Controls​/Automation Engineer

Job Responsibilities

• Function as a development specialist and Subject Matter Expert with expertise in PLC control systems design, robotics, and other control hardware and software, and related technologies.
• Identify and lead new development projects focusing on new technology concepts, cost savings, global activities and obtaining new business.
• Create & execute goals, timing and cost for project(s).
• Track & evaluate emerging technologies. Monitor and benchmark competitors.
• Communicate/coordinate projects between divisions, sales, targeted programs, customer needs and corporate representative on behalf of the Manufacturing strategy department.
• Assist with the selection, installation, and testing of manufacturing equipment.
• Support Exteriors and Sales group in pursuing new business including planning of Greenfields and Brownfields.
• Participate as a lead member of the Global Expert Team to coordinate development activities across all of Exteriors and Magna worldwide.
• Research, support, and implement new technologies for Magna Exteriors Manufacturing Processes.
• Identify design improvements and create design specifications for a variety of complex product components to obtain operational, cost, quality, and/or manufacturing feasibility improvements.
• Analyze highly complex design and process problems and formulate engineering conclusions by the application of engineering and/or mathematical principles.
• Consult with cross functional groups in various engineering activities relative to the design, prototype, and experimental construction of product components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, MP&L operations, IT/OT, and advanced robotics to align virtual models with real-world conditions.
• Troubleshoot complex situations involving multiple variables and conditions with minimum supervision.
• Contribute to the standardization, provide technical documentation, present findings, and assist in the development of global assembly best practices and standards.
• Follow operational procedures, work-standards, and divisional guidelines with minimum supervision.
• Implement Industry 4.0, IoT, machine learning, MES, and data analytics solutions.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, mechatronics, computer science, or a related field.
• Over 7 years of experience in assembly equipment, secondary equipment controls, and automation.
• Proficiency in PLC and robotics programming, along with related hardware component knowledge.
• Programming or scripting skills (e.g., Python, Java, SCL, or SQL) are a significant plus.
• Experience in automotive or high-volume manufacturing is preferred.
• The ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues during the assembly process is essential.
• Knowledge of assembly solutions, machines, systems, and operations (such as AI vision inspection, AGV/AMRs, Poka Yoke, welding, milling, bonding, punching, etc.) is a strong asset.
• Ability to work within cross-functional and cross-regional teams and manage multiple priorities.

• Represent our company professionally, and with a high level of integrity and enthusiasm.
• Develop customer relationships that support our ability to be successful.
• Effectively network and communicate to utilize resources within the company.
• Effective communication with Employees, Managers, Divisions and Customers globally.
• Keen to learn new and state-of-the-art technologies and processes for mass production applications.
• Ability to learn and utilize new software.
• Other job duties as required and/or assigned.

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.

University degree related to Manufacturing or Engineering. Equivalent job experience also acceptable.

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.

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Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent

Group:
Magna Exteriors