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What we offer:Job Responsibilities:
Major Responsibilities:
- Lead the ideation process on projects / assignments and identify gaps in the existing products and technologies to guide advanced strategy targets that are critical to Magna.
- Research latest advances in technology building blocks for automotive products & systems, software/data analytics methods and advanced manufacturing techniques.
- Lead, document, and present advances of the projects.
- Research latest advances in technology building blocks for automotive products & systems, software/data analytics methods and advanced manufacturing techniques.
Knowledge and Education:
- Degree in an Engineering or related field (B.Sc, MSc., optional Ph.D)
- Comprehensive understanding about automotive technology especially electrification
Special Knowledge / Skills:
- Strong technical and analytical competence in related areas with experience in simulation, design and development of automotive power electronics.
- Experience with innovating technologies and solving complex problems through research, development and demonstration activities.
- Experience of prototyping and testing power electronics circuits and testing e-drives on dynamometer test bench.
- Experience with development and integration of power electronics regarding mechanical, thermal, EMI/EMC as well as manufacturing
- Experience with development and implementation of novel controls methods into embedded systems
- Working knowledge of automotive data protocols and tools
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Review technical literature, state-of-the art technologies and market trends to stay informed about emerging and current technologies and methods
- Work with identified suppliers to analyse, test and integrate technologies into Magna products.
- Solve engineering challenges through innovative cutting edge solutions.
- Perform model-based simulation, design, analysis and optimization of complex systems using tools such as Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow, SPICE, PLECS, Ansys, Python or others.
- Analyze structures and magnetic components such as bus bars and high frequency transformers/inductors.
- Design PCBA schematics and layouts
- Develop concepts towards mechanical, thermal, EMI/EMC integration
- Support software, mechanical, systems, test, quality, and reliability engineers.
- Develop and implement controls into embedded systems for power electronics and e-drive testing incl coding and code generation including the use of modern AI based coding.
Work Experience:
- 5+ years of recent, in-depth, hands-on experience in a relevant field in the automotive industry
- Demonstrated ability to apply advanced principles/theories and contribute to the development of solutions to complex problems that require innovation and ingenuity.
- Demonstrated ability to recognize new science and technologies relevant within existing trends and business strategy and extend them into new applications.
- Demonstrated technical ability and creativity to initiate, direct, and control specific projects.
Skills and Competencies:
- Ability to work in global team-based environment incl up to 25% travel could be international or domestic
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Excellent professional communication skills (written and verbal) and good presence
- Strong strategic thinker with logical reasoning process.
- Self-motivated to complete assignments and be able to independently manage projects.
- Strong skills to find and screen valuable information from various data sources.
- Ability to involve in and contribute to technical discussions in the assigned work areas.
- Ability to summarize essential information in brief executive summary document.
- Ability to approach related engineering analysis from complete system engineering view.
- Ability to lead workpackages and lead projects.
- Work with internal and external teams to innovate, develop, integrate and technologies and methods.
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
- Degree in Engineering or related field (B.Sc or M.Sc)
- Ph.D (optional)
- 5+ years recent, in-depth, hands-on automotive experience
- Experience in simulation, design and development of automotive power electronics
- Prototyping and testing power electronics circuits and testing e-drives on dynamometer test bench
- Development and integration of power electronics regarding mechanical, thermal, EMI/EMC and manufacturing
- Development and implementation of novel control methods into embedded systems
- Working knowledge of automotive data protocols and tools
- Proficiency with Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow, SPICE, PLECS, Ansys, Python or similar tools
- Ability to design PCBA schematics and layouts
- Experience with AI-based coding and code generation for embedded systems
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Excellent professional written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in global teams and travel up to 25% (domestic or international)
What the Team is Saying
Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage alongside disability and life insurance, plus mental‑health support via an Employee & Family Assistance Program and wellness programs. Voluntary options such as pet and auto/home insurance further expand the health-related offering.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs feature a 401(k) with company match and profit sharing, with corporate filings confirming the U.S. 401(k) plan and employer contributions. Other long‑term levers like equity programs and performance bonuses add to wealth‑building potential.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Company materials highlight a total‑rewards commitment and programs such as donation‑matching and an employee disaster relief fund that provide added support. Work‑life and development elements (e.g., PTO, parental leave, flexible work, and tuition reimbursement) are presented for many roles.
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.
