Designer; Advanced

Position: Designer (Advanced)
## Designer (Advanced)
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Concord, Ontario, CAtime type:
Full time posted on:
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* What we offer:

** 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.##

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Summary:

** 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.
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* Job Responsibilities:

** Wage Range: 37.00 to 40.00 / Hour
* Perform prescribed duties and responsibilities independently outlined in all levels up to and including level 3 for fascia tooling (hidden parting line and conventional) and trim type tooling (e.g. rockers, claddings, wheel flares etc.)
* Design tooling for large sized injection moulded parts  - fascias, rockers, claddings, wheel flares, etc.
* Participate in and support Continuous Improvement and WCM initiatives
* Adhere to applicable quality systems and Support the total division’s Management System (MAFACT, WCM, ISO-9001)
* Use standard library models to design tools that meet customer/division  specifications
* Assist in design of tooling at the direction of the Design Team Leader
* Manage single tool design projects when requested
* Collaborate with other Tycos design resources as required for confirmation of tool design concepts relative to part geometry
* Review tool designs produced by our strategic partners in tooling and provide feedback to ensure tools meet the expectations of our Magna Exteriors production facilities.  This is to support our global tooling initiative.
* Work closely with estimating and program managers to assist in the development of new tooling and engineering change quotes
* Participate in benchmarking of new tooling and equipment and provide accurate, timely feedback
* Analyze reports and department statistics
* Assist in the implementation of plans to control and maintain safety, quality, 5S, cost, and efficiency for assigned areas
* Manage engineering changes within design preparing and issuing files both internally and to outsources
* Work together with Design Team Leader to provide key date timing feedback to assist in the scheduling of production.
* Design water, boring mill and 3D contour features working collaboratively to ensure other design disciplines and design for manufacture (build/machine) are considered.
* Complete part feasibility studies on upcoming program parts to ensure all aspects are considered for tool design (cooling, steel condition, proper draft etc.)
* Effectively interact with all departments within the company - Design, Machining, Build, Scheduling and Management
* With Designer Team Leader supervision, conduct internal and external design reviews, document results of meetings and implement agreed upon actions
* Mentoring of Designer Trainee, L1 & L2 team members to assist in holistic designer development
* Flexibility to work outside of core hours as required to meet the demands on the engineering department
* Travel as required for investigational, benchmarking or training purposes
* Maintain confidentiality and integrity
* Participate in Risk Assessments of department processes and action plans for improvement
* Participate in the daily review of MAFACT, which includes:
* Safety standards and safety related items
* Quality standards and quality related items
* Cost and cost related…