[Hiring] Principal Electrical Engineer @Jabil

Role Description

Jabil has an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced and technically proficient Principal Electrical Engineer to engage in the design, fabrication, and integration of electrical systems for data center power and cooling products, as well as factory enablement projects. This role includes full-stack electrical design from generator systems to AI rack integration zones, with a focus on PDUs, UPS systems, MV/HV power distribution, phased power infrastructure, and controls architecture. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise and a passion for delivering scalable, reliable, and compliant infrastructure solutions.

The Principal Electrical Integration Engineer will manage and oversee the electrical systems essential for the data center, energy storage systems, and HVAC applications. This role will involve:

• Developing specifications
• Selecting key components
• Routing wires and cables
• Establishing connections
• Transitioning design to manufacturing
• Leading test process implementation
• Ensuring equipment alignment to maintain the highest standards of operational excellence and reliability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline
• 8+ years of experience in electrical design and fabrication, with a focus on data center or industrial power systems
• Proficiency in ECAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, SolidWorks Electrical) and integration with mechanical CAD platforms
• Strong understanding of MV/HV power distribution, lithium-ion UPS systems, and three-phase electrical infrastructure
• Experience with electrical analysis tools (ETAP, SKM PowerTools, EasyPower)
• Proven experience in facility-level electrical design and construction support
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Requirements

• Expertise in wiring and cable management systems; CAD software for electrical design (preference for AutoCAD Electrical, Creo Schematic)
• Conduct PLD design, component selection (i.e., Transformers, Breakers, Relays, UPS, ATS, etc.), wire and cable sizing and routing, and connections
• Ability to perform vendor drawing reviews and prepare documentation, including Bill of Material (BOM), calculations, data sheets, detailed drawings, specifications, and test plans
• Robust skill set in understanding single lines and schematic diagrams, evaluating electrical system operations and recommending modifications to rectify malfunctions or accommodate system requirement changes
• Collaborate in new product design and development of electrical power distribution equipment such as Low Voltage Switchgear, Power Distribution Cabinets or LV panel boards
• Lead electrical engineering design and reviews
• Experience in power distribution products and equipment, have tested products per latest codes and standards and have translated designs to manufacturing drawings
• Prepare/review short circuit coordination studies and maintain the software models to match as-built site conditions
• Review control panel design and UL standards for designing and building control panels
• Evaluate the requirements and actions that close the gap between concept and manufacturing readiness
• Interface with internal and external mission critical design engineering team, server hardware team, environmental health and safety team, and controls engineering to promote standards that maintain consistency and reliability in services delivered
• Work closely with system architects to comprehend product specifications and electrical system architectural designs
• Collaborate with project managers on design quotations
• Provide technical input to identify and mitigate project risks that may impact project plans and schedules
• Monitor product delivery for quality and adherence to schedule
• Perform tests, debug, and validate electrical systems and support manufacturing processes
• Manage relationships with electrical component vendors and contract manufacturers
• Keep updated with the latest technologies and methods to ensure competitive, cost-effective designs
• Work with your manager to propose potential R&D project ideas to enhance competency areas
• Discuss with management and production staff to assess engineering feasibility and cost-effectiveness
• May undertake other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during your first year of employment
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave
• 11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays), subject to change yearly
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee stock purchase plan