What is an Engineering Manager at Jabil?
An Engineering Manager at Jabil is a pivotal leader who bridges the gap between complex engineering design, advanced manufacturing technology, and global supply chain operations. Jabil is one of the world's largest and most diversified manufacturing services providers, delivering end-to-end design, production, and management solutions across industries like automotive, healthcare, defense, enterprise storage, and consumer electronics. In this role, you are not just managing a team of technical experts; you are orchestrating the delivery of physical products that impact millions of lives worldwide.
Your primary focus is to lead cross-functional teams of manufacturing, test, quality, and design engineers to optimize production lines, execute successful New Product Introductions (NPI), and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Whether based in a major manufacturing hub like Mebane, NC, Memphis, TN, or a corporate headquarters like Saint Petersburg, FL, you will act as the technical anchor for major client relationships. You will translate complex customer requirements into scalable, cost-effective factory-floor realities.
The complexity of this role lies in balancing technical rigor with strategic business acumen. You will navigate high-volume production environments where minor inefficiencies can lead to massive financial impacts. To succeed, you must foster a culture of innovation, lean manufacturing, and operational excellence, ensuring your engineering team is highly engaged, technically capable, and aligned with Jabil's rapid-growth objectives.



