Automation Lead - Manufacturing Assembly & Test Process (US Region)

Jabil; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Signing bonus

Job summary

Jabil is seeking an Automation Lead – Manufacturing Assembly & Test Process (US Region) to champion the strategy, design, and deployment of advanced automation across U.S. sites, including Salisbury, NC.

Expect up to 50% travel domestically with relocation assistance and a signing bonus. You will drive the automation roadmap, oversee a transition from manual to full automation, and lead ROI-driven automation initiatives to boost quality, safety, and efficiency across high-volume production

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing automation/assembly automation.
• Experience implementing automated assembly lines in high-volume manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of robotics, PLCs, vision systems, and automation controls.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a multi-year automation roadmap for manufacturing growth.
• Lead the transition from manual to automated processes (manual → semi auto → full auto).
• Identify ROI-driven automation opportunities to improve labor efficiency, cycle time, throughput and quality.
• Design, develop and deploy automated assembly lines for high-volume manufacturing; lead integration efforts.

Skills

Automation strategy

Robotics

PLC/SCADA

Manufacturing engineering

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Robotics systems

PLCs

HMI/SCADA

Vision systems

Job description

Jabil is expanding! We are looking for a regional Automation Lead – Manufacturing Assembly & Test Process (US Region) to support new and existing sites throughout the US. This role will sit at our Salisbury, NC site and travel up to 50% domestically. Relocation Assistance and Signing Bonus Available!

How will you make an impact?

As the Automation Lead – Manufacturing Assembly & Test Process, you will lead the strategy, design, and deployment of advanced automation systems that improve quality, safety, and operational efficiency.

This role will drive the company’s automation roadmap by developing and implementing a manual → semi auto → full auto strategy – Assembly & Test across manufacturing operations. You will lead initiatives focused on ROI driven automation, helping the organization scale production through smarter assembly systems, automated testing, robotics, and integrated manufacturing technologies.

You will work cross-functionally with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Quality, Controls Engineering, and external automation integrators to build highly efficient and flexible manufacturing solutions.

What will you do?

• Develop and execute a multi-year automation roadmap aligned with manufacturing growth and operational objectives.
• Lead the transition from manual processes to scalable automation using a manual → semi auto → full auto strategy – Assembly & Test approach.
• Identify and prioritize ROI driven automation opportunities focused on labor efficiency, cycle time reduction, throughput improvement, and quality enhancement.
• Design, develop, and implement automated assembly lines for high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Lead automation initiatives involving:
  • Screw driving / torque automation
  • Robotic handling
  • Tray & pallet automation
  • Vision guided assembly
  • Line balancing with automation
  • Changeover friendly tooling
• Develop and deploy automated test stations / FPY Improvement solutions to improve quality, traceability, and manufacturing reliability.
• Partner with Quality and Manufacturing teams to improve First Pass Yield (FPY), reduce defects, and improve process capability.
• Support Controls, Software & Data Integration initiatives across automation platforms, PLCs, HMIs, robotics, MES systems, and production databases.
• Collaborate with controls engineers, software teams, and external integrators during equipment specification, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and launch activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing and automation best practices.
• Provide technical leadership, project management, vendor coordination, and automation standards development across manufacturing operations.

How will you get here?

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or related technical discipline preferred.

Experience:

• 7+ years of experience in manufacturing automation, assembly automation, or automated test engineering environments.
• Proven experience implementing automated assembly lines in high-volume manufacturing operations.
• Experience with robotics, PLCs, automated inspection systems, and industrial automation controls.
• Hands-on experience with:
  • Screw driving / torque automation
  • Robotic handling
  • Tray & pallet automation
  • Vision guided assembly
  • Automated test systems
• Demonstrated success leading ROI driven automation projects with measurable operational impact.
• Experience supporting manufacturing transformation initiatives involving manual → semi auto → full auto strategy – Assembly & Test implementations.
• Experience working with automation integrators, OEM equipment suppliers, and cross-functional engineering teams.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Strong understanding of manufacturing process automation and assembly system design.
• Knowledge of PLCs, robotics, servo systems, industrial networking, HMI/SCADA platforms, and MES integration.
• Experience with Controls, Software & Data Integration across manufacturing systems.
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple automation projects in fast-paced manufacturing environments.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and line balancing methodologies preferred.