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Automation Design Engineer/1st Shift (Project Management)



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 Family:    General Operations Services

Job Profile Title:      Automation Design Engineer/ P02  

Location/Division Specific Information – SLC/Grantsville, UT

How Will You Make an Impact?

As an Automation Design Engineer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and continuous improvement of our existing automation lines. Your work will directly contribute to maintaining high manufacturing performance, minimizing downtime, and supporting the long-term sustainability of our automation systems. By analyzing recurring issues, driving corrective actions, and implementing innovative design solutions, you will help our operations run at peak performance.

What Will You Do?

  • Sustain and improve current automation lines to ensure consistent performance and minimal downtime.

  • Analyze equipment issues and implement long-term corrective design solutions.

  • Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to diagnose problems and provide engineering support.

  • Drive root cause analysis for automation failures and develop preventive solutions.

  • Update or redesign mechanical, electrical, or software components of existing systems when needed.

  • Develop and maintain documentation such as schematics, design files, and operating procedures.

  • Ensure all automation systems comply with safety and industry standards.

  • Propose and implement minor upgrades or retrofits for improved efficiency or quality.

                      

How will you get here? - 

Education:  

  • BS degree in B.Sc. in Mechanical or Electronics/Electrical Engineering is required 

Experience:  

  • Minimum 2-5 years of working experiences in automation equipment design and installation is required 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Strong understanding of automation systems including PLCs, sensors, actuators, and industrial robots.

  • Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for mechanical/electrical design updates.

  • Ability to troubleshoot and analyze complex automation issues.

  • Experience with industrial control systems and programming (Allen-Bradley, etc.) is a plus.

  • Solid knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.

  • Effective communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

  • Strong project management and organizational skills.

  • Detail-oriented with a proactive and problem-solving mindset

  • Able to work 1st Shift hours of: 7am MDT - 3:30 pm MDT

Preferred Qualifications:  

  • 3+ experience working in automation equipment design and installation

 

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