Manufacturing Engineer

Magna International Inc; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive sector is seeking an experienced engineer to lead various engineering projects. The successful candidate will oversee project phases, coordinate tooling designs, and implement efficiency improvements. This role requires a strong engineering background, ideally with CAD skills, and the ability to work dynamically across teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related experience in lean manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes required.
• Experience with CAD tools is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects ensuring timely completion and budget adherence.
• Monitor project progress and conduct efficiency studies.
• Collaborate with departments to improve production efficiency.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Engineering Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

NX

Catia

Solidworks

MS Office

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Lead engineering projects from start to finish, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and alignment with customer requirements (PPAP and run at rate).
• Handle tasks across project phases, including timing, concept, feasibility studies, design, construction, and prototype programs.
• Monitor and follow-up on project progress with leadership to ensure goals are met.
• Conduct manpower efficiency studies using time and motion analysis, standard data, and other methodologies (e.g., MOST, Cosma CTC charts).
• Develop line balancing, manpower, and machine charts for flexible and efficient workflows.
• Support and contribute to continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
• Work with all departments and customers to design solutions that improve production efficiency, ergonomics, safety, and maintenance.
• Assist in creating and implementing material handling solutions (e.g., aisle layouts, bin placement, and dunnage assists).
• Review, monitor, and coordinate tooling design, build, approval process, and capital budgeting.
• Oversee equipment relocation and installation, ensuring effective integration into the Meadowvale plant.
• Assist with the setup of preventative maintenance programs for new equipment.
• Resolve quality concerns and support quick resolution of open issues within the engineering department.
• Manage and implement customer-approved engineering changes, ensuring accurate part-level communications, physical updates, and process modifications
• Collaborate with production departments, customers, and vendors to design packaging solutions that optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Review and coordinate custom packaging designs, including the build, approval process, and capital budgets.
• Prepare and maintain reports, charts, and other documentation for engineering projects.
• Keep plant layouts updated and support new business quoting processes by offering packaging recommendations and design concepts.
• Control CAD storage and manage the importing/exporting of CAD data.
• Create and review GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) specifications for parts and assemblies

Core Competencies:

• Must have a positive attitude and be able to motivate others.
• Must have a great set of analytical skills that allow to solve problems in an efficient way.
• Can delegate and manage multiple projects at any given time.
• Must have good organizational skills to attend to multiple tasks simultaneously
• Must exhibit high integrity and honesty.
• Ability to prepare, read, write and interpret reports, instructions and procedures.
• Able to clearly and effectively respond to questions from management and customers.
• Ability to effectively and appropriately present information and respond to questions for various groups.
• Demonstrate a growth mindset. Possess curiosity and sees failure as a learning opportunity

Education/Experience:

• Engineering Degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a related role within a lean manufacturing environment (preferably automotive).
• Experience with CAD tools (AutoCAD, NX, Catia, Solidworks) is required.
• Experience in project management and cost/quote development is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, including man/machine chart development, weld balancing, and operator timing.
• Knowledge of tooling design for assembly and stamping dies.
• Familiarity with safety standards (e.g., Z432, Reg 851, Reg 213) is preferred.
• Experience with engineering analysis tools such as PFMEA, DFMEA, 8D, and quality assurance methodologies.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and basic understanding of AutoCAD.
• Strong leadership and technical expertise, with a focus on mentoring and guiding junior engineers.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with cross-functional teams, customers, and external suppliers.
• Ability to lead projects and collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated, tenacious, and results-oriented, with the ability to uphold confidentiality.
• Ability to work overtime as needed to meet customer requirements.