Mechatronics Engineering Co-op

What We Offer

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help 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 Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining 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.

• Generally assigned to support electromechanical systems, sub‑assemblies or components that are less complex in nature – carry over parts, existing business and/or minor modifications
• Receives assignments, preparation of simple plans, designs, calculations, costs, and bills of material in accordance with established codes, standards, drawings or other specifications (usually minor components of larger scope programs and projects)
• Support build of test boxes and retrofitting test fixture/vehicles with Closures electromechanical components, prototype part builds/teardowns. Deploy system analysis tools (Lab View, programmers, oscilloscopes, meters, analyzers, etc) to evaluate system performance
• Task may require soldering skills for wire harness assembly, pcb tear down and vehicle interaction. May involve programming (Python, C++) and vehicle communication protocols (UART, I2C, SPI, LIN, CAN, etc)
• Supports the complete development for the designated products including, but not limited to design, build and test activities, in accordance with standard operating procedures and the product delivery process
• May carry out routine technical surveys (benchmarking) or inspections and prepare reports
• Supports customer requirements, regulations and product specifications into the design of the designated products, ensuring compliance with operational, cost, timing, safety, reliability, quality, and manufacturing feasibility parameters
• Analyzes products and formulates engineering conclusions by the application of engineering and/or mathematical principles and tools
• With guidance from engineering management or senior engineering personnel is able to Analyze QFD, FEA, FMEA, DOE, VA/VE and DFM/DFA, as required
• Writes/compiles engineering content for the following deliverables: engineering specifications and documentation, including DVP&R’s, 8D’s, GD&T, BOM, prototype control plans, key product characteristics, engineering changes and work orders
• Consults and collaborates with personnel in various engineering and design activities relative to product development requirements
• Supports CAE activities (perform hand calculations)
• Supports effective communications within the project team and the customer, supplier, manufacturing and quality communities with guidance from engineering management or senior engineering personnel. Maintains all appropriate documentation
• Understands and follows existing policies, procedures, work instructions and standard and makes recommendations for continuous improvements
• Follows Magna’s Code of Conduct & Ethics and related compliance policies
• Perform other duties as required

$21.08 to $25.46 per hour

Replacement Co‑op student position, starting August 17, 2026

• Working towards Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics/Computer/Software/Mechatronics Engineering from accredited university
• Developing organizational skills and the ability to successfully complete multiple tasks within established and changing deadlines
• Basic competency in CAD
• Basic competency in ‘hands‑on’ bench work (mechanical hand tools, soldering, wiring, etc)
• Programming knowledge for embedded microcontrollers desired, (Arduino, Python, C programming an asset)

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.

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Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)

Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting