Summary: Seeking a highly skilled Principal Engineer with strong SMT focus to ensure smooth operations, drive continuous improvement, and support cross-functional teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Highlights: 1. Lead and mentor a team of at least 10 engineers. 2. Drive continuous improvement initiatives using statistical analysis. 3. Provide technical support to SMT production lines for optimal performance. At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain solutions. With over 50 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. Job Description ### **Job Summary:** We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Principal Engineer with a strong focus on Surface Mount Technology (SMT). This role is critical to ensuring the smooth operation of our SMT production lines, driving continuous improvement, and supporting cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with SMT equipment, strong problem-solving abilities, and leadership experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. ### **Key Responsibilities:** * Provide technical support to SMT production lines, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance. * Guide the engineers with troubleshoot SMT equipment including: + Solder paste printers + Solder paste inspection systems + Pick-and-place machines (e.g., Fuji) + Reflow ovens (including thermal profile interpretation) + Wave and selective soldering systems + PCB routers and washers * Interpret thermal profiles, chemical usage, and machine-generated thermal data. * Collaborate in stencil design and process optimization. * Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production issues. * Drive continuous improvement initiatives using statistical analysis and data-driven decision-making. * Lead and mentor a team of at least 10 engineers. * Apply basic financial knowledge to support cost-effective solutions. * Develop and execute strategic and tactical plans to improve production efficiency and quality. ### **Qualifications:** * Minimum 5 years of experience in electronics manufacturing, with a focus on SMT processes. * Proven leadership experience managing teams of 10+ people. * Fluent spoken and written English. * Strong problem-solving skills and customer service attitude. * Proficient in statistical tools and data analysis. * Basic understanding of financial principles related to manufacturing. BE CAREFUL OF FRAUD: Legitimate job opportunities at Jabil can be found on our official website Jabil.com. No applicant should pay to access these employment opportunities. When applying for a job at Jabil, you will be contacted through Jabil’s official portal via an email ending in @jabil.com; a direct phone call from a Jabil team member; or a direct email with a @jabil.com email address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other time during the hiring process. Jabil also will not ask for personal identification information such as Social Security number, birth certificate, financial institution information, driver’s license number, or passport information by phone or email. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft or fraud, report it to the police at the following numbers and report it on the website where you found it. Call: 911 or 089. **Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.** **Accessibility Accommodation** =============================== If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to Always_Accessible@Jabil.com with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to. #whereyoubelong