Sr Manufacturing Engineer

Jabil•Salisbury, NC

About The Position

The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer at Jabil, Inc. will play a pivotal role in optimizing manufacturing processes, driving continuous improvement, and leading technical projects to ensure efficient production and high-quality output. This role supports a wide range of manufacturing technologies, including precision machining and thermal joining processes, and requires strong technical depth and leadership skills to guide and mentor a team of engineers.

Requirements

Proficiency in process development, optimization, and validation (FMEA, SPC, MSA).
Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles (certification preferred).
Hands-on experience with CNC machining processes, including programming fundamentals, tooling selection, fixturing, GD&T interpretation, and statistical process control.
Experience supporting or developing heat treating and brazing processes in a production environment.
Experience with manufacturing processes relevant to Jabil’s product lines, including assembly, machining, secondary processing, and automation.
Proficient in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and simulation tools.
Experience with ERP/MES systems.
Proven leadership and mentorship abilities with experience guiding and developing engineering teams.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in complex manufacturing environments.
Effective written and verbal communication skills; able to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
Demonstrated project management experience.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering (or related field).
7+ years of progressive manufacturing engineering experience, including exposure to machining and thermal joining or heat treatment processes, with at least 2 years in a senior or leadership role.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement robust manufacturing processes for new and existing products, focusing on lean manufacturing principles, automation, cost reduction, and scalability.
Develop and optimize CNC machining processes, including milling, turning, multi-axis machining, and fixturing strategies to improve throughput, yield, and part quality.
Define and support heat treating processes (e.g., hardening, tempering, stress relieving) to ensure material performance, dimensional stability, and specification compliance.
Support and improve brazing processes (torch, furnace, induction, vacuum, or controlled atmosphere), including joint design, material selection, and process controls.
Provide technical guidance and leadership to a team of manufacturing engineers, fostering professional development and ensuring execution aligns with company objectives.
Serve as a subject matter expert for machining, heat treatment, and brazing processes, supporting troubleshooting, process improvement, and training efforts.
Lead complex manufacturing engineering projects from conception through completion, including planning, resource allocation, budget management, and risk mitigation.
Support capital projects involving CNC equipment, furnaces, and brazing systems.
Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement, yield enhancement, defect reduction, and waste elimination using Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Lean methodologies.
Drive improvements in machining cycle times, heat treat consistency, and brazed joint quality through data-driven analysis.
Evaluate, select, and justify new CNC machines, tooling, fixtures, heat treat furnaces, and brazing equipment, ensuring compatibility with production needs and safety standards.
Collaborate with suppliers on tooling, cutting parameters, furnace profiles, and brazing consumables.
Develop and maintain comprehensive manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, control plans, PFMEAs, and setup sheets for machining and thermal processes.
Conduct root cause analysis for complex manufacturing issues related to machining defects, heat treat distortion, or brazing failures, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Work cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production teams to ensure seamless product introduction and efficient manufacturing operations, particularly for machined and joined components.
Ensure all manufacturing processes and equipment, including machining centers, furnaces, and brazing operations, adhere to internal safety policies and external regulatory and industry standards.