Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Magna-International-6df39721; Highland Park (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Seating in Highland Park, Michigan, seeks a Manufacturing Automation Engineer to lead planning, execution, and validation of automation projects across robotics, IIoT, MES, and data analytics tools, delivering measurable efficiency gains.

You will collaborate with IT, Engineering, Maintenance, and Production to ensure seamless commissioning, program PLCs and vision systems, and maintain engineering documentation for digitization-first improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, automation engineering, or Industry 4.0 deployment.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, robotics systems, SCADA/MES platforms, or IIoT devices.
• Strong understanding of data collection, machine connectivity, and industrial communication protocols.
• Experience leading complex technical projects within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 platforms, digital twins, or automated quality inspection systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution and validation of automation and digitization projects, including robotics, IIoT, MES enhancements.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for automation, data collection and smart tech implementation.
• Support deployment and integration of Industrial IoT sensors, machine monitoring platforms, and digital work instructions.
• Collaborate with IT, Engineering, Maintenance, and Production teams to ensure seamless commissioning of advanced technology solutions.
• Program, troubleshoot and optimize automation systems—including PLCs, robots, and vision systems.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation including PFMEAs, process flows, control plans, and standard work with a digitization-first approach.
• Lead data-driven continuous improvement projects using OEE, downtime analytics, and machine data to drive performance gains.
• Manage vendor relationships and oversee installation, commissioning, and acceptance of new automated equipment.
• Train cross-functional teams on new technologies, ensuring adoption and long-term sustainability.
• Ensure all digitization and automation initiatives comply with safety standards, cybersecurity protocols, and company policies.

Skills

PLC programming

Robotics systems

IIoT devices

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SCADA/MES platforms

IIoT devices

Job description

What we offer:

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:

Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.

Job Responsibilities:

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the planning, execution, and validation of automation and digitization projects, including robotics, IIoT systems, MES enhancements, machine connectivity, and data analytics tools.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for automation, data collection, and smart technology implementation.
• Support deployment and integration of Industrial IoT sensors, machine monitoring platforms, digital work instructions, and connected operator tools.
• Collaborate with IT, Engineering, Maintenance, and Production teams to ensure seamless commissioning of advanced technology solutions.
• Program, troubleshoot, and optimize automation systems—including PLCs, robots, and vision systems—as part of project deliverables.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation including PFMEAs, process flows, control plans, and standard work with a digitization-first approach.
• Lead data-driven continuous improvement projects using OEE, downtime analytics, and machine data to drive performance gains.
• Manage vendor relationships and oversee installation, commissioning, and acceptance of new automated equipment.
• Train cross-functional teams on new technologies, ensuring adoption and long-term sustainability.
• Ensure all digitization and automation initiatives comply with safety standards, cybersecurity protocols, and company policies.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, automation engineering, or Industry 4.0 deployment.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, robotics systems, SCADA/MES platforms, or IIoT devices.
• Strong understanding of data collection, machine connectivity, and industrial communication protocols.
• Experience leading complex technical projects within a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 platforms, digital twins, or automated quality inspection systems.

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 Seating

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. Let's create the future of mobility, together.

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