Principal Automation Engineer (Rack)

Jabil; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jabil in Florence, KY is seeking a Principal Automation Engineer (Rack) to lead vision and inspection automation initiatives within our high-volume manufacturing sites. You will plan, scope, and deploy projects, partnering with sites and vendors to deliver scalable automation solutions.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in manufacturing automation, a bachelor’s in engineering, and a proven track record delivering large-scale automation in contract manufacturing environments.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge of manufacturing automation systems.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and automation project lifecycles.
• Ability to lead cross-functional automation initiatives with internal teams and third-party suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead vision and inspection automation projects in high-volume manufacturing.
• Plan, scope and oversee automation implementations; act as liaison between sites and vendors.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration, vendor management, and project execution to deliver scalable solutions.

Skills

Automation systems

Cross-functional collaboration

Project planning

Vendor management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

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.Job SummaryThe Principal Automation Engineer (Rack) is responsible for supporting production/manufacturing automation, with an emphasis on vision and inspection systems. The individual will be responsible for identifying, planning, and overseeing vision system and inspection automation projects within Jabil's manufacturing operations, acting as the liaison between the sites and automation vendors to ensure projects are successfully scoped, deployed, and implemented.The ideal candidate will come from a contract manufacturing environment (EMS or similar) and have demonstrated success leading automation initiatives supporting high-volume manufacturing operations. This individual should possess a strong blend of technical expertise, project leadership, and cross-functional collaboration, with the ability to partner effectively with manufacturing sites, automation vendors, and internal stakeholders to successfully deploy automation solutions.Knowledge & SkillsExpert knowledge of manufacturing automation systems and industrial automation technologies.Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and automation project lifecycles.Ability to lead cross-functional automation initiatives while coordinating with internal teams and third-party suppliers.Excellent project planning, execution, vendor management, and stakeholder communication skills.Strong technical aptitude with the ability to evaluate automation opportunities and develop practical, scalable solutions.Education & ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.8+ years of experience in manufacturing automation, capital equipment deployment, or advanced manufacturing.Experience leading large-scale automation projects within a contract manufacturing environment.Demonstrated success developing business cases, defining technical and financial requirements, managing vendors, and overseeing automation project execution.Experience supporting maintenance automation or manufacturing process automation is preferred.Experience with vision and/or inspection manufacturing or automation involving large products/assemblies is a plus.Previous leadership or mentoring experience is desirable.BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Accessibility AccommodationIf you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to [e-mail] or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.#whereyoubelong#AWorldofPossibilities