
Automation Engineer I
Jabil · Monument, CO
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Controls
- Base pay
- $59k–$94k
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 60+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 3 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level controls role at Jabil (industrial) in Monument, CO.
- They ask for
- 60+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Root cause, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), PLC, Robotics, Automation, CNC
- Base pay
- $59k–$94k
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How this role compares
Against 15 other live controls postings in Colorado.
- Base pay
- About 44% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- More than usual (60+ vs 6+)
Typical $111k–$160k, from 10 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 6+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Automation 81%
- ✓ PLC 75%
- ✓ Robotics 44%
- ✓ Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 31%
- ✓ Root cause 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for CNC, Machining, Tooling, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Controls team at Jabil
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
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- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
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- 5
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This plant: Jabil in Monument
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Full description from JabilAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Assists with automation projects and equipment improvements involving CNC equipment, robots, controls, and vision systems.
- ◆Works with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Tooling, and external suppliers to complete assigned project activities on schedule and within budget.
- ◆Reviews project requirements, equipment specifications, drawings, standards, and acceptance criteria with guidance from senior engineers.
- ◆Applies safety, ergonomics, reliability, maintainability, and design-for-manufacturability principles to assigned equipment and process improvements.
- ◆Supports coordination with internal resources, equipment suppliers, and integrators during equipment build, installation, testing, and startup.
- ◆Creates and maintains assigned project documentation, equipment drawings, bills of material, test records, and work instructions.
- ◆Assists with integrating CNC equipment, robots, PLCs, HMIs, sensors, safety systems, and vision systems into manufacturing processes.
- ◆Assists with equipment setup, controls integration, and troubleshooting during equipment build, installation, and startup.
- ◆Develops or updates equipment layouts, component drawings, and equipment modifications using CREO.
- ◆Assists with robotic applications, including end-of-arm tooling, robot programming, payload setup, I/O handshaking, safety functions, and recovery procedures.
- ◆Assists with developing, modifying, testing, and troubleshooting PLC, HMI, robot, CNC, and vision-system programs under the guidance of experienced engineers. Supports equipment debug, risk assessments, acceptance testing, validation, startup, operator training, and production handoff.
- ◆Provides technical support for production equipment, participates in structured troubleshooting and root-cause analysis, and supports approved improvements to safety, quality, uptime, cycle time, and operator efficiency.
- ◆May perform other duties and
responsibilities
as assigned.
JOB
Qualifications
and KNOWLEDGE
Requirements
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, or a related technical field.
- ✓Typically, 0–2 years of relevant experience; internships, co-op assignments, technical projects, and related manufacturing experience may be considered.
- ✓An equivalent combination of education, technical training, certifications, and relevant experience may be considered.
- ✓Foundational knowledge of automated equipment, controls, programming, or manufacturing systems gained through education, internships, co-op assignments, technical projects, or relevant work experience.
- ✓Preferred exposure to one or more of the following: PLCs, HMIs, industrial robots, CNC equipment, vision systems, industrial networks, or CAD tools.
- ✓Ability to plan assigned work, communicate status and technical issues clearly, maintain accurate documentation, and work effectively in a cross-functional manufacturing environment.
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
This position is not eligible for immigration and/or visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship by Jabil. Applicants requiring sponsorship will not be considered.
The pay range for this role is $58,800 - $94,100. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include
qualifications
and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity. The anticipated close date of this job requisition is: January 29, 2027.
As part of the total rewards package, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth and resilient self. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock purchase plan; and paid time off.
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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.
The Automation Engineer I supports the implementation, integration, and continuous improvement of automation solutions for manufacturing operations, including CNC machining, robotics, inspection, material handling, and packaging. Under the guidance of senior engineers or project leads, the role supports equipment integration, testing, validation, startup, production handoff, and sustaining support. The position works with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Tooling, and external suppliers to deliver safe, reliable, and maintainable automation that meets project and production requirements. The role provides hands-on development experience with CNC automation, robotics, PLC and HMI systems, vision systems, equipment integration, and validation.
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