Estimator

Magna International; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Exteriors in Vaughan, Canada, is seeking a Tool Designer specializing in large tooling and mold design to support cost modeling and quoting.

You will develop cost models, create tooling matrices, and interface with customers to define project scope. The role requires a degree or equivalent and extensive mold design experience. A Toolmaker Certificate is an asset.

Join Magna Exteriors to contribute to automotive exterior systems and grow with a global team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and/or 8 years Tool Designer experience.
• Toolmaker Certificate is an asset.
• Extensive mold design experience (large size tooling) is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct cost analysis and improve estimating cost models for tooling.
• Develop new cost models for future product lines.
• Create and maintain tooling matrices for price comparison.
• Prepare and present comprehensive analysis of quotes vs actuals.
• Interface with customers to manage relationships and understand project scope.
• Ensure tooling documentation and communication meets quotation deadlines.

Skills

CAD software

3D modelling

Mold/tooling design

Excel VBA

Communication skills

Cost estimation process knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Toolmaker Certificate

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.

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

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.

Job Responsibilities

W age Range: 85 - 95K/Annually

• Conduct cost analysis for estimate versus actuals to improve estimating cost models for all product lines we manufacture or outsource
• Continually evaluate market trends to establish market values
• Create and maintain tooling matrices for price comparison and “cost walk” exercises
• Create Global RFQs (Request for Quotation) to be sent out to strategic partners in tooling for quotation
• Develop and complete objectives that fit the challenges and priorities of the business plan
• Develop conceptual tool layout from supplied part data/sketches/part prints including all required actions for demold
• Developing new cost models for future product lines
• Document concerns and assumptions for each tool with options
• Ensure a description of unwanted results or impact of the problem is clearly communicated as part of the problem solving process
• Ensure the effective communication of the scheduled day-to-day work, and expected results of all tasks to meet all quotation deadlines
• Ensure the Quick Quote Book and Market price calculator is up-to-date and actuate containing all quotation related information
• Interface with customers to manage relationships and clearly understand scope of estimating projects
• Learn to estimate new tool packages taking into consideration all variables of the quoting process (exchange rates, materials, labor etc.) to understand true cost for the purpose of generating customer quotes
• Participate in training of individuals to investigate costs and timing associated with the new ideas
• Possess a complete and comprehensive knowledge of GSS as it pertains to the importing of Cost Models and other quotations and making required changes with the adding or subtracting of components
• Prepare and present and review comprehensive analysis for comparing quoted materials and hours against the actual job performance. Provide trends and directional information to the management team which will highlight errors / continuous improvement to reduce costs
• Review each completed tool to estimate and make recommendations; document concerns

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and/or 8 years Tool Designer experience (preferably with large tooling)
• Toolmaker Certificate, an asset

Experience

• Extensive mold design experience (large size tooling) with an emphasis on part/tooling feasibility

Skills

• Proficient in use of CAD software for evaluating and storing of data files, draft analysis and cutting section views
• Proficient in use of CAD software including the creation of 3D surface/solid models
• Complete and comprehensive knowledge of the estimating and program management processes
• Complete knowledge of theories and principals used in mould design, build and machining processes, and an understanding of the differences between the injections moulding process, RIM moulding process, and various specialized moulding or forming processes
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office with excellent Excel skills (including VBA capability)
• Sound financial and business knowledge Excellent multi-tasker
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills – verbal and written
• Communication in a second language (Spanish, Mandarin, German), an asset

Competencies

• Ability to perform well in high-pressure situations
• Well-developed organizational and time management skills

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

Magna Exteriors