Program Engineer
Magna International
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Job summary
Magna Exteriors in Lansing, MI is seeking a hands-on Program Engineer to drive launches from prototype through production. You will collaborate with customers, suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure APQP processes are followed, with a focus on on-time delivery and quality.
The role requires a bachelor’s in engineering and at least three years in automotive exterior design or engineering. This in-person position offers a range of benefits, training opportunities and a pathway for
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
- Minimum three years of design or engineering experience in automotive exterior decorative trim.
- Experience in APQP, prototypes or pre-production is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Support program manager to ensure on-time launches through APQP.
- Lead prototype and pre-production build requirements for assigned programs.
- Interface with customers, suppliers and manufacturing teams.
- Create exploded views, BOM analysis and support ECN activities.
- Contribute to QA actions, gaging and tooling improvements.
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Job description
- Maintain Prototype Part Inventory
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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.
The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets. Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
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Our facility is proudly nicotine‑free, both professionally and personally. Nicotine and 10‑panel drug screenings are part of the pre‑employment process.
- Support the program manager as required to ensure a successful launch of assigned programs through the APQP process:
- Lead the prototype and pre‑production build requirements for assigned programs and maintain a 100% on time delivery rating.
- Interface and manage shipments via the customer pre‑production build ordering and shipping portal.
- Assist in design and feasibility analysis by providing mock‑ups and prototype part development.
- Participate in the training of production team members during start‑up phases as required.
- Participate in launch team meetings as required.
- Create all exploded views and BOM analysis for assigned programs.
- Lead the analysis and corrective action process relative to part quality and part gaging and CMM issues, secondary fixtures, paint supports and tooling as directed by the program manager.
- Execute and implement engineering change process and ECNs – both internally and externally generated:
- Lead the analysis and corrective action process for fit/dimensional problems, supplier issues, and other build concerns as directed by the program manager and Advanced Quality manager.
- Conduct dimensional analysis and corrective action as required to support PPAP / ISIR, PTR, capability, and troubleshooting activity.
- Participate in ECN change BOM audits and Program Info Sheet updates.
- Complete special projects, improvement ideas and assignments as directed by the APQP engineering manager and Program Manager:
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Perform and support all New Equipment Run Offs and mold and paint trials.
- Maintain Prototype Part Inventory
- Document internal tool validation cost analysis and reporting
- Actively participate and contribute to VA/VE & other cost savings initiatives.
- Provide cost and timing associated with assigned ECNs, supplier parts, gages and tooling as required to support program objectives as directed by the program manager
- Maintain an up-to-date open issues tracking report using the format currently in place. Identify all action items requiring completion to successfully meet deadlines and follow‑up required to meet program timelines and milestones. Implement adequate scheduling to allow for the support of various programs that will meet or exceed customer expectations for sample submission, prototype parts and pre‑production parts delivered 100% on time
- Ready to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
- Dependable, motivated, and eager to learn
Automotive manufacturing experience is a bonus!
- MS Office
- UG solids CAD knowledge
- Spinfire
- Minimum three years of experience in design or engineering of automotive exterior decorative trim, or equivalent.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is required.
At Magna you’re not just taking a job, you’re building a career with a global automotive leader.
- 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
Monday - Friday / 1st shift
In‑person
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.
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.
If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
Regular / Permanent
Magna Exteriors
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