Automotive Program Engineer: Launch & Prototyping

Magna International; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + Company Match

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Referral Program

Professional Development Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Magna Exteriors in Michigan seeks a Program Engineer to drive APQP-led program launches for exterior components. You will collaborate with customers, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful production start-up.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering, 3+ years in automotive exterior design/engineering, and CAD proficiency. This is a hands-on, on-site position with growth opportunities and a strong benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is required.
• Minimum three years in design or engineering of automotive exterior decorative trim.
• Automotive manufacturing experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Support program launches with APQP process and 100% on-time delivery.
• Lead prototype and pre-production build requirements for assigned programs.
• Interface with customers, suppliers, and manufacturing teams.
• Assist in design and feasibility analysis by providing mock-ups and prototype parts.
• Participate in training of production team during start-up phases.
• Participate in launch team meetings.
• Create exploded views and BOM analysis for assigned programs.
• Lead analysis and corrective action for fit/dimensional issues and tooling.
• Execute and implement ECNs and engineering changes.
• Conduct dimensional analysis and support PPAP/ISIR and capability studies.
• Manage ECN BOM audits and Program Info Sheet updates.

Skills

Fast-paced

Dependable

Motivated

Eager to learn

Auto manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

UG solids CAD

Spinfire

Job description

Magna Exteriors in Michigan seeks a Program Engineer to drive APQP-led program launches for exterior components. You will collaborate with customers, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful production start-up.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering, 3+ years in automotive exterior design/engineering, and CAD proficiency. This is a hands-on, on-site position with growth opportunities and a strong benefits package.