Engineering Co-Op Student

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

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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:

Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.

Job Responsibilities:

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3rd or 4th year of University working towards an Engineering degree or equivalent
• Some product design and CAD design experience, proficiency in mechanical drafting
• Strong documentation, organizational & project management skills
• Strong leadership, problem-solving & analytical skills
• Must be able to communicate fluently in both written and spoken English.
• Must have good organizational skills, be a self-starter, team player and an active listener

Vacancy: Immediate, Open Position

Annual Compensation Range: $25/hour

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drawing creation, update, review, release, etc. from rough concepts up to detail/final drawings considering tolerance/fits, GD&T, and MSM/Customer specifications.
• Trial coordination, data analysis, and follow up
• Coordination of outside vendors (sub-contracted testing, processing of parts, supply of components, etc.)
• Cycle time studies and bottleneck identification
• Problem solving including root cause investigation, data analysis, and presentation
• Assist in equipment design, build, installation, and commissioning
• Assist in workcell layout and improvement projects
• Ergonomic assessment and improvement
• Tooling and gauging design, build, and implementation
• Shipping of parts, tooling, etc.
• Support with continuous improvement, suggestion program, quality improvement, and cost reduction projects
• Initiate and embrace company change
• Maintain proper filing system to ensure all information is properly stored and easily retrieved Comply and participate in monthly Health & Safety Quiz
• Provide Engineering support to other departments as directed by the Engineering Manager or designate

AI Disclosure:

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may artificial intelligence (AI) tool to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely with our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

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. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

Worker Type:

Student / Co-Op

Group:

Magna Powertrain