Automation & Controls Engineer

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.

 

Jabil is seeking an experienced Automation & Controls Engineer to work in Auburn Hills, MI.

How will you make an impact? As the Automation & Controls Engineer you will perform complex activities to support assembly manufacturing through the establishment, implementation, and maintenance of manufacturing processes and supporting documentation. You will also lead resolution of manufacturing issues between customers and suppliers.

What will you do?

• Support overall automated manufacturing process development including PLC Ladder Logic programming and debug; Manufacturing line mechanical repair and improvements; Equipment identification and selection; and Sensor technology and machine vision programming

• Support line balancing activities, including structuring of internal bill of materials in alignment with manufacturing processes

• Implement changes to continuously improve quality and process efficiencies

• Lead team members in creation and maintenance of documentation required to support the production process including Process flow diagrams; Procedures, work instructions, and visual aids; Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis (PFMEA)

• Author and execute equipment qualifications (IQ, OQ)

• Create programs for various manufacturing equipment such as PLC, Robotic and specific assembly equipment operating systems

• Review and analyze key metrics

• Provide training and coaching to facilitate integration of newly hired Process Engineers or Process Engineer Technicians

• Conduct thorough root cause analysis and drives corrective action, including verification, in response to product quality problems or process failures

• Coordinate with customers, suppliers and internal staff to resolve manufacturing-related issues

• Prepare manufacturing quotes and new product quoting by reviewing customer-supplied data creating assumptions related to establishing a production process and estimating product run rates

• Complete Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and or Design For Assembly (DFA) activities

• Assess actual performance to quoted rates and take action to minimize gaps

• Provide on-call support to resolve engineering related issues arising beyond normal business hours

• Other duties as they may be assigned.

How will you get here? 

Education: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or Electrical Engineering

Experience: 

• At least 4 years of related work experience working in an Automation Manufacturing Engineering environment with OR combination of education and work experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: 

• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma tools for problem solving, including statistical methods, PFMEA, root cause analysis and their application to a manufacturing process

• Knowledge of surface mount technology assembly processes, methods, and equipment and/or high-level assembly experience

• Knowledge of quoting / DFM processes, process design, tooling design, or equipment programming

• Knowledge in ISO 9001 and/or ISO 13485 standards

• Strong analytical, interpretive, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization

Benefits you will receive while working with Jabil:

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 options

• 401K match

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance

• Commuter Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Pet Insurance

• Adoption Assistance

• Annual Merit Increases

• Community Volunteer Opportunities