At Jabil (NYSE: JBL) we are proud to be a trusted partner for the worlds 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.

Shift: 1st Shift

Working days: Mon - Fri

How will you make an impact

The Senior Manufacturing Controls Engineer is responsible for leading and advancing Large Form Assembly (LFA) controls automation and manufacturing test development operations. This role provides senior-level technical leadership in PLC integration HMI development industrial networking automated test system architecture and system-level validation. This position serves as the controls and test development Subject Matter Expert (SME) ensuring automation readiness control system robustness and scalable test strategies across NPI ramp and sustaining production phases. The role drives PFMEA development automation risk assessments test coverage strategy data acquisition architecture and validation methodologies while aligning engineering documentation software standards and manufacturing execution to improve safety quality delivery and cost performance.

What will you do

• Lead the development review and control of controls and test manufacturing documentation including I/O lists PLC architecture diagrams network topologies sequence of operations test scripts validation plans SOPs and software revision control.
• Conduct DFM and DFA reviews during NPI to ensure control systems and test architectures are optimized for manufacturability serviceability scalability and repeatability.
• Develop maintain and update PFMEA documentation and structured risk assessments for control system integration and automated test processes.
• Architect and develop manufacturing test strategies including functional testing interlock validation automated sequence testing and data capture methodologies.
• Design and develop PLC-based and PC-based automated test solutions for electrical mechanical and system-level validation.
• Define and standardize PLC programming structures naming conventions test logic sequencing and revision control practices.
• Lead integration and validation of PLCs HMIs VFDs sensors instrumentation safety devices and communication protocols (Ethernet/IP Modbus BACnet Profinet etc.).
• Develop and optimize commissioning and test processes including power-up validation I/O verification safety interlock testing leak/pressure validation support and automated functional performance checks.
• Partner with Mechanical Electrical Industrial and Quality Engineering to ensure comprehensive test coverage and cross-functional system integration.
• Develop automated data acquisition systems and ensure integration with MES and digital factory platforms for traceability and real-time performance monitoring.
• Provide advanced hands-on troubleshooting support for PLC logic faults automation sequencing errors instrumentation failures communication issues and test script gaps.
• Support FAT/SAT activities and customer validation events ensuring test systems demonstrate reliability repeatability and compliance.
• Ensure controlled software documentation test script management and ECN discipline throughout NPI ramp and sustaining production phases.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on test coverage enhancement automation reliability cycle time reduction and defect prevention.
• Serve as escalation point and technical mentor for junior controls engineers test engineers and automation technicians.

How will you get here

Education:

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering Controls Engineering Mechatronics Automation Engineering or related discipline.

Experience:

• Minimum of 710 years of progressive experience in industrial automation controls engineering or manufacturing test development roles.
• Demonstrated experience developing automated manufacturing test systems and PLC-based validation platforms.
• Experience developing and maintaining PFMEA and automation/test risk mitigation documentation.
• Strong experience with PLC platforms (e.g. Siemens Allen-Bradley or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience with industrial networking VFD configuration instrumentation integration and safety circuit validation.
• Experience developing structured test documentation including validation plans coverage matrices and standard work.
• Working knowledge of applicable safety standards (e.g. NFPA 70E UL ISO safety standards).
• Experience supporting NPI launches production ramps and sustaining operations.

Knowledge Skills Abilities:

• Advanced understanding of PLC programming methodologies HMI development industrial communication protocols and control panel integration.
• Strong knowledge of motor controls VFD configuration safety interlocks and power distribution integration.
• Experience creating and maintaining automation documentation including I/O lists sequence of operations and functional specifications.
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems and integration with MES or digital factory platforms.
• Experience performing structured root cause analysis for automation failures (8D DMAIC A3).
• Strong understanding of system-level commissioning start-up validation and automated test system integration.
• Ability to identify and eliminate non-value-added automation steps and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Excellent collaboration communication and documentation discipline in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Ability to manage multiple programs while providing senior-level technical leadership across workcells.

Why Jabil

At Jabil we believe in continuous innovation and operational excellence. The Manufacturing Controls Engineer will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge automation technologies and contribute to large-scale manufacturing initiatives that drive reliability safety and efficiency across our operations. We foster a collaborative environment where diverse ideas are valued technical expertise is developed and career growth is supported through mentorship and hands-on project exposure.

What can Jabil offer you

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
• 401K 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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