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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.
The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.
Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Process Development Engineer (Assembly) applies Manufacturing, Engineering and analytical principles to the development of global manufacturing processes. The Process Development Engineer (Assembly) will be responsible for designing, developing, implementing and optimizing manufacturing assembly processes. This involves defining processes, selecting equipment, cooperation with vendors, troubleshooting issues, and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Function as an assembly development specialist and assembly subject matter expert with an expertise in related technologies, materials, machines, product design and tooling.
Create efficient and cost-effective assembly processes, including workflow, equipment layout, and tooling.
Communicate/coordinate projects between divisions, sales, targeted programs, customer needs and corporate representative on behalf of the Manufacturing strategy department.
Identify design improvements and create design specifications for a variety of complex product components to obtain operational, cost, quality, and/or manufacturing feasibility improvements.
Contribute to the standardization, provide technical documentation, present findings, and assist in the development of global assembly best practices and standards
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
Understanding of assembly solution, machines, systems, and operations (welding, milling, bonding, punching, etc)
Other Job Elements:
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Skills/Special Knowledge - University degree related to Manufacturing or Engineering. Equivalent job experience also acceptable.
Physical Demands/Work Environment - Normal amount of sitting or standing, average mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer, will require travel (domestic and international) when needed. Travel may last weeks at a time.
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.
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.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Regular / Permanent
Magna Exteriors
