Designer

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.

Group Summary: The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent vision systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise lights the path to innovation, safety and styling.

Job Responsibilities:

• Generally assigned to create and revise complex components and assemblies. Assignments will include programs with existing and new customers, the introduction of new technology, accelerated development cycles and integrated product lines.
• Support Project Engineers by independently generating studies and concept sketches for the purpose of understanding, communicating, or overcoming technical issues.
• Consults and collaborates with personnel on various Engineering and Design activities related to the product development process.
• Generates innovative solutions to problems that resolve issues on projects as well as open potential avenues to new products/patents/cost savings.
• Develops CAD designs (3D & 2D) based on internal and customer input/requirements, and following internal guidelines/best practices. Complexity of the design may extend up to vehicle system level.
• Can execute basic engineering calculations and kinematic studies using product standards and individual knowledge.
• Works with Analysts to provide data necessary for CAE studies, and optimizes designs based on results.
• Strong understanding of dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T). Able to independently devise dimensioning schemes that suit fit & function of parts while accounting for mating condition to other components in an assembly.
• Able to act as a liaison to customer/supplier, if placed in an off-site assignment.
• Provides technical guidance and mentoring as needed to other Designers regarding CAD/Drafting best practices and design principles.
• Ensures accurate execution of assignments related to Engineering Change Notices while maintaining proper revision levels and change sequencing.
• Possesses advanced skills in CAD techniques (e.g. solid modelling, assembly management/manipulation, drafting, parametrics, kinematics, etc.).
• Follows CAD file management best practices, and individual CAD file data integrity, based on company standards.
• Understands and follows existing policies, procedures, work instructions and standards and makes recommendations for continuous improvements.

Salary Range: $60,000-$90,000 Annual

Qualifications & Skills:

• Completion of post-secondary diploma/certificate or degree in Engineering or a related field of study is required.
• Professional Engineer (P. Eng) Designation preferred.
• A minimum of 4 years of diversified component and assembly design experience with knowledge of advanced techniques.
• Experience with CATIA V5 strongly preferred.
• Good communication skills: verbal and written.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to successfully complete multiple tasks within established and changing deadlines.
• Able to use word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, project management and database software applications.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Able to present technical information in a clear manner.
• Able to apply academic and other engineering principles in the development of automotive components and utilize math-based tools (e.g. Dimensional management, Kinematics, etc.).

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.