Project Engineer

Magna International; Brampton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International, Cosma Division, in Brampton, Canada, seeks a seasoned engineer to lead R&D projects across automotive systems. You will collaborate with internal teams and Cosma divisions to drive innovative designs and ensure manufacturability.

The role requires coordinating milestones, budgets, testing, and validation, plus hands-on work with automation, machine vision, and data analytics tools to deliver practical solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Software, or Systems Design Engineering.
• 5–15 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, SPC.
• Strong organization and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support R&D projects with Cosma divisions.
• Manage milestones, resources, budgets, and issues.
• Conduct research and data analysis for innovative designs.
• Oversee testing, fabrication, and installation per specs.
• Drive continuous improvement and process optimization.
• Lead automation and machine vision development and deployment.

Skills

Project mgmt

Teamwork

Analytical

Problem solving

Communication

Quality standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Software, or Systems Design Engineering

Tools

DFMEA

DFA

DFM

GD&T

PowerBI

Grafana

Databricks

GitHub/Jira

Robot programming

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

• Lead and support R&D projects in collaboration with internal teams and Cosma divisions.
• Manage project milestones, resources, budgets, and escalated technical issues when necessary.
• Conduct research, benchmarking, and data analysis to develop innovative designs and concepts for automotive systems.
• Oversee testing, fabrication, and installation to ensure compliance with engineering designs and customer requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement by applying lessons learned, optimizing processes, and contributing to innovation initiatives.
• Perform hands‑on activities such as testing, and machine operation, including programming equipment like presses and laser cells.
• Perform engineering analyses such as DFMEA, DFA, DFM, and GD&T to optimize designs and ensure manufacturability.
• Define functional requirements, system specifications, and validation plans for automation and software‑based solutions.
• Lead and support the development, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement of automation, machine vision systems, and data‑driven applications.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Immediate, open position.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Software, or Systems Design Engineering
• 5-15 years of relevant experience in manufacturing industry
• Must be capable of handling projects from inception to completion with respect to timing, concept, feasibility, design, construction, try‑out, launch, and logistics.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (steel and non‑ferrous alloys); experience with automotive quality standards (APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, SPC).
• Excellent organizational, presentation, and report‑writing skills; ability to collaborate effectively in a team and communicate complex ideas clearly.
• Knowledge of sheet metal (steel and aluminum) components required.
• Process and manufacturing knowledge covering forming, joining, and quality.
• Basic understanding of metallurgy in the areas of steel & non‑ferrous alloys.
• Demonstrated skills in troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and process optimization.
• Experience with control systems, robotics programming, and integration; ability to create and interpret electrical schematics; software development experience is a plus.
• Experience with GitHub, Jira or other version control and collaborative software development tools.
• Experience with machine vision, image processing or AI/ML systems.
• Experience with PowerBI, Grafana, Databricks or other data analytics tools.

Total Compensation

• $79,500 - $129,000

General Expectations

• Continuously adhere to and apply the Magna Employee’s Charter, the Magna Corporate Constitution, and the Cosma Way of Thinking in all aspects of position and interaction with others.
• Appreciate and maintain proper level of confidentiality.
• Understand, promote and work by Promatek’s vision statement.
• Work in a safe, organized, effective, efficient and proactive manner.
• Able to work overtime, including afternoon, evening shifts and weekends as required.
• Travel may be required occasionally. Note: some of the travel may be outside North America. Must have valid passport and driver’s license.
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively within a team environment.

Working Conditions

• Industrial and manufacturing environment.
• Health & Safety: Work in a safe, organized, effective, efficient and proactive manner. Ensure all safety and non‑safety plant rules and regulations are followed. Ensure adherence to established quality and housekeeping standards. Review and adhere to Promatek’s health & safety, environmental, operating procedures, and policies.
• Understand and uphold the principles of Bill 168 which prohibits domestic violence, workplace violence, and workplace harassment.
• In addition to the above, the duties include those specified under the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Sec. 28.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment

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

We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people. In the right environment, your ideas can turn into industry‑changing automotive technologies and improve the lives of people around the world.

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