Automation Engineer II

Jabil

Automation Engineer II responsible for designing, developing, and implementing automation solutions for electronics manufacturing at Jabil. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and cost-efficiency.

Posted 4/22/2026full-timeMassachusetts, Missouri, North Carolina, Tennessee, Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $31 - $57 per hourWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop automation solutions for electronics assembly processes (e.g., SMT, testing, inspection, packaging, material handling)
Create mechanical, electrical, and control system designs, including drawings, schematics, and specifications
Program and debug PLCs, HMIs, robots, vision systems, and test equipment
Lead automation projects from concept through installation, validation, and production ramp-up
Troubleshoot and optimize existing automated equipment to improve uptime, yield, and cycle time
Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and process engineers to define automation requirements
Support equipment acceptance testing (FAT/SAT) and production qualification
Work with external vendors and integrators on equipment design, build, and commissioning
Ensure automation solutions meet safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies
Develop documentation including work instructions, maintenance procedures, and training materials
Support continuous improvement initiatives and cost-reduction efforts
Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for new automation projects.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field
3+ years of experience in automation design or manufacturing engineering (electronics manufacturing preferred)
Experience with PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent)
Familiarity with sensors, actuators, servos, pneumatics, and industrial safety systems
Experience with CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent)
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced production environment
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Mandarin speaker highly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
paid time off
paid parental leave
company-paid holidays subject to change yearly
401(k) retirement plan
employee stock purchase plan

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Hard Skills & Tools

automation solutionsPLC programmingmechanical designelectrical designcontrol system designtroubleshootingdebuggingfeasibility studiescost-benefit analysiscontinuous improvement

Soft Skills

problem-solvingproject managementcommunicationcollaborationleadershiporganizational skillsadaptabilityattention to detailanalytical thinkingtime management