Automation Engineer: Smart Manufacturing & Robotics

Jabil; Flat Rock (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil in Flat Rock, North Carolina is seeking a Factory Automation Engineer to design, implement, and optimize automated systems and robotics within manufacturing environments. The engineer's primary objective is to enhance production efficiency, quality, and safety while minimizing manual labor.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and over 5 years of experience in industrial control systems. Proficiency in PLC programming and knowledge of automated material handling systems are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field highly preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in industrial control systems.
• Hands-on PLC programming experience required.

Responsibilities

• Design control systems, automated workflows, and equipment layouts.
• Develop and program PLCs, SCADA, HMIs, and robotics.
• Oversee installation, testing, and deployment of automation systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot system issues.
• Optimize process control using intelligent systems.

Skills

Automated material handling systems (AMR, AGV)

PLC programming (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Mitsubishi)

Industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profinet)

Robotics, sensors, and actuators

Project management

Cross-functional communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Automation, or Computer Science

5 years in industrial control systems and/or smart manufacturing

Job description

Jabil in Flat Rock, North Carolina is seeking a Factory Automation Engineer to design, implement, and optimize automated systems and robotics within manufacturing environments. The engineer's primary objective is to enhance production efficiency, quality, and safety while minimizing manual labor.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and over 5 years of experience in industrial control systems. Proficiency in PLC programming and knowledge of automated material handling systems are essential for success.