Tooling Engineer

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Milton, ON, CAN
Hybrid
90K-102K Annually
Senior level
Automotive • Hardware • Robotics • Software • Transportation • Manufacturing
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The Role
The Tooling Engineer provides technical support for tooling and die manufacturing in automotive production, ensuring quality, timely delivery, and compliance with standards.
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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:
Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.
Job Responsibilities:
POSITION SUMMARY:
Assist Program Managers in providing technical and administrative support for new program launches and current production operations for tools and dies used in the manufacturing of stamped metal components and assemblies.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • Tool and Die Maker with minimum 5 years' experience beyond completion of formal apprenticeship.
  • Minimum 5 years in Project Management or in a leadership role involving follow-up on tools and dies using timelines and open issues matrixes to ensure timely delivery of high-quality low-cost tooling.
  • Capable of reading and interpreting customer parts drawings and specifications including material specs, performance expectations and GD&T using CAD.
  • Must be proficient in the use of all forms of measurement tools used in the automotive stamping industry including vernier calipers, micrometers, checking fixtures and attribute gauges.
  • Must be able to travel internationally to support any project/customer requirements.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Products and working knowledge of CAD Systems.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Support new business quotes with part feasibilities, and costing; be able to calculate coil strip widths and feed lengths, set number of stations required, estimate tonnage requirements, run and interpret stamping simulations, and formulate detailed RFQs.
  • Assist Program Managers by quoting, assessing and coordinating engineering changes driven by the customer and internal activities.
  • Performing tool shop visits to ensure timely delivery of high-quality production tools and dies.
  • Conduct die design reviews with the cross functional team ensuring the Karmax Heavy Stamping Die Standards are being adhered to while providing a robust design which givens consideration to both part quality, production capabilities and maintenance of the tool.
  • Ensure tool shops are providing updated timelines to ensure timelines to ensure timely delivery of the sample parts and completed tools.
  • Co-ordinate and conduct tool tryouts in Karmax presses to support pre-production requirements and buy-off procedures.
  • Support material utilization and CI/CR activities for continuous improvement.
  • Ensure that he/she is in full compliance with the laws of Ontario and/or any other location while representing Karmax during the use of Karmax provided equipment.
  • Work within the guidelines of the Karmax Associate Handbook.
  • IATF16949 and ISO14001 awareness and adherence.
  • Lean Manufacturing and 5S concepts awareness and adherence.
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and workplace safety.
  • Accepts personal responsibility to plan and conduct their work safety in compliance with the Occupational Health & Safety Act as well as company policies and guidelines.
  • Responsible for good housekeeping in your area.
  • Other duties as required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
  • Must be able to work in various locations within and outside the Manufacturing Plant
  • Must be able to work outside of normal office hours to meet needs of assigned departments of responsibility with a Minimum amount of Supervision
  • Lifting up to 20 kgs
  • Exposed periodically to elements such as temperature and noise
  • Office environment within a manufacturing operation

Benefits At Karmax Heavy Stamping, company culture is central to the work experience. Employees at Karmax enjoy many different company benefits including:
  • A great work experience with a diverse and dedicated workforce
  • A strong focus on safety and health and wellness (fitness membership discounts, subsidized cafeteria, and year-round access to a private park)
  • Ten (10) Emergency paid days
  • Six (6) paid personal days
  • Competitive extended health benefits
  • Group RRSP matching program
  • Profit Sharing Plan
  • Team appreciation lunches and events
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Continuous Improvement and Development Culture

Base Salary Range: $90,000 to $102,000
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.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Cosma International

Skills Required

  • Tool and Die Maker with minimum 5 years' experience
  • Minimum 5 years in Project Management or leadership role
  • Capable of reading and interpreting customer parts drawings and specifications
  • Proficient in measurement tools used in automotive stamping
  • Must be able to travel internationally
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and working knowledge of CAD Systems

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Magna International Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Profit sharing is formalized in the corporate constitution, allocating a portion of qualifying pre‑tax profits to employees and typically delivered in cash and/or Magna equity. This structure is positioned as unusually strong for a large manufacturer.
  • Healthcare Strength Core U.S. coverage includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, plus flexible spending accounts and an Employee & Family Assistance Program. The breadth of this lineup aligns with mainstream comprehensive employer healthcare.
  • Retirement Support Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match and profit‑sharing eligibility, with some regions/plants still maintaining defined‑benefit pensions. This mix provides multiple avenues for long‑term savings beyond base pay.

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The Company
HQ: Aurora, Ontario
171,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1957

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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