Automation Engineer

Tampa, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the worlds top brands offering comprehensive engineering manufacturing and supply chain solutions. With over 50 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.

The Automation Design Engineer is responsible for designing developing and implementing automated systems and equipment to improve safety quality throughput and cost in an electronics manufacturing environment. This role works closely with manufacturing quality and maintenance teams to deliver robust automation solutions that support high-volume high-mix production.

Key Responsibilities

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

Required Qualifications

Bachelors 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

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with robotics (Fanuc ABB UR or similar)

Vision systems and automated inspection experience

Knowledge of SMT PCBA or electronics test processes

Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma

Hands-on experience with equipment build debug and installation

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