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Jabil

Test Engineering Technician I - 1st shift

Today• Saint Petersburg, FL

About us

Made Possible. Made Better.

  • Size: 10,000+ employees
  • Industry: Manufacturing
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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.

How will you make an impact?

As a Debug Technician/Programmer, you will play a critical role in maintaining and improving the Functional Verification Test (FVT) process and associated equipment to ensure product quality, manufacturing efficiency, and production goals are achieved. You will support continuous improvement initiatives by diagnosing product and test failures, reducing downtime, increasing yields, and driving corrective actions across manufacturing and engineering teams.

What will you do?

  • Diagnose and repair electronic circuit boards to the component level.
  • Operate and troubleshoot electronic test and measurement equipment.
  • Utilize and interpret assembly documentation, including schematics, BOMs, visual aids, test tools, and procedures.
  • Support production yield improvements by identifying and reducing operator errors and escalating manufacturing and test engineering defects.
  • Assist the Test Engineering team with data analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Analyze process yield reports, test escapes, operator errors, defective products, equipment failures, and RMA trends to drive corrective actions.
  • Document fixture downtime and product defects using established tracking systems.
  • Ensure engineering changes, deviations, and product revisions are properly implemented and validated.
  • Support preventive maintenance programs to reduce downtime and increase process reliability.
  • Identify opportunities to improve testing efficiency and minimize equipment downtime.
  • Ensure product testing is complete, accurate, and reliable.
  • Generate and maintain required technical documentation.
  • Perform all Functional Verification Tests within assigned areas of responsibility.
  • Maintain production flow while meeting quality and production targets.
  • Communicate recurring test or operator issues to leadership for corrective action.
  • Provide guidance and support to Test Operators.
  • Support staffing and scheduling recommendations as needed.
  • Interface with customers and travel to customer sites when required to enhance product understanding and diagnostic capabilities.
  • Adhere to all safety, quality, security, and 5S requirements.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

How will you get here?

Education:

  • Associate's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline required.
  • Programming language experience preferred.
  • Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Experience:

  • 1 to 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience troubleshooting electronic assemblies to the component level required.
  • Experience working with electronic test equipment and diagnostic tools preferred.
  • U.S. Citizenship required to work at this specific site.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Strong understanding of electronics troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques.
  • Working knowledge of network hierarchies and configuration methods.
  • Ability to analyze data, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
  • Proficiency with Windows-based computer systems and related software applications.
  • Advanced PC skills and ability to learn proprietary software systems.
  • Ability to interpret schematics, technical documentation, and visual work instructions.
  • Knowledge of mathematical concepts including ratios, percentages, probability, statistical inference, geometry, and trigonometry.
  • Ability to collect and analyze data, draw conclusions, and solve practical problems.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing effectively in a team environment.
  • Ability to read, comprehend, and follow technical procedures and instructions.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Programming experience in a manufacturing or test environment.
  • Experience supporting Functional Verification Test (FVT) processes.
  • Exposure to preventive maintenance programs, yield improvement initiatives, and process optimization activities.
  • Prior customer-facing technical support experience.
  • Experience working in a high-volume electronics 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
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Annual Merit Increases


Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver's license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.

Accommodation Statement

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 or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.

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