleshooting, and leadership skills.
Lean Six Sigma experience advantageous.
Proficient in MS Office and MS Project; CAD experience desirable.

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Skills Required

Level 8 qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline
3-5 years of experience in a high-volume automated manufacturing environment
Strong project management, troubleshooting, and leadership skills
Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project
Medical device manufacturing experience
Lean Six Sigma experience
CAD experience

Jabil Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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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.