Industrial Engineer III

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 Industrial Engineer III is responsible for strategically planning, designing, and managing integrated production and service delivery systems within the site. This advanced-level role focuses on complex challenges in SMT, Electro-mechanical Assembly (HLA), and Facility Planning. The primary objective is to drive profitability, quality, and continuous improvement through the application of advanced LEAN principles, Work Measurement, and cost control methods, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and schedule adherence across all manufacturing processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 

Advanced Process Optimization and LEAN Leadership

• Lead Improvement Projects: Function as the project leader for complex initiatives designed to eliminate waste and optimize operational efficiency through the standard Industrial Engineering process. This includes leading advanced studies such as Complex Process Simulation, Operations Research, and Business Model Cost Analysis.
• LEAN Process Foundation: Provide expert support to the Lean organization by developing a solid process foundation, ensuring data integrity, and driving process improvement throughout the Workcells.
• Cycle Time and Takt Time Ownership: Own the validation and maintenance of accurate Time Standards, including precise cycle time and Takt Time calculations, to ensure capacity modeling and scheduling accuracy.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement across processes, systems, and product assembly, ensuring all procedures and work instructions are efficient and non-redundant.
   

 SMT, HLA, and Facility Planning Expertise

• Manufacturing Design: Own the technical design and optimization of human interfaces for both Surface Mount Technology (SMT) lines and High-Level Assembly (HLA) / Box Build areas.
• Facility and Layout Planning: Execute and manage the advanced layout planning for Workcells and plant floor areas to maximize flow, density, and utilization.
• Material Flow Systems: Design and optimize comprehensive material handling systems, including raw material delivery, storage, line feed systems, product flow, and online material handling.
• WIP and Ergonomics: Develop and implement strategies for WIP (Work In Process) management, sizing, buffer storage systems, and advanced ergonomic workstation design.
• NPI and Quotes: Drive process-related activities for New Product Introduction (NPI) and accurately prepare quotes and cost analysis for Box Build products and proposed projects.
• Quality and Yield: Own and drive key yield improvement programs in designated areas or for assigned customers.

System Management and Team Development

• System Standardization: Drive the standardization of SAP and Manufacturing Execution System (MES) configurations to ensure process compliance and data integrity across the site. Provide system support (e.g., SAP, MES, IEDB).
• Mentoring and Standardization: Coach, mentor, and train other engineers, technicians, and operators. Ensure the standardization of all Jabil processes throughout the site in accordance with global, regional, and site directives.
• Metrics and Reporting: Own the update and reporting of key Industrial Engineering metrics and drive essential process mapping activities for the assigned customer or area.
• Collaboration: Continuously collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Quality, Purchasing, IT, Technicians, and Operators, to execute site strategy.
   

Required Qualifications and Knowledge
 

Education and Experience
Experience: Minimum five (5) to eight (8) years of experience in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field is required.

Knowledge Requirements

• Advanced IE Tools: Expert understanding and practical application of a broad range of industrial engineering tools, including Work Measurement, Simulation, Process Mapping, Operations Research, and Facilities/Workstation Design.
• EMS Specialty: Demonstrated exper