Senior Tooling Engineer

Magna International; Kędzierzyn-Koźle; On-site; PLN 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

EEPPP

Healthcare coverage

Wellness program

Training opportunities

Global project exposure

International work environment

Career growth

Job summary

Magna International (Cosma Casting) seeks a seasoned engineer to design and optimize high‑pressure die casting tooling, cooling and vacuum systems. You will lead tooling improvements, ensure quality and cost targets, and collaborate with global teams across Europe and North America.

You will apply DFMEA/PFMEA, DFM, and GD&T to drive robust design, while managing supplier concepts and engineering tools to shorten lead times and improve yield. Fluency in English is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Several years of HPDC experience, preferably in automotive.
• Experience in die design, gating, runner, cooling, and tooling development.
• Strong HPDC fundamentals, tooling design principles, and defect prevention.
• Ability to assess manufacturability from drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD: AutoCAD, Siemens NX, Spinfire.
• Knowledge of MAGMASoft and/or Flow-3D (preferred).
• Strong GD&T understanding and DFMEA/PFMEA knowledge.
• Experience with DFM/VE and CI methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Hands-on manufacturing support, process optimization, and troubleshooting.
• English proficiency for collaboration across global teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize high-pressure die casting tooling to improve quality and yield.
• Develop die seal concepts and vacuum systems for performance and leakage reduction.
• Design and validate cooling systems for thermal balance and cycle efficiency.
• Drive tooling and process improvements across global casting operations.
• Enhance tooling performance via materials, coatings, and practices to extend die life.
• Establish global die/tooling standards to boost efficiency and cost-competitiveness.
• Analyze thermal imaging and tooling data to identify optimization opportunities.
• Conduct dimensional capability studies and implement corrective actions.
• Apply FMEA, risk assessment, and lessons learned for successful launches.
• Use DFM principles to assess feasibility and manufacturing readiness.
• Collaborate with simulation and manufacturing teams to correlate results.
• Lead GD&T interpretation and casting tolerance standardization.
• Engage with suppliers to evaluate tooling concepts, costs, and lead times.
• Develop engineering tools, CAD standards, and automation to reduce lead times.
• Support customers to finalize designs and manufacturing requirements.
• Maintain CAD data management for products, tooling, fixtures, and equipment.
• Share best practices across global casting operations.
• Provide technical support for casting processes, tooling, and value engineering.

Skills

HPDC fundamentals

Die casting tooling design

Gating & runners

Cooling system design

DFMEA/PFMEA

GD&T

Root cause analysis

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Siemens NX

Spinfire

MAGMASoft

Flow-3D

Job description

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:

• Design and optimize high-pressure die casting tooling, including gating, runner, cooling, vacuum, sealing, and trim systems to achieve superior product quality, productivity, and casting yield.
• Develop die seal concepts and vacuum system solutions to maximize vacuum performance and minimize leakage.
• Design and validate cooling systems to ensure thermal balance, dimensional stability, optimal cycle times, and consistent casting quality.
• Drive tooling and process improvements across global casting operations, including hydraulic cores/slides, squeeze cores, jet-cooled cores, vacuum systems, and related technologies.
• Provide technical expertise to improve tooling performance through optimized materials, coatings, and tooling practices that extend die life and reduce soldering.
• Establish, maintain, and deploy global die and tooling standards to improve production efficiency, casting yield, quality, and cost competitiveness.
• Analyze thermal imaging, casting data, and tooling performance to identify opportunities for process and tooling optimization.
• Conduct dimensional capability studies and implement corrective actions to improve product quality and process capability.
• Apply proactive engineering methodologies, including FMEA, risk assessment, and lessons learned, to ensure successful program launches and first-time-pass objectives.
• Utilize Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles to assess product feasibility, tooling concepts, and manufacturing readiness.
• Collaborate with simulation and manufacturing teams to correlate simulation results with production trials and optimize casting performance.
• Lead standardization of GD&T interpretation and casting tolerance requirements for structural die-cast components.
• Partner with global tooling suppliers to evaluate tooling concepts, costs, lead times, and technical feasibility.
• Develop and implement engineering tools, calculations, CAD standards, and automation solutions to improve design efficiency and reduce engineering lead times.
• Support customer discussions to finalize product designs, technical specifications, and manufacturing requirements while meeting quality, cost, delivery, and productivity targets.
• Maintain and improve CAD data management systems for products, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment.
• Capture, document, and share best practices and lessons learned across global casting operations.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise for casting processes, tooling, downstream manufacturing processes, and value engineering initiatives.
• Support new product and process development activities focused on performance improvement and cost reduction.

Qualification requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related field.
• Several years of experience in High Pressure Die Casting (HPDC), preferably within the automotive industry.
• Demonstrated experience in die design, gating systems, runner design, cooling system design, and tooling development.
• Strong understanding of HPDC process fundamentals, tooling design principles, and casting defect prevention.
• Proven ability to assess manufacturing feasibility from component drawings, specifications, and assemblies.
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software, including AutoCAD, Siemens NX, and Spinfire.
• Working knowledge of casting simulation software such as MAGMASoft and/or Flow-3D (preferred).
• Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience with Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Value Engineering (VE), and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA, PFMEA) and risk-based engineering approaches.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and root-cause investigation skills.
• Hands‑on experience in manufacturing support, process optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across global teams.
• Professional proficiency in English.

Work Environment

• Work environment consisting of both office and manufacturing plant settings.
• Opportunity to collaborate with global teams and support Cosma Casting operations across Europe and North America.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally as required.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation package, including a performance and seniority-based bonus program.
• Employee Equity Profit Participation Program (EEPPP).
• Comprehensive private healthcare coverage.
• Sports and wellness benefit program.
• Ongoing training, learning, and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to global projects and cutting-edge manufacturing technologies.
• Collaborative and innovative international work environment.
• Opportunities for career growth within Magna

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