Automation Engineer

Jabil

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Tampa, Florida

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Automation Engineer I supports the design, analysis, and integration of robotics and automation equipment under close supervision. Key duties include developing preventive maintenance plans, documenting engineering changes, and ensuring equipment reliability.

Qualifications

You have a college/university degree in a related field and possess a foundational understanding of automation concepts and tools. You demonstrate attention to detail, can apply basic data analysis and measurement techniques, and can interpret technical drawings and standard operating instructions.

Must Have Skills for ATS

robotics

automation technologies

tooling

preventive maintenance

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.

Job Summary
Under close supervision, the Automation Engineer I supports the design, analysis, and integration of robotics, automation technologies, and related equipment and tooling. Assists with the development and testing of preventive maintenance plans, supports interim solutions for damaged or unsafe equipment, and documents engineering changes. Ensures equipment and tooling configurations follow standard operating procedures and contributes to basic equipment reliability improvements using established engineering tools and methods.

Responsibilities

  • Execute assigned tasks in design, analysis, modification, and integration under close supervision

  • Apply standard methods, drawings, and procedures to develop solutions

  • Prepare documentation, test records, and configuration updates

  • Support preventive maintenance planning and interim corrective action

  • Collect data, perform basic measurements, and contribute to validation activities

  • Adhere to safety, quality, and compliance standards

  • Participate in continuous learning and skill development

  • Collaborate within team processes and follow established workflows to ensure consistency and reliability in automation engineering tasks

Education & Experience

  • College/University degree in a related field required

  • Mandarin speaker highly preferred

Skills/ Ability Generic (High Level)

  • Demonstrate foundational understanding of automation concepts and tools

  • Apply attention to detail and disciplined execution

  • Communicate clearly in documentation and technical reviews

  • Use basic data analysis and measurement techniques

  • Follow safety, quality, and compliance procedures

  • Interpret technical drawings and standard operating instructions

  • Collaborate effectively and respond to feedback

  • Embrace learning mindset and standardized work practices to support operational excellence

As part of the total rewards package, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth, and resilient self. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; paid time off; paid parental leave; company-paid 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.

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Jabil

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 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.
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