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PCB Test Development Engineer at JABIL CIRCUIT, INC

JABIL CIRCUIT, INC Austin, TX

Job Description

This position supports hybrid work schedule depending on organization needs.

JOB SUMMARY

Jabil is a product solutions company providing comprehensive design, manufacturing, supply chain and product management services. Operating from over 100 facilities in 29 countries, Jabil delivers innovative, integrated, and tailored solutions to customers across a broad range of industries and end-markets, such as automotive, consumer lifestyle and wearable tech, defense and aerospace, connected home and building, industrial and energy, enterprise and infrastructure, healthcare, mobility, packaging and printing.

Jabil is seeking a Lead Test Development Engineer who will directly contribute to the transformative growth in our Intelligent Infrastructure division by applying unique and innovative approaches to solving problems within our large-scale production environment. The Lead Test Development Engineer plays a vital role in ensuring the quality and reliability of hardware products, contributing to the overall success of the manufacturing process and customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for contributing to the end-to-end architecture, definition, development and production deployment of production Test solutions in our manufacturing regions. You will also be responsible for interfacing with our customers, fixture vendors and internal teams from engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure fixture deliverables meet the rigorous standards of Jabil's world-class manufacturing environments.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Typically assigned to develop lead projects, architect solutions, test specifications and test solutions of medium to high complexity
Test solution development tasks are done according to budget and schedule commitments from the test solution quotes
The tasks comprising a test solution development may include, but are not limited to, Design for Test (DFT), design, assembly, debug, validation, deployment, and emergency support of electrical hardware, mechanical hardware, optical hardware and software.
Electrical hardware typically includes, but is not limited to:
o Storage, Servers, GPIB, USB and RS-232 controlled equipment
o PXI and LXI based test equipment
o Design of custom circuitry implemented in custom circuit boards and cables
Mechanical hardware typically includes, but is not limited to:
o Bench-test setups
o 19" equipment racks
o Custom automated high-throughput fixtures with probe fields, and top, bottom, and side mounted pneumatically actuated modules.
Software and compilers typically includes, but is not limited to:
o Lab Windows/CVI, Lab View and Test Stand
o C#, ANSI C and Visual C++
o Visual Basic
o HTML, PERL, ASP and custom scripting languages.
o Software for Agilent 3070, GenRad ICT and other MDA platforms
Test development sites develop solutions for several test processes including, but not limited to:
o Boundary Scan/ JTAG
o Board-level functional test
o System test
The process of developing test solutions includes, but is not limited to:
o Test development (OrCAD, AutoCAD, FabMaster and other software development tools listed above)
o Project tracking (action items, journals, time entry, milestones, and deliverables checklists)
o Test solution design guidelines (global fixture specification, schematic design requirements)
o Design reviews (Initial and post-installation)
o Documentation package templates (test specification, BOM's, tester validation, etc )
Test solution quotes typically include, but are not limited to:
o Price and schedule commitment
o Hardware, Software and Documentation package description
o Specification of tester validation criteria and required customer deliverables.
The process of developing test solution quotes includes, but is not limited to:
o Completion of quotes on-schedule
Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.
May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MANAGEMENT & SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Reports to Senior Engineering Manager

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

  • Thorough knowledge and in-depth field experience regarding emerging or job technologies required to fulfill the job
  • Strong communications and customer service skills
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
  • Understands Manufacturing Test Strategy and demonstrates proficiency in more than one area of test development.
  • Broad knowledge of Test Development areas including structural and functional test, development of Manufacturing Test Specifications and Design For Test Analysis.
  • Extensive amount of hands-on practical knowledge in a test development environment.
  • Strong appreciation and understanding of relevant industry standards and specifications.
  • Demonstrated ability to consistently provide innovative manufacturing test solutions.
  • Recognized ability to write, create presentations, speak, and to effectively represent Test Development to other Jabil groups, external customers, and technology peer groups in the industry.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

  • Bachelor's Degree required. Masters Degree preferred.
  • Degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering preferred.
  • 8 to 10 years work-related experience required.
  • Or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.
  • Travel requirements: Domestic and/or Global, up to 10%

Typical mid-level pay: $122k for Chemical Engineers nationally

National salary averages
Expected mid-level
$122k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected
$79k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $182k

Slight employer advantage

Standard dynamics. Preparation and demonstrated value matter most.

Hiring leverage
Balanced
Wage leverage
Balanced
Mobility
Limited

Where to negotiate

Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO

Likely Possible Unlikely

Watch out for

Limited mobility: Few adjacent roles—switching employers is harder.

Focus on demonstrating unique fit and value.

Does this path compound?

Job Growth →
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️ Plateau
Limited growth
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Stable but flat

Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.

+3%
10yr growth
Most openings come from retirements and turnover, not new positions.
A bachelor's degree is typically expected.
Typical: Bachelor's degree

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024