Principal Product Test Engineer – Advanced Compute Platforms

Jabil•Florence, KY

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

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. How will you make an impact? Jabil is seeking a Principal Product Test Engineer-Advanced Compute Platforms to contribute to the continued growth of the Intelligent Infrastructure division through innovative customer-focused product solutions. This role leads the technical direction of Advanced Compute Platform NPIs and manufacturing programs, balancing customer requirements, factory execution, and business objectives. The position also requires close collaboration with customers, strategic suppliers, and cross-functional internal teams, including engineering, program management, manufacturing, test, and quality to ensure products meet Jabil’s performance, quality, and reliability standards.

Requirements

Experience across server, storage, networking, and GPU‑ and PCIe‑based accelerator architectures.
Proficiency in programming and scripting languages, including Python BASH C/C++ experience preferred
Systems management experience with server platforms, including embedded remote management standards, interfaces, and applications.
Broad technical expertise spanning product engineering, manufacturing processes, and advanced compute platforms.
Ability to apply combined software and hardware expertise to drive root cause analysis and deliver optimized solutions.
Advanced proficiency with Linux operating systems, related applications, and script development.
Strong execution and decision‑making capabilities, applying sound engineering judgment to align programs with customer and business objectives.
Demonstrated success leading New Product Introduction (NPI) and manufacturing programs from concept through production release.
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with customers, suppliers, and cross‑functional teams to achieve shared outcomes.
Commitment to delivering products that meet stringent performance, quality, and reliability standards in world‑class manufacturing environments.
Working knowledge of operating systems, drivers, firmware, and hardware architectures, including device interactions.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
5-8 years’ experience in software manufacturing test development/sustaining with enterprise server, storage, or networking products.
Experience working in a multi-site and multi-cultural environments.
Proven ability to work within a fast-paced and highly ambiguous business environment.
Domestic and/or international travel, up to 10%, may be required.

Responsibilities

Technical Leadership Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a collaborative environment that promotes innovation and effective problem solving.
Customer Engagement Engage with customers to understand requirements, challenges, and expectations. Maintain comprehensive manufacturing documentation for server (L10) and rack (L11) test procedures, specifications, and infrastructure.
Collaboration Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware, manufacturing, and quality engineering, to ensure alignment on testing requirements and quality standards.
Continuous Learning Stay current with emerging test technologies, methodologies, and industry best practices to maintain competitive and efficient manufacturing operations. Define and collaborate on overall test infrastructure and application architectures to support scalable and robust manufacturing solutions.
Functional Responsibilities Lead customer and Jabil operations teams in resolving complex product, process, and material issues using structured analytical approaches. Collaborate with site operations and test leadership to execute root cause investigations and drive measurable improvements in FPY, test throughput, and repair yield. Serve as the primary technical interface for customer product introductions and manufacturing performance across server and storage platforms. Develop and maintain technical knowledge bases, mentor test and debug leads, and incorporate feedback to support daily operational excellence.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
401K 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