Sr. Principal Technical Program Manager, Hyperscale

Jabil Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 164,000 - 296,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Jabil Inc. in Austin, Texas, seeks a Sr. Principal Technical Program Manager to lead architecture, integration, and delivery of air and liquid‑cooled server rack solutions for hyperscale data centers.

You will coordinate mechanical, thermal, electrical, networking, and supply chain teams to meet customer requirements and schedules. The role requires 10+ years in mechanical systems integration, 6+ years in program management, and experience with data-center rack hardware for large deployments.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in mechanical systems integration.
• 6+ years of project/program management experience.
• 3+ years focused on data center rack hardware projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, multi-disciplinary hardware programs coordinating mechanical, thermal, electrical, networking, supply chain, and manufacturing teams.
• Provide regular updates to leadership and stakeholders on status, risks, and dependencies.
• Coordinate RFPs, NPIs, and packaging of deliverables; ensure regulatory and compliance alignment.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Agile methodologies

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Systems Engineering

Master’s Degree (preferred)

PMP Certification (preferred)

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.How will you make an impact?We are seeking a highly skilled, technically proficient and detail-oriented Sr. Principal Technical Program Manager within the Intelligent Infrastructure Segment to lead the architecture, integration, and delivery of advanced air and liquid‑cooled server rack solutions for large-scale deployments.This role is critical in translating hyperscale data center requirements into robust, scalable, and manufacturable systems for next-gen AI/ML (GPU/CPU), cloud infrastructure, and network deployments. This person will oversee end‑to‑end rack development – from scoping and initial architecture review of customer requirements, through validation and deployment.This person will also drive cross‑functional collaboration, technical innovation, and continuous improvement across multiple datacenter programs.What will you do?Lead complex, multi‑disciplinary hardware programs – coordinating mechanical, thermal, electrical, networking, supply chain, and manufacturing teams – while aligning requirements, driving schedules, and ensuring successful delivery of integrated rack, network, and cooling solutionsProvides regular updates to senior leadership, external partners, and internal teams on the status of infrastructure programs, including risks, blockers, and dependenciesDisplays in depth knowledge of datacenter environment – rack integration/delivery, custom rack/manifold/liquid cooling product development, and related systemsCoordinate multiple projects and reconcile interdependencies among themDrive decisions with appropriate stakeholders, eliminating roadblocks to resolve customer issuesAdept at managing programs across cross functional teams, building processes and coordinating schedulesCollaborate with factory-based PMs to provide support from RFP through NPI completion of FWTManage RFP timelines, milestones, meetings, document repository, RFIs / ECNs and team up in packaging all RFP deliverablesParticipate in customer engagements and site visits to understand deployment constraints (white-glove services) and gather feedback for design improvements.Manage relationships with mechanical component vendors, including rack, PDUs, switches, cables, and packaging solutions.Collaborate with compliance, shock/vibe, and certification teams to ensure mechanical designs meet global regulatory requirements (e.g., UL, CE, ISTA, ASTM).May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.How will you get here?Education:Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field is requiredExperience:Minimum of 10+ years’ experience in mechanical systems integration. This could include high-density server / rack design and integration, including end-to-end delivery for large-scale deployments worldwide6+ years of project management experience, involving scope determination, scheduling, budgeting, quality, risk and critical path management, cross-functional collaboration, and leading presentations with customers and stakeholders.3+ years focused on data center related projects, with preference on rack hardware for hyperscale customersExcellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills – a mustStrong understanding of mechanical systems, integration strategies, and program managementKnowledge, Skills, Abilities:Proven track record of taking ownership and delivering results in a fast-paced, ambiguous, and dynamic environmentProficiency in Agile, Scrum, and/or Waterfall methodologiesExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsCreative, self-motivated, accountable, and team-orientedAble to work independently with minimal oversightSkilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedural guidesEffective at presenting information and responding to management, clients, and public queriesCapable of influencing others and sharing best practicesCapable of assessing projects, articulating risks, and developing project milestonesFamiliar with stage-gate processes in project lifecycle management (PLCM)Able to coach and mentor less experienced engineersAbility to travel both domestically and internationally up to 25%Preferred Qualifications:Master’s DegreePMP CertificationHands-on experience with prototype fabrication and testing; experience working with global suppliers and contract manufacturers (CM) a plus.What Can Jabil Offer You?Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options401K MatchEmployee Stock Purchase PlanPaid Time OffTuition ReimbursementLife, AD&D, and Disability InsuranceCommuter BenefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramPet InsuranceAdoption AssistanceAnnual Merit IncreasesCommunity Volunteer OpportunitiesThe pay range for this role is $164,200 - $295,600. 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. The anticipated close date of this job requisition is: November 01, 2026.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 2027, 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. 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