Lead Robotics & Automation Engineer

Magna International, Inc.; Lancaster (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International, Inc. is seeking a Group Robotics & Automation Engineer to act as North America’s technical expert for robotics and automation deployment in global automotive manufacturing.

You will drive standardization of robot platforms and integration methods while advancing ROI-driven automation initiatives across divisions. The role requires hands-on project leadership, collaboration with Automation, Controls, Production, Quality, Maintenance and Safety teams, and development of

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience with industrial robotics, automation integration, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience leading automation projects from concept through commissioning and production launch.
• Strong hands-on experience with major robotics platforms (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Yaskawa or equivalent).
• Experience with cobots and human-robot interaction applications.
• Proficiency in robot programming, simulation, and troubleshooting in production environments.
• Strong understanding of robotics integration with PLC systems, sensors, and vision systems (Cognex, Keyence or similar).
• Experience with EOAT design and robotic cell optimization.
• Knowledge of Industry 4.0 concepts including smart manufacturing and connected equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of divisional and regional automation roadmaps aligned with business objectives.
• Identify automation opportunities through plant assessments and support business case development including ROI and capacity improvements.
• Lead benchmarking of emerging robotic technologies and replication across divisions and plants.
• Develop robotic concepts, simulations, and feasibility studies; cycle time analysis and system design.
• Standardize robotics platforms, programming methodologies, EOAT, and integration approaches across facilities.
• Support automation project development and execution including design reviews and equipment specs.
• Provide hands-on shop-floor support during implementation, commissioning, and debugging of robotics systems.
• Develop and deploy cobot applications ensuring safe human-robot interaction.

Skills

Industrial robotics

Automation integration

Manufacturing processes

Robot programming

Vision systems

Cobots

PLC integration

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Tools

FANUC

ABB

KUKA

Yaskawa

Cognex

Keyence

Job description

Magna International, Inc. is seeking a Group Robotics & Automation Engineer to act as North America’s technical expert for robotics and automation deployment in global automotive manufacturing.

You will drive standardization of robot platforms and integration methods while advancing ROI-driven automation initiatives across divisions. The role requires hands-on project leadership, collaboration with Automation, Controls, Production, Quality, Maintenance and Safety teams, and development of