Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Automotive Powertrain

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

Job summary

Magna Powertrain in Canada is seeking a skilled Engineering professional to plan, direct, and optimize manufacturing processes in a high-volume environment. You will develop and implement equipment specifications, oversee tooling and gauging procurement, and drive process improvements aligned with IATF16949 and ISO14001 standards.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, problem-solving using statistics, and leadership in NCR/8D corrective actions, with extensive CAD knowledge and

Qualifications

• University Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
• 5–7 years experience in the automotive industry, preferably with metal forming exposure.
• Familiar with core tools: Statistical Analysis, DOE, SPC, Measurement Analysis, FMEA, RCA, APQP, GD&T, Blueprint Reading, and basic measuring techniques.
• Working CAD knowledge with SolidWorks or DraftSight.
• Knowledge of QS9000 / IATF16949 and ISO14001 procedures.
• Experience with team-based problem-solving using statistical methods.
• Strong organizational and communication skills for advisory roles and meetings.
• Knowledge of robotics controls, stamping, CNC, and related manufacturing equipment is a plus.
• fluent written and spoken English.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes in an industrial plant; improves methods and controls quality.
• Gate keeper to ensure robust process design for high-volume production before launch.
• Define and develop specifications, statements of work, and procurement of equipment.
• Design and procure tooling, fixtures, gauging to meet process requirements.
• Develop and maintain plans for new equipment implementation and plant layouts.
• Maintain documentation to support divisional requirements such as IATF16949, Q1, and ISO14001.

Skills

Statistical Analysis

Design of Experiments

SPC

Measurement Analysis

FMEA

Root Cause Analysis

APQP

GD&T

Blueprint Reading

Basic Measuring Techniques

CAD (SolidWorks/DraftSight)

QS9000/IATF16949 & ISO14001

Team problem solving methods

Education

University Degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

DraftSight

Job description

Magna Powertrain in Canada is seeking a skilled Engineering professional to plan, direct, and optimize manufacturing processes in a high-volume environment. You will develop and implement equipment specifications, oversee tooling and gauging procurement, and drive process improvements aligned with IATF16949 and ISO14001 standards.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, problem-solving using statistics, and leadership in NCR/8D corrective actions, with extensive CAD knowledge and