Lead Engineer Reliability/Structural

Jabil; Spicewood (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil in Austin, TX seeks a Lead Engineer, Reliability/Structural to lead validation activities for server, storage, networking, AI infrastructure, and rack-level platforms. You will independently drive hardware design validation, coordinate internal and external labs, and interface with customers.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and 6+ years in validation or reliability engineering, with strong root-cause analysis and knowledge of IEC, MIL-STD, NEBS, ISTA, and ASTM

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
• 6+ years of validation or reliability engineering experience.
• Experience with server, storage, networking, AI infrastructure, or rack-level systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead validation execution for server, storage, networking, and rack-level systems.
• Coordinate external labs and communicate validation findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Reliability engineering

Validation leadership

Root cause analysis

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

8D problem solving

FMEA

Fishbone analysis

Job description

Company Description Jabil (NYSE: JBL) is a global provider of engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions for many of the world’s leading brands. With 60 years of cross-industry experience and more than 100 sites worldwide, Jabil offers both scalable and highly customized services that combine global reach with local expertise. The company focuses on innovation, operational excellence, and collaboration to help customers bring products to market efficiently and reliably. Jabil is committed to sustainable practices that reduce environmental impact while supporting vibrant, diverse communities across the globe.

Role Description The Lead Engineer, Reliability/Structural leads classical test and hardware design debug activities Austin, supporting Server, Storage, Networking, AI Infrastructure, and Rack-level platforms. The role is responsible for independently leading validation activities, interfacing with customers, and building local validation capabilities while collaborating with global teams.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
• 6+ years of experience in validation or reliability engineering.
• Experience with server, storage, networking, AI infrastructure, or rack-level systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of environmental, structural, and reliability validation methods.
• Working knowledge of root cause analysis tools including 8D, FMEA, and Fishbone analysis.
• Familiarity with applicable validation standards such as IEC, MIL-STD, NEBS, ISTA, and ASTM.
• Ability to lead validation execution, coordinate external labs, and manage technical risks with limited oversight.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate validation findings into clear stakeholder messaging.