Applications Engineer

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What we offer:

Group Summary:

Immediate open position

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• P.Eng. designation is preferred
• Automotive Product Development experience (Mechanisms and/or Structures)
• Red X or 6σ training would be an asset

DESIRABLE ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

(Optional) – Preferred but not required

• Ability to work successfully in a fast-paced team environment with minimum supervision
• Excellent knowledge of APQP, FMEA, DVP&R, GD&T, PPAP and other core tools
• Excellent interpersonal, written and communication skills
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes/systems (Stamping, Moulding, Assembly, Welding)
• Strong presentation and analytical skills
• Maintain a valid passport and flexible to travel to customer sites in North America and abroad
• Automotive manufacturing experience

MAIN TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Compensation: $80,000 - 90,000 annually
• Provide Application Engineering support for New Program Launches
• Audit external designs for feasibility and adherence to established best practices
• Participate in Critical Design Review events and support closure of open product design issues
• Review and confirm engineering disciplines including (but not limited to)
• Component and Assembly Detail Drawings
• GD&T call outs and tolerance stack-ups
• Finite Element Structural Analysis
• DVP&R and Customer/Internal Specifications
• FMEA and Control Plans
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering team on DFM/DFA endeavors
• Support warranty reduction activities with a design focus
• Work with stakeholders to identify, validate and launch product cost reduction opportunities
• Assist Quality and Manufacturing teams with root cause analysis and permanent corrective action implementation

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.