Principal Engineer - OSS

Nypro DR; Chihuahua; On-site; MXN 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil is seeking a seasoned engineer to develop test solutions and proposals across hardware, software, and test systems. The role emphasizes designing test specifications, supporting RFQ processes, and delivering comprehensive documentation for customer proposals.

The position involves working with LabView, TestStand, and various programming languages to ensure robust test capabilities and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Electronics or Electrical Eng required; MS preferred.
• Experience with test solution development across hardware/software.
• Familiarity with GTS RFQ processes and test development tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop test solution proposals including specs, hardware and software descriptions.
• Create and document tester validation criteria and deliverables.
• Develop test solutions across electrical, mechanical, and software domains.
• Support crisis and continuous improvement efforts in GTS.

Skills

Test development

DFT

Hardware testing

Scripting languages

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors of Science in Electronics or Electrical Eng

Masters degree preferred

Tools

LabWindows/CVI

LabView

TestStand

ANSI C

Visual C++

Visual Basic

Assembly (Motorola/Intel)

HTML

PERL

ASP

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.

SUMMARY

Continuously works to improve core competency, develops test solution proposals, develops test solutions, and provides test crisis support. Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining results.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Development of test solution proposals:

• Test solution proposals typically include, but are not limited to:
  • Price commitment
  • Schedule commitment
  • Preliminary test specification
  • Hardware description
  • Software description
  • Documentation package description
  • Specification of tester validation criteria
  • Specification of support requirements of the proposed test solution
  • Specification of required customer deliverables.
• The process of developing test solution proposals includes, but is not limited to:
  • Use of GTS on-line Request For Quote (RFQ) form and quote tracking tools and systems
  • Adherence to GTS RFQ responsiveness requirements
  • Use of GTS Functional Verification Test (FVT) proposal templates (quote form, test plan form)
  • Completion of proposals on-schedule

Development of test solutions:

• Assigned to develop test specifications and test solutions on projects of low to high complexity.
• Test solution development tasks must be done according to budget and schedule commitments submitted in test solution proposals
• The tasks comprising a test solution development may include, but is not limited to, Design For Test (DFT), design, assembly, debug, validation, deployment, and emergency support of electrical hardware, mechanical hardware, optical hardware, and software.
• Electrical hardware typically includes, but is not limited to:
  • GPIB and RS-232 controlled equipment
  • VXI based test equipment
  • Custom circuitry implemented in custom circuit boards and cables
• Mechanical hardware typically includes, but is not limited to:
  • Environmental Stress Screening (ESS) chamber racks
  • Bench-test setups
  • 19\" equipment racks
  • Custom automated high-throughput fixtures with probe fields, and top, bottom, and side mounted pneumatically actuated modules.
• Software and compilers typically includes, but is not limited to:
  • LabWindows/CVI, LabView, and TestStand
  • ANSI C and Visual C++
  • Visual Basic
  • Assembly for Motorola and Intel microcontrollers and microprocessors
  • HTML, PERL, ASP, and custom scripting languages.
• GTS FVT test development sites develop solutions for several test processes including, but not limited to:
  • Board-level functional test
  • ESS
  • System test
• The process of developing test solutions includes, but is not limited to, the use of GTS tools and systems for:
  • Test development (OrCAD, AutoCAD, software development tools listed above)
  • Project tracking (action items, journals, time entry, milestones, and deliverables checklists)
  • Test solution design guidelines (global fixture specification, schematic design requirements)
  • Design reviews (design proposal, post-installation)
  • FVT documentation package templates (test specification, BOM's, tester validation, etc...)

Test Crisis Support:

• Support for the GTS Hotline.
• Special support requests as needed.

Continuous improvement of core competency:

• Participation in the GTS core competency improvement program.
• Participation in the effort to improve GTS tools and systems.
• Drives Jabil's vendors and customers to constantly improve products and services.
• Learning to solve problems outside areas of past proficiency.

Industry recognition:

• Active membership in two industry recognized professional organizations.
• Published articles in at least one recognized professional industry magazines, periodicals, journals, or websites.
• Speak at a minimum of one industry recognized seminars, conferences, or consortiums.

Jabil policies:

• Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.
• Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelors of Science degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering from four-year college or university required, Masters of Science preferred; and more than eight years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures