Automotive Program Engineer – Exteriors (Lead/PM)

Magna-International-6df39721; Nashville (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

On-site Fitness Center

Tuition Scholarship

Job summary

Magna Exteriors seeks an experienced engineer to act as liaison between customer service groups and engineering, driving design-for-service improvements and cost reductions. The role involves leading program engineering for new and existing programs, identifying service reductions, and supporting pricing and packaging optimization.

The candidate should have a B.S. in Engineering, 2+ years in product engineering, and strong problem-solving and communication skills to excel in a customer-facing

Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Engineering required.
• 2 years experience in a product related engineering position.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills.
• Ability to lead a team and drive changes.
• Read automotive blueprints and engineering specifications.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with customer’s Service groups and Magna Service Manager.
• Investigate service complexity and identify improvements.
• Establish 'Design for Service' guidelines and communicate to Engineering.
• Lead or participate in team problem solving efforts.
• Prepare cost reduction ideas and support pricing submissions.
• Manage program engineering for launched programs when needed.

Skills

Product engineering

Customer interface

Problem solving

Project management

Communication skills

Education

B.S. Degree in Engineering

Tools

AIAG Core Tools

Job description

Magna Exteriors seeks an experienced engineer to act as liaison between customer service groups and engineering, driving design-for-service improvements and cost reductions. The role involves leading program engineering for new and existing programs, identifying service reductions, and supporting pricing and packaging optimization.

The candidate should have a B.S. in Engineering, 2+ years in product engineering, and strong problem-solving and communication skills to excel in a customer-facing