Sr. Electrical Engineer

Jabil Circuit; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is searching for a Lead Electrical Design Engineer to spearhead the development of EOL Test Fixtures. This key role involves leading electrical engineering projects, designing complex circuits, and ensuring the quality of hardware products. You will collaborate with various teams and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes. With a focus on cutting-edge technology and a commitment to excellence, this position offers a unique opportunity to drive transformative growth in the Enterprise and Infrastructure division. Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in embedded hardware design.
• Strong understanding of testing principles and methodologies.
• Experience in designing FCT fixtures and test stations.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering projects from requirements to production.
• Design and develop complex analog and digital circuits.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams for project success.

Skills

Electrical Engineering Design

Analog Circuit Design

Digital Circuit Design

Power Management Solutions

FCT Fixture Design

Programming Languages

Test Automation Frameworks

Signal Integrity Analysis

Thermal Management

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

LabView

TestStand

DFMEA

Oscilloscopes

Simulation Tools

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Jabil is a product solutions company providing comprehensive design, manufacturing, supply chain and product management services. Operating from over 100 facilities in 29 countries, Jabil delivers innovative, integrated, and tailored solutions to customers across a broad range of industries and end-markets, such as automotive, consumer lifestyle and wearable tech, defense and aerospace, connected home and building, industrial and energy, enterprise and infrastructure, healthcare, mobility, packaging and printing.

Jabil is seeking a Lead Electrical Design Engineer who will directly contribute to the transformative growth in our Enterprise and Infrastructure division by applying unique and innovative approaches to developing EOL Test Fixtures for production environment. The Test Fixtures Electrical Design Engineer plays a vital role in ensuring the quality and reliability of hardware products, contributing to the overall success of the manufacturing process and customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for contributing to the end-to-end architecture, definition, development and production deployment of the Test fixtures in our manufacturing regions. You will also be responsible for interfacing with our customers, fixture vendors and internal teams from engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure fixture deliverables meet the rigorous standards of Jabil’s world-class manufacturing environments.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the full cycle of electrical engineering projects: requirements gathering, system architecture, circuit design, schematic capture, validation of test fixtures and release to production.
• Design and develop complex analog, digital, mixed-signal circuits, and power management solutions.
• Develop and review detailed technical documentation, including block diagrams, schematics, BOMs, manufacturing drawings, test specifications, and validation plans.
• Specify and integrate components such as sensors, actuators, microcontrollers, PLCs, communication modules (Ethernet, CAN, RS-485, Modbus, etc.), and power supplies.
• Perform detailed analysis for signal integrity, EMI/EMC, thermal management, safety, and reliability.
• Interface with suppliers for component selection, custom parts development, and issue resolution.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and peer reviews to strengthen the team’s technical capabilities.
• Collaborate closely with Program Management to provide accurate estimates, project plans, risk assessments, and status updates.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Leader in developing and validating embedded hardware design applications.
• Directs all aspects of electronics circuit design with minimal supervision
• Work with and manage external component suppliers/manufacturers and provide input to their product roadmaps
• Communicates technical aspects of a project effectively to customers and manufacturers.
• Leads resolution of complex design issues and manages design trade-offs

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Experience in designing FCT (Functional Circuit Test) fixtures and test stations.
• Broad knowledge developing high complexity projects that have required one of more of Electrical Engineering Design specializations or competencies: Power supply Theory, Digital theory, Analog theory, etc.
• Strong understanding of testing principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in programming languages and scripting languages.
• Experience in LabView and TestStand.
• Experience with test automation frameworks and tools
• Detailed knowledge and use of key development tools and design standards: Component derating, DFMEA, oscilloscopes, multi-meters, simulation tools, etc.

NON-TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Influence others and share best practices
• Effectively communicate with good understanding of English.
• Work as part of a global team
• Assess a project and articulating risk while developing project milestones.
• Develop projects in a stage-gate process (PLCQ)
• Mentor less experienced engineers.
• Leads cross-functional and EE design reviews

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Electrical Engineering Degree (BSEE/MSEE or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years experience in embedded hardware design or other key competency
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.