Engineering Technician
Jabil · Richardson, TX
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 60+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Jabil (industrial) in Richardson, TX. By serving as the first point of escalation for equipment issues, you will help maximize uptime, improve yields, support new product introductions, and ensure safe, compliant manufacturing operations.
- They ask for
- 60+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Root cause
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How this role compares
Against 128 other live manufacturing postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (60+ vs 5+)
Typical $79k–$126k, from 30 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Tooling 58%
- ✓ Root cause 57%
- ✓ Lean 41%
- ✓ New product launch 36%
- Automation 36%
- ✓ Six Sigma 29%
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How to get in at this plant
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Pick 2–3 people on the Manufacturing team at Jabil
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Send a short, curious note
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- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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This plant: Jabil in Richardson
2 other open roles at this site.
- Quality Engineer · Quality
- Test Engineering Technician · Manufacturing
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requirements
- ✓Measure departmental performance and lead continuous improvement initiatives
- ✓Perform additional duties and
responsibilities
as assigned
How will you get here?
Education
- ✓High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Experience
- ✓5+ years’ experience supporting manufacturing equipment in a production environment.
- ✓Experience performing preventive and corrective maintenance on PCBA production equipment
- ✓Experience troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and/or automated manufacturing equipment
- ✓Experience training and supporting technical personnel preferred
- ✓Experience supporting NPI activities and continuous improvement initiatives preferred
requirements
and compliance standards
Preferred Qualifications
- ✓Technical degree or certification in Electronics, Mechanical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, Mechatronics, or a related field
- ✓Experience in a high-volume electronics manufacturing environment
- ✓Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement experience
- ✓Leadership or mentoring experience within a maintenance or manufacturing organization
What Can Jabil Offer You?
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- ✓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
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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/Division Specific Information
- •Schedule: Monday - Friday
- •2nd Shift | 3:00PM - 11:00PM
- •Compensation: Hourly
- •Location: 2910 Telecom Parkway, Richardson, TX 75082
How will you make an impact?
You will play a critical role in maintaining manufacturing equipment reliability, supporting production efficiency, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. By serving as the first point of escalation for equipment issues, you will help maximize uptime, improve yields, support new product introductions, and ensure safe, compliant manufacturing operations. This role provides technical leadership and equipment support to manufacturing workcells, ensuring optimal equipment performance, minimal downtime, and continuous process improvement.
What will you do?
- •Perform preventive maintenance on manufacturing equipment and complete all required maintenance records
- •Determine maintenance priorities based on production schedules and coordinate with department and line supervisors
- •Serve as the first point of contact within the equipment support escalation process
- •Provide frontline support between Machine Support and Manufacturing teams
- •Train and mentor Machine Support Technicians
- •Analyze recurring equipment issues and implement long-term corrective solutions
- •Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and prototype production runs
- •Provide technical leadership and escalation support to Machine Support Technicians
- •Drive improvements in manufacturing metrics, equipment efficiency, and product yields
- •Demonstrate strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment operations
- •Ensure 100% on-time completion of preventive maintenance activities
- •Maintain equipment downtime below established targets
- •Promote and maintain compliance with all Health & Safety
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- •Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- •Ability to identify root causes, collect data, analyze information, and implement effective solutions
- •Ability to prioritize work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- •Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with technicians, supervisors, and management
- •Proficiency using Windows-based computer systems and maintenance-related software applications
- •Advanced PC skills, including familiarity with Jabil software systems
- •Ability to read, understand, and interpret technical documents, visual aids, and work instructions
- •Basic mathematical skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, ratios, and graph interpretation
- •Knowledge of manufacturing processes like dispensing, router de-paneling, equipment maintenance practices, and continuous improvement methodologies
- •Understanding of workplace safety