Project Engineer I (Prince George, VA)

Jabil; Prince George; On-site; CAD 93,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

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

Job summary

Jabil is seeking an engineering leader to drive the startup of a new factory in Prince George, VA, focusing on large form-factor equipment and end-to-end process development. You will lead equipment selection, installation, and commissioning, and build production layouts and workflows for a safe, efficient plant.

You will collaborate across R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality, and mentor a growing team while delivering on schedule and cost targets for a complex manufacturing program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• 5+ years of experience in project engineering for manufacturing startups or expansions.
• Proven experience with large form-factor equipment manufacturing.
• Strong background in process development, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering projects for the new factory startup, including equipment selection, installation, and commissioning.
• Develop manufacturing processes, workflows, and production layouts for a new plant.
• Collaborate with R&D, Operations, Supply Chain and Quality to define scope and timelines.
• Identify and procure critical manufacturing equipment and tooling within budget.
• Conduct process analysis, capacity planning, and bottleneck identification for ramp-up.
• Maintain project docs including specs, process flows, FMEAs, and work instructions.
• Oversee training of production personnel on new equipment and processes.
• Monitor KPIs to track progress and performance.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during installation and early production.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.

Skills

Project Engineering

Lean Manufacturing

Leadership

Problem Solving

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

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. ** On-site at our Prince George, VA facility. ** This requisition is to support a new factory in Prince George, VA (onsite) manufacturing large form‑factor equipment. The product will be large (shipping container size), heavy (50+ tons), and complex. This position will be part of the core factory startup and onboarding team responsible for building the operations and manufacturing staff, fitting out the building, and creating the process flow/work instructions/etc. from the ground up. Skills to include: panel and point to point wire assembly, Medium Voltage, Low Voltage, and High Power Electronic assemblies. Supports and coordinates operational engineering projects from initiation through to completion. Supports project planning, staffing, progress reporting, people management and troubleshooting for engineering projects. Ensures project results meet requirements regarding technical quality, reliability, schedule and cost.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage engineering projects related to the new factory startup, including equipment selection, installation, and commissioning for large form‑factor manufacturing.
• Develop and implement manufacturing processes, workflows, and production layouts to optimize efficiency, quality, and safety in a new plant environment.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality) to define project scope, deliverables, and timelines.
• Identify, evaluate, and procure critical manufacturing equipment, tooling, and machinery, ensuring alignment with production requirements and budget constraints.
• Conduct detailed process analysis, capacity planning, and bottleneck identification to ensure smooth production ramp‑up.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including engineering specifications, process flows, FMEAs, and work instructions.
• Oversee the training of production personnel on new equipment and processes.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track project progress and manufacturing performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during equipment installation, commissioning, and early production phases.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations, environmental standards, and quality management systems.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in project engineering within a manufacturing environment, with a strong emphasis on new factory startups or significant expansion projects.
• Proven experience working with large form‑factor equipment manufacturing (e.g., heavy machinery, aerospace components, large industrial systems).
• Demonstrated expertise in process development, lean manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing equipment selection, installation, and commissioning.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and project management tools (e.g., MS Project).
• Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and decision‑making skills.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities, with the capacity to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Willingness to travel as required during the factory startup phase.

What Can Jabil Offer You?

• 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

The pay range for this role is $65,500 - $117,900. Job-related, non‑discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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