Engineering Manager

Magna International; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International’s Cosma division in Meadowvale seeks an experienced leader to drive manufacturing engineering activities, including process design, equipment installation, and new technology integration. You will build a strong team, manage budgets, and ensure readiness for prototype and production launches.

You will lead compliance with TS16949/ISO14001, drive continuous improvement, and align with divisional KPIs while maintaining safety, quality and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or diploma or equivalent related experience.
• Minimum 8–10 years of leadership in automotive/manufacturing.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and professional conduct.
• Ability to work flexible hours and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing engineering activities, including process design and equipment implementation.
• Manage process changes, documentation, and new technology integration.
• Support operational performance with engineering expertise and analysis.
• Build and lead an empowered team to meet budgets and KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental programs.
• Direct hiring/training plans across plant/program launches.
• Collaborate with leadership to meet customer delivery requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical mindset

Team leadership

Professionalism

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Education

Engineering Degree/Diploma

Tools

MS Office

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:

Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market.

Job Responsibilities:

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Salary Range: $140,000 - $155,000 per year.
• Manage the Manufacturing Engineering activities, including but not limited to:
  • lead engineering launch teams through process design, procurement, installation and commissioning of new equipment in compliance with legislation
  • lead internal and external process change management process and activities
  • lead manufacturing process development with documentation management
  • lead new technology development and integration
  • supporting operational performance with engineering expertise and analysis
• Builds an effective and empowered team that has the skills and motivation to generate quality output while meeting departmental and divisional goals
• Holds Team Members accountable to meet performance expectations and to comply with all operational procedures and policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook, Quality, Safety and Environmental Programs (ie. TS16949, ISO14001) and takes appropriate corrective action
• Achieves company budgets and targets to maximize profitability
• Develops and implements action plans for EOS (Employee Opinion Survey)
• Actively participates as a dynamic and progressive member of the leadership team to strengthen Meadowvale’s ability to perform and grow to meet its maximum group potential
• Meets the customers delivery requirements without a shutdown throughout prototype and production requirements
• Meets all APQP requirements throughout divisional and program launches
• Conducts department meetings
• Provides formal and informal performance feedback to Team Members
• Plan and direct the efficient utilization of all equipment and manpower
• Investigate and participate in the review of new potential integrators capabilities and be an active part of the decision process for integrator price negotiation and selection
• Promotes and leads continuous improvements and cost reduction opportunities
• Implements and maintains all department plans for hiring and training throughout all plant and program launches.
• Develops Team Members through coaching and mentoring
• Develops, maintains and enhances the elements of SPQP in support of our unique Meadowvale culture
• Meets the Divisions overall Key Performance Indicators, as set out in the Divisions plan as approved by the Corporation and Magna.
• Complies with duties and responsibilities as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act and ensures appropriate corrective action is taken when violations occur
• Follows and complies with all Operational Procedures and Policies as outlined in the Employee Handbook, Quality and Environment programs (i.e. TS16949, ISO14001)
• Understands, promotes and lives by Magna’s philosophies and Employee Charter
• Adheres to Meadowvale’s core values, integrity, respect, trust, honesty, fairness and loyalty
• Follows Magna’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.
• Performs all duties in an environmentally responsible manner in accordance with the Meadowvale’s Environmental Policy
• Performs other duties as required

LEADER HEALTH AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains safety standards of equipment and work area and perform all duties in a safe manner in accordance with the safety policies of Meadowvale.
• Performs all Supervisory duties in a safe manner in accordance with Section 27 of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations for Industrial Establishments Duties of Supervisor
• Performs all duties in a safe manner in accordance with Section 28 of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulation 851 for Industrial Establishments Duties of Workers

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum eight (8) to ten (10) years of leadership experience, in an automotive or manufacturing environment, is an asset
• Engineering Degree/Diploma or equivalent combination of education and applicable work-related experience
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Ability to work in a professional manner
• Ability to be flexible in hours of work to meet internal/external customer requirements including overtime
• Ability to uphold confidentiality
• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively in a team environment

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Analytically-minded with solid organizational and communication skills able to meet prescribed deadlines, sometimes under pressure.
• Provides direction, motivation and sets an example through open communication and modeling best practices providing appropriate feedback, support and resources to improve effectiveness of individuals and teams.
• Understands the key processes and systems within the organization related to their work flow while consistently seeking ways to improve outcomes and enhance results.
• Possesses the knowledge and leadership skills to ensure the Engineering department is able to adapt and innovate to meet changing customer demands.
• Able to work without supervision
• Works outside of regular administration hours when necessary to meet deadlines

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 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 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.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Cosma International