Mechanical Design Engineer - Automation Equipment

About the role

Jabil is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer in Wuxi to design automation equipment projects, supporting the Lead Engineer in the area. The engineer designs automation equipment so that specifications and requirements are met, and delivers within budget and on time. The position covers mechanical, electronics, electrical and software application aspects.

Key responsibilities

• Design automation equipment in the area of expertise, working closely with the Project Manager/Engineer to meet timelines and budget.
• Review and interpret requirements and specifications accurately, and ensure design for manufacturability.
• Act as liaison with internal and external assemblers or manufacturers so that parts are made to design.
• Generate design drawings, installation manuals and user manuals.
• Log engineering hours in the project tracking system and support the Lead Engineer.
• Take part in requirement analysis, module architecture, detailed and interface design, and control development progress.
• Write technical and design documents, check and report exceptions, and run unit tests on developed modules.

Required profile

• Degree in mechanical, automation or electronics-related fields; 4+ years of experience designing non-standard automation equipment, with 3C industry experience preferred.
• Knowledge of EMS industries and automation equipment assembly and installation.
• Ability to analyse and control costs of non-standard equipment and understand machining processes.
• Able to travel, mainly within the company.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Creo or SolidWorks 3D CAD.
• Independent equipment design, including selection of robots, motors, modules, pneumatic components and sensors.
• Familiarity with the design, manufacturing and standard parts selection processes.
• Modular design experience is an advantage.