Program Engineer

• Maintain Prototype Part Inventory

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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.

Looking for a hands‑on engineering role where every project presents a new challenge? At Dex Sys, our Program Engineers are at the center of new product launches, collaborating with customers, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful program execution from prototype through production.

Our facility is proudly nicotine‑free, both professionally and personally. Nicotine and 10‑panel drug screenings are part of the pre‑employment process.

• Support the program manager as required to ensure a successful launch of assigned programs through the APQP process:
  • Lead the prototype and pre‑production build requirements for assigned programs and maintain a 100% on time delivery rating.
  • Interface and manage shipments via the customer pre‑production build ordering and shipping portal.
  • Assist in design and feasibility analysis by providing mock‑ups and prototype part development.
  • Participate in the training of production team members during start‑up phases as required.
  • Participate in launch team meetings as required.
  • Create all exploded views and BOM analysis for assigned programs.
  • Lead the analysis and corrective action process relative to part quality and part gaging and CMM issues, secondary fixtures, paint supports and tooling as directed by the program manager.
• Execute and implement engineering change process and ECNs – both internally and externally generated:
  • Lead the analysis and corrective action process for fit/dimensional problems, supplier issues, and other build concerns as directed by the program manager and Advanced Quality manager.
  • Conduct dimensional analysis and corrective action as required to support PPAP / ISIR, PTR, capability, and troubleshooting activity.
  • Participate in ECN change BOM audits and Program Info Sheet updates.
• Complete special projects, improvement ideas and assignments as directed by the APQP engineering manager and Program Manager:
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Perform and support all New Equipment Run Offs and mold and paint trials.
  • Maintain Prototype Part Inventory
  • Document internal tool validation cost analysis and reporting
  • Actively participate and contribute to VA/VE & other cost savings initiatives.
  • Provide cost and timing associated with assigned ECNs, supplier parts, gages and tooling as required to support program objectives as directed by the program manager
  • Maintain an up-to-date open issues tracking report using the format currently in place. Identify all action items requiring completion to successfully meet deadlines and follow‑up required to meet program timelines and milestones. Implement…