Engineer-Autonomy Control (Contract)

Magna International; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative mobility technology company is seeking an Engineer for an exciting contract role focused on autonomous driving systems. This position offers the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge automotive technologies, from testing and validating systems to collaborating with diverse teams on New Mobility projects. You'll play a crucial role in enhancing the performance of autonomous vehicles while ensuring safety and reliability. If you're passionate about technology and eager to contribute to a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant automotive experience.
• Experience in vehicle testing of ADAS/AD systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Testing and validating systems for autonomous driving.
• Conducting on-road tests and analyzing data.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Motivated to Learn

Education

Bachelor's or higher degree in Engineering

Experience with automotive OEM or Tier-1

Experience in series production of ADAS systems

Tools

CANape

CANalyzer

Matlab/Simulink

Job description

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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.

Group Summary

Magna is more than one of the world’s largest suppliers in the automotive space. We are a mobility technology company built to innovate, with a global, entrepreneurial-minded team. With 65+ years of expertise, our ecosystem of interconnected products combined with our complete vehicle expertise uniquely positions us to advance mobility in an expanded transportation landscape.

Job Responsibilities

This position will be responsible for testing, and validating the systems that enable autonomous driving (AD) of vehicles, robots, or other platforms. The main focus will include (but not limited to):
(1) verifying hardware and software setup, (2) conducting on-road tests and data logging, (3) analyzing data to identify issues, (4) resolving issues and enhancing AD performance. The role involves working closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop and optimize system strategies, integrate sensors and actuators, and ensure safety and reliability. It also involves planning, executing, and coordinating New Mobility projects with internal, external, supplier, and academic partners.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluation of technologies and product designs for compliance with standards and customer requirements
• Development of innovative components from concept through validation, prototyping, testing, and process evaluation
• Design and conduct research applying mechanics, thermodynamics, electronics, and materials principles
• Contribute ideas for product and process innovation and share information with team members
• Identify gaps in current technologies to guide R&D efforts
• Analyze engineering results and propose improvements
• Correlate experimental data with simulations
• Monitor project schedules, coordinate activities, and resolve issues
• Specify requests and coordinate subcontracted work, ensuring timely completion
• Collaborate with project engineers to clarify or resolve problems
• Maintain proper filing systems for all project information
• Provide engineering support across departments as needed
• Stay updated on developments in R&D programs
• Interpret technical specifications from OEMs
• Prepare project progress reports
• Utilize software tools for technical analysis
• Engage in continuing education to keep up with evolving technology
• Travel domestically and internationally as required
• Integrate and validate sensors like LiDAR, radar, and cameras
• Participate in vehicle testing and validation for control performance
• Troubleshoot sensor integration and control issues
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant automotive experience
• Experience in vehicle testing of ADAS/AD systems
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Motivated to learn new technologies and skills
• Good interpersonal skills and teamwork ability

Education / Experience

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, Aerospace, Robotics)
• Experience with automotive OEM or Tier-1 preferred
• Experience in series production of ADAS systems preferred

Special Knowledge / Skills

• Experience designing/testing ADAS systems like ACC, AEB, LKA
• Proficiency with automotive development tools such as CANape, CANalyzer, Matlab/Simulink
• Knowledge of ADAS/AD systems
• Ability to handle limit driving scenarios
• Strong English communication skills
• Driver’s license in Ontario/Canada

Additional Information

Magna promotes diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all candidates based on experience and qualifications, without discrimination. We handle personal data according to GDPR and local privacy laws. This is a 9-month contract position, full-time, in the engineering and IT sector, within the motor vehicle manufacturing industry. Seniority level: Mid-Senior. Worker type: Supplemental Worker. Group: Magna Corporate.