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Job Description
Jabil Principal Automation Engineer (SMT) 3 weeks ago • Auburn Hills, MI Apply on company site About Us Made Possible. Made Better.
Size:
10000+ employees
Industry:
Engineering, Manufacturing, Technology View Company Profile 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 SUMMARY
The Principal Automation Engineer (SMT) 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 & Skills Expert 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. Want more jobs like this? Get Software Engineering jobs in Auburn Hills, MI delivered to your inbox every week. Email Address • Send me The Muse newsletters for the best in career advice and job search tips. Get jobs! By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy . Education & Experience Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline. 8+ years of experience in manufacturing automation, capital equipment deployment, or advanced manufacturing. Experience with PCBA and Higher Level assemblies involving PCBAs is highly desired 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 Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Auburn Hills, MI Job ID:
Jabil-J2451515
Employment Type:
FULL_
TIME Posted:
2026-05-28T19:25:45 Apply on company site Perks and Benefits Health and Wellness Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance FSA HSA On-Site Gym Health Reimbursement Account Life Insurance Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability HSA With Employer Contribution Pet Insurance Mental Health Benefits Virtual Fitness Classes Parental Benefits Adoption Assistance Program Family Support Resources Work Flexibility Office Life and Perks Casual Dress Commuter Benefits Program Happy Hours On-Site Cafeteria Holiday Events Vacation and Time Off Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Volunteer Time Off Financial and Retirement 401(K) With Company Matching Stock Purchase Program Performance Bonus Relocation Assistance Financial Counseling Profit Sharing Professional Development Tuition Reimbursement Promote From Within Mentor Program Shadowing Opportunities Access to Online Courses Internship Program Work Visa Sponsorship Leadership Training Program Diversity and Inclusion
