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Position Overview
In this exciting and challenging position, you will be responsible for definition of complete vehicle targets, CMP (customer market profile), breakdown to domain targets
Actively be part of Magna global RnD programs & strategic goals.
Lead Magna China RnD programs
Job Responsibility
- Lead the development of Magna China RnD programs
- Definition of a customer market profile for the car of the future
- Management of the transition of the customer market profile in technical goals
- Determination of a complete vehicle function target catalog coordinated with domains
- Monitoring, control of and fulfilling of the technical overall vehicle targets
- Resolution of target deviations and conflicts, balancing of conflicting CV targets on vehicle, system and subsystem level.
- Management of the overall vehicle DVP (Design Verification Plan) and transferring the Integration-Team inputs into the system-/components specifications
- Approval recommendation at system and module level from the point of view of the Integration-teams
- Organization of and participation in benchmark; derivation of new functions and targets
- Engineering activity Interaction with cross group engineering
- Collaborate with university, consultant companies for innovative ideas, program execution, engineering service
- Technical assessment for M&A activities
- Others
- Perform other duties as required
- Reasonably judge, identify, and properly handle all the personal information involved in work, and to learn and master the relevant policies and procedures for Magna's data privacy and personal information management.
Qualifications:
Knowledge and Education
- Preferable majoring in mechanical, electronics or automotive engineering.
- Education: Bachelor degree or above. Master in engineering or MBA is preferred.
Work Experience
- >5 years of experience in complete vehicle development, lead of >2 projects
Managerial Experience
- Experience in working with (globally) distributed teams
- Leadership competence
Skills and Competencies
Job Role Competence
- Expert of the electrification business, products, and technologies
- Project management skills, and critical problem-solving skills
- Experience in complete vehicle development process
- Expertise in relevant legislation and standards
General Competence
- Pro-active, be passionate in collaborating and driving for results.
- Strong interpersonal and influence skill. Be able to engage all parties with common goals to drive business success.
- Knowledge and skills in budgeting and expenses control
IT/Language
- Good PC skills of MS-office suites
- Good English and Chinese communication and presentation skills
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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or above in mechanical, electronics, automotive engineering, or a related field
- More than 5 years of experience in complete vehicle development
- Experience leading more than two projects
- Experience working with globally distributed teams
- Leadership competence
- Expertise in electrification business, products, and technologies
- Project management and critical problem-solving skills
- Experience with complete vehicle development processes
- Expertise in relevant legislation and standards
- Strong interpersonal, influence, collaboration, and results-driving skills
- Knowledge of budgeting and expense control
- Good Microsoft Office skills
- Good English and Chinese communication and presentation skills
- Master's degree in engineering or an MBA
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.
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.
