IC Lead Engineer Automation Engineering

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.

Location: Hungary (Remote)
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, standard business hours
Travel Requirements: Occasional travel across the region and Jabil sites as required

At Jabil, we are driven by innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering world‑class manufacturing solutions. As a global leader in engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions, we empower our teams to solve complex challenges and make a meaningful impact across industries.

As an IC Lead Automation Engineer, you will lead the full lifecycle of Inventory Control automation projects while developing and deploying automated material flow solutions, including AMRs, AGVs, AGFs, and other smart intralogistics technologies that enhance operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, and workplace safety.

• Lead the design, development, implementation, validation, and continuous improvement of automation systems that enhance Inventory Control processes and optimize material handling and material flow across manufacturing and warehouse operations including AMRs, AGVs, AGFs, and other autonomous material movement technologies.
• Drive automation projects from concept through deployment, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and aligned with business objectives.
• Develop advanced automation solutions utilizing PLCs, robotics, SCADA systems, HMIs, motion control systems, and machine vision technologies, Autonomous Mobile Robots.
• Collaborate closely with Inventory Control,Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Quality, R&D, and Operations teams to define requirements and implement effective solutions.
• Integrate automation systems with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), ERP SAP platforms, and other factory systems.
• Conduct technical risk assessments and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead troubleshooting activities, root cause investigations, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Provide technical leadership, coaching, and mentorship to automation engineering team members.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, system architecture, validation protocols, operating procedures, and training materials.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and industry best practices to support continuous innovation and operational excellence.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in Automation Engineering, including at least 3 years in a senior or lead engineering capacity.
• Experience with in semiconductor, electronics, integrated circuit, or highly automated manufacturing environments.
• Proven expertise with PLC platforms such as Siemens, Rockwell, Allen‑Bradley, or equivalent.
• Experience with SCADA, HMI, industrial robotics, machine vision, and process control systems.
• Strong programming skills in automation‑related languages such as Structured Text, Ladder Logic, Python, C++, or similar.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols including…