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Lead Automation Project Engineer

St. Petersburg/Tampa, FL, US💼 Full-time🗓 2026-10-02

Core

Subject matter expert developing automated assembly, test, and packaging systems for healthcare and life science applications.

Role type

Lead Automation Project Engineer

Builds

Automated assembly, test, and packaging systems for production use (via careerplan.io/jobs/J2466769-lead-automation-project-engineer-at-jabil)

Domain

Healthcare and life science manufacturing automation

Required skills

CAD electrical schematics and mechanical models analysis, FMEA and EHS technical risk assessments, PLC programming (A/B, Mitsubishi), Robotic code development (FANUC), FDA-compliant project leadership, system architecture for healthcare automation, Kaizen events, CAPA analysis

Preferred skills

Vendor equipment qualification, cross-functional team leadership, continuous improvement driving

Technologies

PLC (A/B, Mitsubishi), Robotic (FANUC), CAD

Responsibilities

Specify and purchase equipment, assembly tooling, and fixtures; Lead quoting of automation equipment; Develop URS and equipment specifications; Train and mentor automation team members; Ensure seamless handover to receiving site teams; Lead cross-functional FDA-compliant automation projects from quote to launch

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities