Lead Engineer – Automation Engineering

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Hungary, +3 more countries.

📋 Description

• Oversee the design, development, implementation, validation, and ongoing enhancement of automation systems for Inventory Control processes.

• Enhance material handling and flow across manufacturing and warehouse operations utilizing AMRs, AGVs, AGFs, and autonomous material movement technologies.

• Manage automation initiatives from inception to deployment, ensuring timely delivery, adherence to scope, and alignment with business goals.

• Create advanced automation solutions employing PLCs, robotics, SCADA systems, HMIs, motion control systems, machine vision technologies, and Autonomous Mobile Robots.

• Collaborate with teams across Inventory Control, Manufacturing, Process Engineering, Quality, R&D, and Operations.

• Integrate automation systems with MES, ERP SAP platforms, and other factory technologies.

• Perform technical risk assessments and ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

• Lead troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive measures.

• Offer technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to members of the automation engineering team.

• Create and sustain technical documentation, system architecture, validation protocols, operating procedures, and training resources.

• Assess emerging technologies and industry best practices to foster continuous innovation and operational excellence.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Computer Science, or a relevant technical field.

• At least 7 years of experience in Automation Engineering, with a minimum of 3 years in a senior or lead engineering role.

• Background in semiconductor, electronics, integrated circuit, or highly automated manufacturing settings.

• Demonstrated expertise with PLC platforms such as Siemens, Rockwell, Allen-Bradley, or equivalent.

• Familiarity with SCADA, HMI, industrial robotics, machine vision, and process control systems.

• Strong programming abilities in automation-related languages such as Structured Text, Ladder Logic, Python, C++, or similar.

• Understanding of industrial communication protocols including Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, Profibus, and OPC.

• Experience in supporting high-volume manufacturing operations and complex automated systems.

• Excellent analytical, project management, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

• Outstanding communication abilities and capacity to work effectively within multicultural and cross-functional teams.

• Willingness to travel occasionally across the region and to other Jabil locations.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual performance-based bonus program.

• Comprehensive private medical insurance.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Opportunities for career development and internal mobility within a global organization.

• Access to technical training, certifications, and continuous learning programs.

• Participation in international and cross-functional projects.

• A collaborative and inclusive working environment.

• Recognition and employee reward programs.

• Opportunity to contribute to innovative technologies that shape the future of advanced manufacturing.