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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:Department
EB-Exterior System
Designation
SR. DESIGN ENGINEER
Grade
E1
Role Purpose
Design and development of automotive Exterior TRIM
Reporting to
Sr. Manager / section manager / Tech lead
Responsibilities/ task
Key Responsibilities with brief description according to priority
- Design, development of exterior products like Bumper system, FEM, claddings, spoiler & rocker moldings, Glazing, Wiper/Mirrors etc.
- Should be able to design and develop the master section, concept detailing independently.
- Candidate should have executed at least couple of related engineering projects throughout the product lifecycle.
- creation and modification of CAD models and drawings in required CAD software (Catia-V5)
- To follow defined Magna Steyr processes, customer standards and maintain quality and delivery targets in day-to-day customer deliveries.
- Customer data management
- Perform quality check as per established guidelines.
- Guide, support and train Engineers & Junior Engineers in day-to-day design activities.
- Whenever required take responsibility of a product and manage small team to execute the tasks.
- Should be Flexible enough to take the job assignment at any customer location (Domestic & Global assignment) as mentioned in the appointment letter.
.Key Performance Indicators
- On time delivery
- Zero quality issue
- Process compliance 100 %
Role Requirement (Expectations)
Level (mention desired level for each skill set)
Educational Qualification
B.E., in Mechanical or Production or Industrial Engineering (college of technology / university OR
Post Diploma / Diploma in Mechanical or Production or Industrial Engineering (college of technology / university)
No. of years of work experience
6.0 to 9.0 Years
Critical Skill Sets (Technical)
·Good knowledge in CATIA V5 (3D + 2D).- Exposure to automotive engineering and design.
- Team orientation and willingness to learn new skills.
- CAD-CATIA V5 (3D+2D) skills
- More than 6 years of total professional experience
- Experience of automotive plastic product design
3.5 to 5
Critical Skill Sets (Behavioral)
Good behavioral and attitude skill.
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Proficiency in languages
English / Hindi. German will be added advantage.
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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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Production, or Industrial Engineering, or a post-diploma/diploma in one of these disciplines
- 6 to 9 years of relevant work experience
- More than 6 years of total professional experience
- Good knowledge of CATIA V5 for 3D and 2D design
- Experience in automotive engineering and design
- Experience designing automotive plastic products
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- English and Hindi language proficiency
- German language proficiency
- Ability to guide, support, and train engineers and junior engineers
- Willingness to accept domestic and global customer assignments
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.
