Engineering Co-Op: CAD/Design & Powertrain Innovation

Magna International; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Magna Powertrain in Vaughan, Ontario is seeking a Student / Co-Op engineer to support product design, drawing creation, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role emphasizes CAD design, documentation, and collaboration across teams to advance powertrain projects.

You will contribute to drawings from concept to final, coordinate trials and vendor activities, and assist with layout and equipment commissioning. The position offers hands-on experience in a global auto-tech environment.

Qualifications

• 3rd or 4th year engineering student or equivalent.
• Some product design and CAD design experience; proficiency in mechanical drafting.
• Strong documentation, organizational and project management skills.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Fluent English communication, both written and spoken.
• Good organizational skills; self-starter, team player and active listener.

Responsibilities

• Create, update, review, and release drawings from concepts to final; consider tolerances, GD&T, and MSM/Customer specifications.
• Coordinate trials, analyze data, and follow up.
• Coordinate outside vendors for testing and parts supply.
• Conduct cycle-time studies and identify bottlenecks.
• Perform root-cause analysis and data-driven problem solving.
• Assist in equipment design, build, installation, and commissioning.
• Help with workcell layout and improvement projects.
• Support continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.
• Maintain filing system and participate in Health & Safety quizzes.
• Provide engineering support to other departments as directed.

Skills

Product design CAD experience

Mechanical drafting

Documentation & project management

Leadership & problem-solving

English communication

Organization & teamwork

Education

Engineering degree (3rd/4th year)

Job description

Magna Powertrain in Vaughan, Ontario is seeking a Student / Co-Op engineer to support product design, drawing creation, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role emphasizes CAD design, documentation, and collaboration across teams to advance powertrain projects.

You will contribute to drawings from concept to final, coordinate trials and vendor activities, and assist with layout and equipment commissioning. The position offers hands-on experience in a global auto-tech environment.