What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Engineer position at Jabil?
Job Summary
As a Product Engineer, you will be instrumental in the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes for a diverse range of products. You will bridge the gap between design and production, ensuring manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and high-quality output.
Job Responsibilities
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
As a Product Engineer, you will be instrumental in the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes for a diverse range of products. You will bridge the gap between design and production, ensuring manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and high-quality output.
Job Responsibilities
- Collaborate with design teams to provide DFM (Design for Manufacturability) feedback and recommendations throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Develop, implement, and maintain detailed manufacturing process documentation, including work instructions, process flows, and control plans.
- Lead Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), and Product Change Requests (PCRs).
- Review work instructions, BOMs, routings, and manufacturing documentation for accuracy and compliance.
- Identify and resolve production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Optimize existing manufacturing processes for efficiency, yield improvement, and cost reduction through the application of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Evaluate and qualify new materials, components, and manufacturing equipment.
- Conduct process capability studies (CpK, PpK) and implement statistical process control (SPC) to ensure consistent product quality.
- Support new product introduction (NPI) activities, including pilot runs, process validation, and ramp-up.
- Work closely with quality assurance to define and implement inspection criteria and testing procedures.
- Participate in cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provide technical support and training to production operators and technicians.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 2-5 years of experience in a product engineering or manufacturing engineering role, preferably in an electronics manufacturing services (EMS) environment.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including SMT, assembly, testing, and packaging.
- Proficiency in CAD software, such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD, for reviewing and analyzing product designs.
- Experience with statistical analysis tools and methodologies, such as Minitab.
- Knowledge of quality management systems, such as ISO 9001.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with various product lifecycle management (PLM) systems is a plus.
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
- 401(k) 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