Engineering Manager - Seat Structure

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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:
Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.
Job Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end product development of Seat structures (design, build, validation) in line with SOPs and Product Delivery Process (PDP).
• Translate customer requirements into optimized design solutions considering cost, quality, safety, reliability, manufacturability, and regulatory compliance.
• Apply engineering and analytical tools (QFD, FMEA, DOE, VA/VE, DFM/DFA, Pugh analysis) for product development and decision-making.
• Plan, track, and execute design activities aligned with project timelines and engineering open issues.
• Develop, review, and manage engineering deliverables (DVP&R, GD&T, BOM, specifications, engineering changes, work orders).
• Ensure timely closure of engineering issues and completion of phase-gate deliverables with cross-functional teams (CFT).
• Review and approve designs, drawings, SORs, DVP, and engineering change requests to ensure compliance with design intent.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, manufacturing, and quality teams for effective project execution and communication.
• Drive testing and validation activities, including DVP finalization.
• Conduct and participate in design reviews (CDR/CCDR) and internal technical reviews.
• Provide technical leadership, training, and guidance to design team members.
• Track engineering budgets and support internal project reviews.
• Promote process efficiency through automation (macros) and maintain proper documentation.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, safety standards, and maintain workplace discipline (5S/housekeeping).

Requirements:

• Strong understanding of product development lifecycle (PDP) and engineering processes.
• Expertise in engineering documentation along with GD&T, BOM, DVP&R, change management.
• Hands-on experience with engineering analysis and problem-solving tools (FMEA, DOE, VA/VE, etc.).
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage timelines, and ensure delivery against program milestones.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Experience in design review processes, validation, and regulatory compliance.
• Capability to lead teams, mentor engineers, and drive technical excellence.
• Working knowledge of budgeting, documentation, and process improvement tools (e.g., macros).

Qualification, Experience & Skills and Competencies:
(Min & Max, industry) : 15+ Years experienced, Diploma/bachelor's degree in mechanical/production/Automobile Engineering
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:
Magna Seating