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What we offer:Job Responsibilities:
Recommended Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Software, or Systems Design Engineering
- 5-15 years of relevant experience in manufacturing industry
- Must be capable of handling projects from inception to completion with respect to timing, concept, feasibility, design, construction, try-out, launch, and logistics.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (steel and non-ferrous alloys); experience with automotive quality standards (APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, SPC).
- Excellent organizational, presentation, and report-writing skills; ability to collaborate effectively in a team and communicate complex ideas clearly.
- Knowledge of sheet metal (steel and aluminum) components required.
- Process and manufacturing knowledge covering forming, joining, and quality.
- Basic understanding of metallurgy in the areas of steel & non-ferrous alloys.
- Demonstrated skills in troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and process optimization.
- Experience with control systems, robotics programming, and integration; ability to create and interpret electrical schematics; software development experience is a plus.
- Experience with GitHub, Jira or other version control and collaborative software development tools
- Experience with machine vision, image processing or AI/ML systems
- Experience with PowerBI, Grafana, Databricks or other data analytics tools
Job Responsibilities:
Total Compensation: $79,500 - $129,000
Immediate, open position
- Lead and support R&D projects in collaboration with internal teams and Cosma divisions.
- Manage project milestones, resources, budgets, and escalate technical issues when necessary.
- Conduct research, benchmarking, and data analysis to develop innovative designs and concepts for automotive systems.
- Oversee testing, fabrication, and installation to ensure compliance with engineering designs and customer requirements.
- Drive continuous improvement by applying lessons learned, optimizing processes, and contributing to innovation initiatives.
- Perform hands-on activities such as testing, and machine operation, including programming equipment like presses and laser cells.
- Perform engineering analyses such as DFMEA, DFA, DFM, and GD&T to optimize designs and ensure manufacturability.
- Define functional requirements, system specifications, and validation plans for automation and software-based solutions.
- Lead and support the development, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement automation, machine vision systems, and data-driven applications.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
General Expectations:
- Continuously adhere to and apply the Magna Employee’s Charter, the Magna Corporate Constitution, and the Cosma Way of Thinking in all aspects of position and interaction with others.
- Appreciate and maintain proper level of confidentiality.
- Understand, promote and work by Promatek’s vision statement.
- Work in a safe, organized, effective, efficient and proactive manner.
- Able to work overtime, including afternoon, evening shifts and weekends as required.
- Travel may be required occasionally. Note: some of the travel may be outside North America. Must have valid passport and driver’s license.
- Demonstrates ability to work effectively within a team environment.
Working Conditions:
- Industrial and manufacturing environment
Health & Safety:
- Work in a safe, organized, effective, efficient and proactive manner.
- Ensure all safety and non-safety plant rules and regulations are followed.
- Ensure adherence to established quality and housekeeping standards.
- Review and adhere to Promatek’s health & safety, environmental, operating procedures, and policies.
- Understand and uphold the principles of Bill 168 which prohibits domestic violence, workplace violence, and workplace harassment.
- In addition to the above, the duties include those specified under the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Sec. 28.
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 Mechanical, Mechatronics, Software, or Systems Design Engineering
- 5-15 years of relevant experience in manufacturing industry
- Ability to manage projects from inception through launch, including timing, feasibility, design, construction, try-out, and logistics
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (steel and non-ferrous alloys) and automotive quality standards (APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, SPC)
- Knowledge of sheet metal (steel and aluminum) components
- Process and manufacturing knowledge covering forming, joining, and quality
- Basic understanding of metallurgy for steel and non-ferrous alloys
- Demonstrated troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and process optimization skills
- Experience with control systems, robotics programming, and integration; ability to create and interpret electrical schematics
- Software development experience
- Experience with GitHub, Jira or other version control and collaborative software development tools
- Experience with machine vision, image processing or AI/ML systems
- Experience with PowerBI, Grafana, Databricks or other data analytics tools
- Experience performing DFMEA, DFA, DFM and using GD&T
- Ability to perform hands-on testing and machine operation, including programming presses and laser cells
- Excellent organizational, presentation, and report-writing skills; strong teamwork and communication abilities
- Valid passport and driver's license
- Ability to work overtime, including afternoon, evening shifts and weekends as required
What the Team is Saying
Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Medical plan choice includes Enhanced PPO, Standard PPO, and an Advantage HDHP with free preventive care and $0 Teladoc, with in‑network deductibles as low as $200 and out‑of‑pocket maximums starting at $2,000. Company‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability plus basic life/AD&D, along with enhanced dental/vision options in 2026, reinforce comprehensive coverage.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) design features automatic enrollment, a 3% nonelective company contribution after six months, and a 50% match on the first 6% employees contribute. Plan documents and recent filings corroborate this structure, and some divisions also highlight profit‑sharing as part of total rewards.
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Parental & Family Support — U.S. materials outline paid parental leave for non‑union employees (up to five consecutive weeks at 66 2/3% pay) that coordinates with STD/FMLA and allows PTO top‑ups. Mental health resources and an Employee & Family Assistance Program add family‑oriented support across plans.
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.
