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What we offer:Job Responsibilities:
For our Munich location, we are looking for a Project Engineer with Chinese language skills to join our team as soon as possible.
Your Responsibilities
- Develop tailored technical concepts that meet customer needs and comply with applicable legal and regulatory requirements, in close collaboration with customers, internal teams, and Sales
- Support the development and design of new products in the area of automotive seating systems and components, while considering internal and external value creation targets
- Create, verify, and release Bills of Materials (BOMs) for complete seat systems and prepare assembly/build specifications for handover to the JIT plant
- Plan, coordinate, and verify CAD-based design activities (2D & 3D) in cooperation with internal and external partners and customers, covering both complete seat systems and individual components
- Support and participate in Design FMEAs (D-FMEA) according to VDA standards for complete seat systems and individual components, including internal and external presentation of results
- Contribute to the creation and maintenance of project plans for seat development and monitor agreed timelines and milestones
- Manage engineering changes by planning, coordinating, developing, and releasing required modifications and monitoring their timely implementation
- Prepare and maintain product data, manage data releases, and coordinate engineering changes for components and complete seat systems in internal and external PLM systems
Your Profile
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Product Engineering, or a comparable technical field
- Alternatively, a technical qualification such as state-certified technician or a comparable background
- Recent graduates and early-career candidates are very welcome to apply
- Chinese language skills are required for regular communication and collaboration with Chinese-speaking stakeholders
- Very good English language skills are required
- Good understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and mechanical design principles
- Knowledge of engineering design methods, simulation techniques, value analysis, and Design of Experiments (DoE) is an advantage
- Initial knowledge or practical experience in creating manufacturing- and standards-compliant technical designs and drawings is beneficial
- Knowledge of automotive seating design and/or CATIA is an advantage
- Familiarity with quality and engineering methods such as FMEA, GD&T, APQP, and PPAP is beneficial
- Experience with 2D and 3D CAD tools, ideally CATIA, through professional experience, internships, university projects, or similar practical exposure
- Good communication and presentation skills
- Proactive, structured, and independent working style
- Strong team player with a hands-on attitude and willingness to learn
What We Offer
- Varied and responsible tasks in an international working environment
- Flexible working hours with a flexitime model
- Modern work equipment and a pleasant working environment at our Munich location
- Corporate Benefits: Access to exclusive employee discounts with a wide range of partners
- JobRad: Opportunity to lease a bicycle through our company bike leasing program
- Wellpass: Employer contribution towards a wide range of sports and health activities
- Subsidized canteen meals: Enjoy discounted meals in our company canteen
- Childcare allowance: Financial support towards kindergarten and after-school childcare costs
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.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Product Engineering, or a comparable technical field
- Alternatively, a state-certified technician qualification or comparable technical background
- Chinese language skills for regular communication with Chinese-speaking stakeholders
- Very good English language skills
- Understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and mechanical design principles
- Experience or exposure to 2D and 3D CAD tools through professional experience, internships, university projects, or similar practical work
- Good communication and presentation skills
- Proactive, structured, independent working style and strong teamwork
- Knowledge of engineering design methods, simulation techniques, value analysis, and Design of Experiments
- Experience creating manufacturing- and standards-compliant technical designs and drawings
- Knowledge of automotive seating design and CATIA
- Familiarity with FMEA, GD&T, APQP, and PPAP
What the Team is Saying
Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, vision, prescription, disability, and life insurance are widely offered, and feedback suggests the core medical coverage and provider access are strong with solid plan options. These elements are consistently cited as a standout of the overall package.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company matching and, in some cases, profit sharing are described as part of the U.S. offering. Feedback suggests these programs add meaningful long‑term value to total compensation.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Performance bonuses, quarterly bonus checks, and profit‑sharing programs are frequently referenced across locations. Feedback suggests these incentives can materially boost overall earnings when available.
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.
