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What we offer:Job Responsibilities:
The Group Robotics & Automation Engineer serves as a North America technical expert, responsible not only for robotics and cobots, but also for the broader deployment of automation technologies and smart manufacturing systems. Focuses on industrial robotics, collaborative robots (cobots), and automation solutions to enable scalable, reliable, and cost-effective manufacturing processes.
Supports project development and shop-floor implementation while leading the standardization of robotic systems, programming methodologies, and integration approaches. Drives innovation through development of proof-of-concept (POC) solutions and deployment of advanced robotics and automation technologies across divisions.
Duties and Responsibility:
- Lead development of divisional and regional automation roadmaps aligned with business objectives, labor strategies, and manufacturing excellence initiatives.
- Identify automation opportunities through plant assessments and support business case development including ROI, labor utilization, EBIT impact, and capacity improvements.
- Lead benchmarking of emerging robotic and automation technologies and evaluate opportunities for replication across multiple divisions and plants
- Support development of robotic concepts, simulations, and feasibility studies, including cycle time analysis and system design.
- Lead standardization of robotics platforms, programming methodologies, end-of-arm tooling (EOAT), and integration approaches across all facilities.
- Develop, document, and maintain robotics standards, best practices, and reusable programming structures to ensure scalability and consistency.
- Support automation project development and execution, including design reviews, equipment specifications, and integration requirements.
- Provide hands-on support during shopfloor implementation, commissioning, and debugging of robotic & automated systems.
- Program, troubleshoot, and optimize industrial robots and cobots (e.g., FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa), ensuring reliability and performance.
- Ensure seamless integration of robotics systems with PLC controls, vision systems, and manufacturing equipment.
- Lead development and deployment of collaborative robot (cobot) applications, ensuring safe and efficient human-robot interaction.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize cycle time, throughput, quality, and equipment reliability.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for robotics and automation-related downtime.
- Develop and execute proof-of-concept (POC) projects for advanced robotics technologies, including AI-enabled robotics, flexible automation, and adaptive systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Automation, Controls, Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Safety to support system improvements and deployments.
- Provide technical support and guidance to divisional engineering teams, including training on robotic systems, programming, and safety procedures.
- Support development of digital tools such as offline programming (OLP), simulation, and virtual commissioning for robotics applications.
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety standards (OSHA, MIOSHA, RIA) and corporate requirements for robotic systems.
- Support internal and external audits related to ISO 9001:2015 and IATF 16949, ensuring robotics systems meet quality system requirements.
- Promote a strong safety culture in robotic system design and implementation, ensuring all applications meet regulatory and corporate safety standards.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Minimum 5+ years of experience with industrial robotics, automation integration, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience leading automation projects from concept development through commissioning and production launch
- Strong hands-on experience with major robotics platforms (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa or equivalent).
- Experience with collaborative robots (cobots) and human-robot interaction applications.
- Proficiency in robot programming, simulation, and troubleshooting in production environments.
- Strong understanding of robotics integration with PLC systems, sensors, and vision systems (Cognex, Keyence or similar).
- Experience with end-of-arm tooling (EOAT) design and robotic cell optimization.
- Familiarity with offline programming (OLP), simulation tools, and virtual commissioning is highly preferred.
- Knowledge of Industry 4.0 concepts, including smart manufacturing, data collection, and connected equipment.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to support complex automation systems.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-site manufacturing environment and support shop-floor activities.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills to work across engineering and operations teams.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Available to work flexible hours as required
- Willing to travel as required
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
- Minimum 5+ years of experience with industrial robotics, automation integration, and manufacturing processes
- Experience leading automation projects from concept development through commissioning and production launch
- Hands-on experience with major robotics platforms such as FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa, or equivalent
- Experience with collaborative robots and human-robot interaction applications
- Proficiency in robot programming, simulation, and troubleshooting in production environments
- Understanding of robotics integration with PLC systems, sensors, and vision systems such as Cognex or Keyence
- Experience with end-of-arm tooling design and robotic cell optimization
- Knowledge of Industry 4.0 concepts, smart manufacturing, data collection, and connected equipment
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for complex automation systems
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-site manufacturing environment and support shop-floor activities
- Strong communication and collaboration skills across engineering and operations teams
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Availability to work flexible hours as required
- Willingness to travel as required
- Familiarity with offline programming, simulation tools, and virtual commissioning
What the Team is Saying
Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials highlight comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance in the U.S., paired with wellness initiatives and a confidential Employee & Family Assistance Program.
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Retirement Support — U.S. filings and recruiting pages describe a 401(k) with a 50% match on the first 6%, a deferred profit‑sharing component, and at some sites a 3% base company contribution after six months.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Profit sharing and performance‑linked rewards are embedded in the total‑rewards philosophy and documented in filings, with recent materials indicating these programs remain active.
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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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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.
