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What we offer:Job Responsibilities:
The Application Engineer works in the application engineering customer team and supports overall tasks required to technically deliver projects to production. The Application engineer must be proficient in all disciplines of engineering, strong in customer relationships, and in proficient in general program or project management.
Your Responsibilities
- Support the Technical Project Lead (TPL) or Project Engineering Lead (PEL) during the engineering
- development of application programs with:
- Defect management, coordination, and resolution of SW Verification, Validation, and
- Quality defects on a program
- · Problem resolution and 8D activities
- · BOM releases and coordination of release notes within the engineering team
- · Customer vehicle management and facilitate vehicle testing
- · Interfacing with the plant on prototype builds and component kitting
- · Tracking work assignments and completion of work packages
- · Change requests and change request implementation and monitoring
- · VA/VE and cost saving ideas during development
- · Development and maintenance of project documentation
Who we are looking for
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering / Systems Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science or equivalent
Experience
· Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in Automotive product development.
· Knowledge of product development engineering practices in automotive field
· Familiar with typical automotive OEM requirements.
· Revision & Change control (Configuration management)
· Profound technical knowledge of automotive electronics products.
· Troubleshooting and debugging skills
· Knowledge of structured problem solving (8D) methods and/or techniques
· Experience with automotive communication tools such Vector CANalyze/CANoe, Vehicle-Spy etc.
Your preferred qualifications
- Working knowledge in structured engineering approach
- Experience in using a disciplined software development process based on ASPICE or IATF process model
- · Working knowledge of configuration management (preferably Windchill/GIT/JIRA), project monitoring and control techniques
- Experience with scripting language such as python, Visual Basic/C.
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.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent
- Minimum 2-3 years' experience in automotive product development
- Knowledge of product development engineering practices in automotive field
- Familiarity with typical automotive OEM requirements
- Revision and change control / configuration management experience
- Strong technical knowledge of automotive electronics products
- Troubleshooting and debugging skills
- Knowledge of structured problem solving (8D) methods
- Experience with automotive communication tools (Vector CANalyzer/CANoe, Vehicle Spy)
- Authorization to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship)
- Working knowledge in structured engineering approach
- Experience with ASPICE or IATF software development/process models
- Working knowledge of configuration management tools (preferably Windchill, Git, JIRA)
- Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Visual Basic, or C
What the Team is Saying
Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical plan choice includes Enhanced PPO, Standard PPO, and an Advantage HDHP with free preventive care and $0 Teladoc, with in‑network deductibles as low as $200 and out‑of‑pocket maximums starting at $2,000. Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability plus basic life/AD&D, along with enhanced dental/vision options in 2026, reinforce comprehensive coverage.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) design features automatic enrollment, a 3% nonelective company contribution after six months, and a 50% match on the first 6% employees contribute. Plan documents and recent filings corroborate this structure, and some divisions also highlight profit‑sharing as part of total rewards.
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Parental & Family Support — U.S. materials outline paid parental leave for non‑union employees (up to five consecutive weeks at 66 2/3% pay) that coordinates with STD/FMLA and allows PTO top‑ups. Mental health resources and an Employee & Family Assistance Program add family‑oriented support across plans.
Magna International Insights
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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Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Majority of roles are hybrid with flexibility. Please speak with our recruiting team for specific details on hybrid work.
