Lead Automation Technician

About the role

Jabil is seeking a Lead Automation Technician to support design engineers on mechanical, electrical, electronics, and software automation projects. The role involves leading junior technicians, drafting design drawings, and providing end‑user training for automation technologies.

Key responsibilities

• Support design of automation equipment across mechanical, electronics, electrical, and software application domains.
• Collaborate with internal or external assemblers to assemble designed equipment.
• Assist design engineers in drafting drawings and preparing user manuals.
• Conduct equipment installation and deliver end‑user training.
• Log all engineering time in the project tracking system.

Required profile

• Advanced knowledge of mechanical, electronics, electrical, or software application engineering.
• Experience in EMS industries and automation equipment assembly/installation.
• Ability to lead entry‑level and journeyman technicians.
• Two‑year technical degree in Mechanical or Electronics/Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 7‑8 years of progressive experience in automation equipment assembly and installation.

Required skills

• Mechanical engineering principles
• Electronics and electrical engineering concepts
• Software application integration for automation
• Automation equipment assembly and installation
• Technical drafting and documentation