Regional Lead Vision Automation Engineer

Jabil; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 103,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in engineering and manufacturing is seeking a Lead Vision Automation Engineer to spearhead vision systems in the US and Canada. You'll manage project delivery, coach site teams, and implement automation strategies, ensuring reliability and efficiency across facilities.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in automation equipment design.
• Experience in planned projects managing timeline and budget.
• Solid background in teaching and setup of vision systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of vision strategies across US and Canada.
• Manage projects using Project Management tools.
• Train site engineers on vision implementation.

Skills

Vision equipment knowledge

Software engineering for vision equipment

Automation equipment design

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

BS in Mechanical Engineering

BS in Computer Science

Tools

Keyence

Cognex Cameras

Matrox

Job description

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. With over 50 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 Summary

The Lead Vision Automation Engineer is responsible for planning, designing, implementing, and managing vision systems across the US and Canada region that assure performance, reliability, maintainability, schedule adherence and cost control within the production sites.

Lead and coordinate vision automation processes across the region including automation engineering strategies across our manufacturing sites. Ensure projects meet specifications, are delivered on time, and within budget. Supports site engineers and vendors in designing and implementing vision automated processes.

LOCATION

• Location will be on-site at any U.S. Jabil manufacturing facility. This is not a remote role.

• Travel will be up to 50% to other U.S. manufacturing sites, depending on business and project needs, as applicable.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the regional vision automation strategies across the US and Canada sites. These strategies include vision equipment, MES / data connectivity, maintenance, vendor management, and training

• Lead the deployment of Jabil’s standard internal visions systems across the region. Coach and mentor the site engineers to drive their own vision implementation projects.

• Determine and implement 3rd party solutions where additional capabilities are required beyond Jabil’s standard internal vision systems

• Establish and clearly communicate all global and regional vision automation strategies to the site engineers (including safety and ergonomics)

• Coach, mentor and train site Automation and Manufacturing Engineers on design and implementation of vision system

• Support recruiting and retention of Automation talent within the sites

• Report and drive improvements across the sites through the monitoring of the key manufacturing metrics

• Oversee internal/external manufacturers to ensure parts meet design specifications

• Generate design drawings, installation manuals, and user manuals as required

• Manage all projects and initiatives using Project Management tools and principles and ensure projects meet delivery timelines and budgets

• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Job Qualifications

Knowledge Requirements:

• Advanced knowledge in vision equipment, camera systems, and software engineering for vision equipment deployment.

• Advanced knowledge of automation equipment assembly and installation.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Experience with manufacturing of one or more of the following product types strongly preferred: large Form-Factor products such as energy storage systems, batteries, servers / cloud network systems, switch gear with liquid cooling, or other data/dev center infrastructure

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science,or equivalent experience

• Project management experience is essential - directing, leading, planning and managing projects

• Experience with Keyence, Matrox, and/or Cognex Cameras

• Experience with teaching / set up of vision hardware set up, lighting techniques, camera hardware selection

• Experience with the design, build and start-up of manufacturing systems.

• Experience with design, set up, and debug of automation systems.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in automation equipment design and installation.

• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience.

The pay range for this role is $103,000 - $185,400. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity. As part of the total rewards package, this position is eligible for a short-term incentive based on performance. In addition, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth, and resilient self. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during your first year of employment; 4 weeks of paid parental leave; in 2025, 11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays), subject to change yearly; 401(k) retirement plan; and employee stock purchase plan.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.

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