Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

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Brampton, ON, CAN
Hybrid
70K-80K Annually
Mid level
Automotive • Hardware • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing
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The Role
Analyze and optimize tooling, assembly and joining processes for automotive body and chassis. Lead process improvements, PFMEA, root cause analysis, fixture design, automation and data-driven decisions. Support project planning, client communication, and cross-functional execution while ensuring quality and delivery.
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What we offer:
At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary:
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Job Responsibilities:

Job Summary

 The Process Engineer (AME) has a solid foundation of technical knowledge and skills acquired through previous experience and is capable to take on multiple projects, analyzing existing tools, assembly processes, and product designs to optimize and identify quality improvements. The Process Engineer demonstrates knowledge of various process assembly joining technologies, methods, and standard procedures, with an extensive knowledge of GD&T, and quality concerns for product and processes. They are capable of being forward-facing customer contact representative for CAT.

Salary range: CAD$70.000 - CAD$80.000

Vacant position

 Qualifications

Education Required: Post-Secondary education (e.g. technical school, college, university, special studies) or equivalent, trade with shopfloor experience in Automotive manufacturing.

Education Preferred: Bachelor’s Manufacturing Eng

Years of Experience: 3+ years’ experience on manufacturing or industrial environment

Required:

• knowledge of advanced principles to fulfill responsibilities. (GD&T, Process & Designs Concepts, Joining technologies)

• understanding of Manufacturing Operation Patterns and how to calculate Production volumes and Efficiencies

• Strong understanding of automation concepts

• Chassis and Body-In-White Welding and Assembly fixture design experience

• Understanding of common Assembly Process Designs Concepts, Joining and other manufacturing technologies:

ü Knowledge on different Welding processes

ü PFMEA

ü Clinch process

• Willingness to assist others

• Attention to detail

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team members and stakeholders.

• Ability to work well in a team environment and actively contribute to group projects and discussions.

• Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a dynamic environment

• Ability to work independently, making decisions, and solving complex problems with little supervision.

• Capability to analyze large sets of data, draw meaningful insights, and make data-driven decisions for process improvement.

Preferred:

• Software experience with

- MS Office suite

- AutoCAD

- CAD Design software NX / Catia / Solidworks

- Robotic Simulation software - Visual components / Process Simulate / Delmia

Essential Duties

• Provides instructions and insights on semi-complex material and/or provides support.

• Save client correspondence, store and track data as per CAT guidelines

• Attains strictly to Scope of Work & delivery dates

• Supports weekly internal status meetings

• Troubleshoots process issues, conducting root cause analysis, and proposing effective solutions.

• Occasionally uses basic negotiation and influencing skills to deal with difficult situations

• Refers unique problems to the appropriate person in a timely fashion providing context.

• Works closely with other departments or teams to ensure smooth project execution and timely completion.

• Assists in the planning and coordination of engineering projects, including creating project timelines, identifying resources, and monitoring progress.

• Identifies potential risks and implement appropriate measures to mitigate those.

• Provides feedback on internal analysis methods, internal business processes, and participates in improvement cycles.

• Keep themselves updated with the latest advancements and trends in the industry and suggest new applications to improve processes or products.

Travel Requirements

• Travel globally, subject to business needs: up to 25% of work hours

• Must maintain a valid driver’s license and passport

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.


AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.


Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.


Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Cosma International

Skills Required

  • Post-Secondary education or trade with shopfloor experience in automotive manufacturing
  • 3+ years' experience in manufacturing or industrial environment
  • Knowledge of GD&T, process and design concepts, and joining technologies
  • Understanding of manufacturing operation patterns and production volume/efficiency calculations
  • Strong understanding of automation concepts
  • Chassis and Body-In-White welding and assembly fixture design experience
  • Knowledge of different welding processes, PFMEA, and clinch process
  • Ability to analyze large data sets and make data-driven process improvements
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and in teams, adapt to changing priorities
  • Willingness to assist others and attention to detail
  • Maintain a valid driver's license and passport
  • Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering
  • Software experience: MS Office, AutoCAD, NX, Catia, SolidWorks
  • Robotic simulation software experience: Visual Components, Process Simulate, Delmia

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Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage alongside disability and life insurance, plus mental‑health support via an Employee & Family Assistance Program and wellness programs. Voluntary options such as pet and auto/home insurance further expand the health-related offering.
  • Retirement Support Retirement programs feature a 401(k) with company match and profit sharing, with corporate filings confirming the U.S. 401(k) plan and employer contributions. Other long‑term levers like equity programs and performance bonuses add to wealth‑building potential.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Company materials highlight a total‑rewards commitment and programs such as donation‑matching and an employee disaster relief fund that provide added support. Work‑life and development elements (e.g., PTO, parental leave, flexible work, and tuition reimbursement) are presented for many roles.

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The Company
HQ: Aurora, Ontario
171,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1957

What We Do

We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171,000 dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development, engineering and sales centers in 29 countries. We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different, we are committed to your growth.

Why Work With Us

At Magna, our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design, development, and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families, shape communities, and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.

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