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This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must have current and ongoing authorization to work in the United States.
The Senior Systems Engineer understands the needs of the automotive customers and translates them into actionable requirements for the functional disciplines – e.g. electrical, mechanical, software etc. and validates that the end product meets with the customer expected.
Your Responsibilities
- Work with customer at program initiation to analyze the customer requirements and to enter them into the Magna application life cycle (ALM) tool.
- Develop the system requirements based upon and traced to the customer requirements for mechanical, electrical and software disciplines
- Utilize the system architecture provided by the core team to verify that the system requirements are satisfied by the system architecture
- Understand and document customer requirements using ALM tools. Manager and negotiate customer requirements, change requests, and unwritten expectations.
- Document system architecture in an unambiguous, clear, and understandable way that electrical, mechanical and software engineers know exactly what they have to do in order to meet customer expectations.
- Create and maintain project documentation
O System requirements specification
O System architecture definition tailored to the specific project
O System test plan
O Other documents, as needed
- Lead cross functional requirements reviews
- Develop with the support of the customer the system level DFMEA for the product.
- Coordinate with manufacturing and software teams to develop interface requirements including EOL and module programming requirements
- Support creation of:
o Detailed discipline specific design description
o Mechanical/Electrical and hardware/software interface specifications
o 8D reports
o Timing Plans
o Other documents, as needed
- Perform systems testing of products on bench and in vehicles making sure the product functions and performs as the customer expects per requirements.
- Actively pursue cost saving ideas
- Be aware of innovative solutions and propose patent applications.
- Perform complex work assignments requiring independent problem solving and decision making, requiring strong systems engineering technical competency.
- Work assignments primarily involve senior/advanced level work and may mentor other systems engineers
- Lead the planning, scheduling, monitoring and reporting of all systems engineering related activities for various projects.
- Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives. Ensures that facilities are in full compliance with all safety regulations.
- Maintains regular attendance.
- Follows safe work procedures; Uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE); Uses workplace tools and equipment as instructed; Reports workplace hazards, injuries and illness as soon as possible following event.
- Complies with the requirements of Quality Operating System (QOS)
Who we are looking for
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering / Software Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science or equivalent (Master’s preferred)
Experience
- 4-8 years’ relevant experience regarding the Responsibility / Activities (listed above) for automotive electronics serial development projects (mandatory).
Your preferred qualifications
Technical Knowledge
- Knowledge of product development engineering practices in automotive field
- Requirements management
- Revision control (Configuration management)
- Change control
- Requirements decomposition planning and reporting (KPI generation)
- Test plan development
- Test execution planning
- Track records of writing good requirements that can be successfully implemented.
- Profound technical knowledge of automotive electronics products. Familiar with typical automotive OEM requirements. Can anticipate customer requirements, even if not stated in customer documentation.
- Experienced in use of requirements management tools. Familiar with concepts such as baselining, inheritance etc.
- Working knowledge of IS026262, hazard, SAE J2464, IEC, NEC, ISO 20G53, and two-level fault strategies.
- Software o Experience with ALM tools (e.g. PTC Integrity, DOORS), simulation SW (e.g. Matlab SIMULINK), Enterprise Architect
o Expertise in using CAN based tools such as CANalyzer, CANoe, CANape, neoVI, etc.
o Experience with UML
o Experience with Matlab/Simulink and Stateflow
o Experience developing systems using Enterprise Architect (EA)
Practical Knowledge
- Working knowledge in structured engineering approach
- Working knowledge in development of portable, reusable and modular software in automotive environment
- Experience in using a disciplined software development process based on ASPICE or CMMi process model.
- Working knowledge of configuration management (preferably PTC/MKS), project monitoring and control techniques.
- Troubleshooting and debugging skills
- Knowledge of structured problem solving (8D) methods and/or techniques.
- Key Customer Specific Requirements (CSR) – as applicable
- Review CSR via SharePoint
Personal Requirements
- Able to work effectively in a global environment.
- Able to represent technical design topics internally and externally
- Able to demonstrate self-motivation, tenacity, and determination (these skills are very useful in this position)
- Able to work independently with little to no supervision
- Able to travel (domestic and international may be needed)
Computer Skills
- Knowledge of MS Office Package (especially Excel)
- Knowledge of analysis and engineering tools such as version control/configuration management, UML tools, static code check tools
- ALM tools (PTC Integrity)
- Working knowledge of CAN and LIN based tools such as CANalyzer, CANoe, CANape, neoVI
- Mathworks based tools (Matlab, Simulink)
- Carmaker
- Enterprise Architect
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, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent
- Master's degree
- 4-8 years relevant experience in automotive electronics serial development projects
- Experience with requirements management and ALM tools (e.g., PTC Integrity, DOORS)
- Experience with Matlab/Simulink and Stateflow
- Experience with Enterprise Architect and UML
- Experience using CAN/LIN tools (CANalyzer, CANoe, CANape, neoVI)
- Knowledge of configuration management and revision control (PTC/MKS preferred)
- Familiarity with ASPICE or CMMi software development process models
- Working knowledge of ISO 26262, SAE J2464, IEC, NEC, ISO 20G53, and two-level fault strategies
- Ability to develop system requirements, architecture definitions, and system test plans
- Experience performing systems testing on bench and in-vehicle
- Experience in DFMEA development and 8D problem solving
- Proven ability to write clear, implementable requirements and track baselining/inheritance
- Troubleshooting and debugging skills
- Ability to work independently, lead cross-functional reviews, and mentor other engineers
- Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed
- Proficiency with MS Office (especially Excel) and SharePoint
- Familiarity with static code check tools and simulation software
- Awareness of customer-specific requirements (CSR) and ability to review via SharePoint
What the Team is Saying
Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
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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.
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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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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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