Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Jabil

Manufacturing Engineering Manager leading Jabil’s manufacturing process strategy and engineering teams. Driving Lean Manufacturing, technical improvement, cost efficiency, and customer-focused production operations.

Posted 8/11/2026full-timeRichardson • California, Florida, Tennessee, Texas, Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading manufacturing processes and systems, with a strong focus on continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and effective team management. Capable of developing and implementing engineering strategies that align with corporate goals while ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.

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Lean ManufacturingSMT Technical ProcessesManufacturing EngineeringLeadership ExperienceProcess Development

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Hard Skills

Manufacturing ProcessesIndustrial EngineeringProcess DevelopmentData AnalysisCost Reduction StrategiesEquipment UtilizationTrend ReportingDesign for ManufacturabilityPerformance EvaluationContinuous Improvement

Soft Skills

CommunicationLeadershipCoachingMentoringChange Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

SMTScreen PrintingReflow OvenSelective SolderConformal CoatingManufacturing PhilosophyEngineering StrategiesProduction LinesMaterial FlowHealth and Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the site technology function for Jabil’s manufacturing processes and systems
Support Operations’ business development efforts with current and potential customers
Develop and implement site and global manufacturing and industrial engineering strategies
Establish optimized manufacturing methods and processes for production lines
Lead and motivate a large group of engineering staff
Review utilization of equipment, production methods, equipment layout, personnel, and material flow
Recruit, interview, and hire Industrial, Process, Manufacturing, and Project Engineers
Coach and mentor engineering staff and manage succession plans
Establish measurable goals, evaluate performance, and drive continuous improvement
Coordinate large teams during crises and manage recognition and rewards
Define and execute engineering strategies aligned with campus and corporate direction
Provide strategy execution updates to business and workcell managers
Manage technical support for global growth strategy as needed
Reduce costs by streamlining processes, eliminating non-value-added activities, and re-engineering systems
Prepare departmental forecasts and analyze trends
Anticipate headcount requirements based on open bays and projected business
Drive continuous improvement through trend reporting, metrics management, and improved data gathering
Prepare quotes for new and potential customers
Forecast technical trends and support supplier technology roadmaps
Verify reconfiguration requirements and monitor line moves
Lead equipment evaluations and ensure measurement criteria meet site requirements
Develop processes supporting expanding customer requirements and product densification
Assist Project and Design Engineers with Design for Manufacturability issues
Establish measurement systems and implement best-in-field practices
Support troubled workcells and product launches
Share best practices across Jabil facilities
Ensure adherence to company policies, health and safety, quality, and security procedures
Drive Lean Manufacturing consistently throughout the campus

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree preferred
5+ years of experience with SMT technical processes, including screen printing, reflow oven, selective solder, and conformal coating
Extensive knowledge of manufacturing and industrial engineering philosophies and processes
Proven communication, leadership, business analysis, process development, administration, and change management experience
2–3 years of supervisory experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities
Customer service and employee support emphasis