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What we offer:Job Responsibilities:
The student will work with the Mechatronics Systems Engineering group to support vehicle calibration, testing, and data analysis activities, while also contributing to system-level development. This team focuses on defining and optimizing control strategies to ensure vehicle performance meets desired outcomes on current and future production programs.
Team Summary:
The Mechatronics Systems Engineering group is responsible for vehicle-level system verification, calibration, and testing to support new product launches, current product enhancements, and future driveline innovations. In addition, the team defines and develops the mechatronic system—covering control algorithms and electrical architecture—for innovative and leading-edge driveline applications. They work closely with customer and internal requirements, as well as hardware component technologies, to deliver robust design solutions and maintain best practices for mechatronic system development and software control logic. The team also contributes to the development of test methods, procedures, and custom equipment for both vehicle and system-level validation.
Key Responsibilities:- Contribute to design and development of eDrive architecture by understanding system requirements and subsystem requirements related to the inverter/ eMotor system from both external and internal sources.
- Perform inverter/ eMotor system requirements analysis and support modeling to define the optimum inverter/ eMotor system design.
- Carry out competitor analysis (benchmarking) of different inverter/ eMotor system solutions in the transportation market.
- Expected Learning Outcomes:
- Learn about Engineering principals and Magna culture and apply classroom knowledge to a practical, real life application.
- Be an active contributor to the eDS group to advance the progress of Magna’s electrified products.
- Advance the knowledge of the automotive industry, specifically electrified powertrains, and driveline components.
- Learn about the detailed design and development of inverter/ eMotor system technologies for eDrive applications.
- Participate in vehicle and system-level testing using standardized methods and practices, including data acquisition and analysis.
- Support the development, documentation, and verification of mechatronic system control software strategies through simulation, calibration, vehicle evaluation, and peer reviews.
- Collect and analyze data from vehicles, test bench, dyno, and manufacturing environments; assist in root cause investigations and issue resolution.
- Collaborate with the vehicle applications team to define and refine software control logic and calibration strategies.
- Adhere to established quality management systems and follow all relevant policies, procedures, and operational guidelines.
- Maintain a working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure safe execution of tasks for self and others.
- Contributes to the development of test methods, procedures, and custom equipment for validation activities.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Expected Learning Outcomes:
- Working knowledge of data acquisition tools and techniques.
- Exposure to simulation and analysis using MATLAB.
- Understanding of electromechanical systems used in driveline applications.
- Practice and maintain integrity while following Magna’s Charter and Constitution.
- Follow Magna’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.
- Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (IATF 16949).
- Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality, efficiency and reduce cost.
- Comply with safety policies and procedures to ensure duties of self are performed in a safe manner.
- Health & Safety responsibilities:
- Understand applicable Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures in the workplace.
- Report unsafe conditions immediately.
- Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage immediately.
- Follow safety rules.
- Comply with requirements for the use or operation of machines or equipment.
- Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
- Create a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge.
- Develop and maintain a responsive and cooperative working relationship with internal and external customers.
- Treat everyone with dignity, trust and respect.
- Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
- Comply with Magna’s information and data protection policies
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
- Participate in vehicle and system-level testing including data acquisition and analysis.
- Support development, documentation, and verification of mechatronic control software strategies through simulation, calibration, vehicle evaluation, and peer reviews.
- Collect and analyze data from vehicles, test bench, dynamometer, and manufacturing environments; assist in root cause investigations.
- Collaborate with vehicle applications team to define and refine software control logic and calibration strategies.
- Adhere to established quality management systems and related policies (IATF 16949).
- Maintain working knowledge of safety policies, PPE requirements, and safe execution of tasks.
- Contribute to development of test methods, procedures, and custom equipment for validation activities.
- Working knowledge of data acquisition tools and techniques.
- Exposure to simulation and analysis using MATLAB.
- Understanding of electromechanical systems used in driveline and eDrive applications (inverter/eMotor systems).
- Perform inverter/eMotor system requirements analysis and support modeling efforts.
- Carry out competitor analysis (benchmarking) of inverter/eMotor system solutions.
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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.
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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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Majority of roles are hybrid with flexibility. Please speak with our recruiting team for specific details on hybrid work.
