Manufacturing Engineer II

Jabil•Memphis, TN

19h

About The Position

At Jabil, the Manufacturing Engineer II turns engineering concepts into practical improvements on the manufacturing floor. The role improves line balance and operator ergonomics, solves process challenges, and leads Lean initiatives to support safe, efficient, and effective manufacturing. It works hands-on with manufacturing teams to improve products and processes. The engineer develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing processes; supports new and existing products; and uses manufacturing data, process documentation, CAD software, and applicable business systems to improve safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and cost. The position collaborates with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, production personnel, and other stakeholders to resolve production challenges and implement sustainable improvements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline, with at least 2 years of relevant manufacturing engineering experience; OR a master’s degree in one of these disciplines or a closely related engineering discipline.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing engineering principles and production processes.
Knowledge and practical application of Standard Work, time studies, capacity analysis, and line balancing.
Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing methodologies and continuous-improvement principles.
Experience participating in or leading Lean continuous-improvement projects.
Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.
Knowledge of PFMEA and DFMEA methodologies.
Experience using 2D and 3D CAD software.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate manufacturing data into actionable process improvements.
Ability to develop and maintain SOPs, Standard Work Instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
Strong computer skills and ability to learn and use Jabil software applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate across functional areas.
Detail-oriented and solutions-focused, with a commitment to safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting manufacturing process development, optimization, Standard Work, Lean initiatives, or continuous-improvement projects.
Knowledge of process flow diagrams and process design.
Knowledge of assembly operator ergonomics and workstation optimization.
Knowledge of DFA, DFM, and BOM management.
Knowledge or experience working with electrical devices or electronics.
Previous experience using SAP ERP or a similar enterprise resource planning system.
Experience with CAD software and manufacturing or engineering systems such as SAP ERP.

Responsibilities

Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes to support safety, quality, productivity, and cost objectives.
Conduct time studies, capacity analyses, and line-balancing activities to improve efficiency and labor utilization.
Develop and maintain Standard Work, SOPs, Work Instructions, process flow diagrams, and other manufacturing documentation.
Evaluate production methods and recommend improvements to tooling, equipment, workflow, layout, and operator processes.
Support development and implementation of manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
Use 2D and 3D CAD software for manufacturing layouts, tooling concepts, fixtures, and process improvements.
Support Bills of Material, manufacturing documentation, and product configuration activities.
Apply Lean manufacturing methods to identify and eliminate waste and participate in or lead continuous-improvement initiatives.
Analyze manufacturing performance to identify opportunities involving process flow, cycle time, labor efficiency, and operational effectiveness.
Collaborate with production teams to identify process constraints and implement sustainable improvements.
Lead or participate in structured problem-solving and root-cause analysis for manufacturing and quality concerns.
Partner with Quality and Manufacturing teams to investigate process issues, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions.
Support PFMEA and DFMEA activities to identify risks and establish controls.
Analyze manufacturing data and process performance to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
Support corrective and preventive actions and verify that manufacturing improvements are implemented and sustained.
Support DFA and DFM activities to improve manufacturability and assembly efficiency.
Evaluate assembly operations and recommend ergonomic improvements for employee safety and manufacturing efficiency.
Support the design, evaluation, and implementation of production tooling, fixtures, equipment, and workstations.
Collaborate with Engineering and Operations so manufacturing requirements are considered during product and process development.
Support manufacturing activities involving electrical devices, electronics, mechanical assemblies, and related products as applicable.
Maintain accurate engineering and manufacturing information in applicable business systems, including SAP ERP or similar systems.
Use Jabil software systems and tools to analyze information and support manufacturing operations.
Provide technical support to production personnel and troubleshoot manufacturing and process-related issues.
Communicate engineering changes, process requirements, and improvement activities to affected stakeholders.
Work with operators and manufacturing leadership to ensure improvements are practical, effective, and sustainable.

Benefits

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