Project Engineer

Magna-International-6df39721; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Powertrain in the United States is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Program Management team in planning and executing engineering projects and division-wide changes.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams across Engineering, Quality, Production, Purchasing, and Maintenance to ensure changes are implemented on schedule and aligned with customer requirements. Strong CAD and MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; equivalent education and experience accepted.
• 3–5 years of experience in a technical or engineering role in automotive manufacturing; project management or cross-functional project experience preferred.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 requirements.
• Knowledge of APQP and AIAG Core Tools.
• Experience with engineering changes, change management, or project coordination preferred.
• Familiarity with CNC machining and automotive manufacturing processes.
• CAD proficiency with SolidWorks or similar tools; ability to prepare drawings and layouts.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience with change impact analysis on quality, production, tooling, and timing.

Responsibilities

• Support the Program Management team in planning and executing projects and initiatives.
• Lead division-wide change management activities; ensure changes are evaluated, approved, implemented, and sustained.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams through engineering, process, and equipment changes.
• Develop and maintain project timelines, action plans, milestones, and deliverables.
• Track progress and communicate status, risks, and required actions to leadership.
• Facilitate cross-functional meetings and ensure action items are completed.
• Evaluate impact of changes on quality, production, capacity, tooling, and cost.
• Coordinate documentation, trials, validations, and implementation activities.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

DraftSight

Microsoft Office

Job description

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:Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That’s what we’re passionate about at Magna Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Powertrain.Job Responsibilities:Scope of PositionThe Project Engineer supports the Program Management team in the planning, coordination, and execution of engineering projects and division-wide change management initiatives. This position serves as a key cross-functional resource, coordinating activities between Engineering, Quality, Production, Purchasing, Maintenance, Finance, and other departments to ensure projects and changes are implemented effectively, on schedule, and in alignment with customer and business requirements.The Project Engineer will play a key role in managing the impact of product, process, equipment, tooling, and documentation changes throughout the division. This position will track project milestones, coordinate action items, facilitate cross-functional meetings, maintain project documentation, and ensure required approvals and deliverables are completed.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline; equivalent education and relevant experience may be considered.3–5 years of experience in a technical or engineering role within the automotive manufacturing industry, with project management or cross-functional project experience preferred.Working knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 requirements.Working knowledge of APQP and AIAG Core Tools.Experience with engineering changes, change management, or project coordination preferred.Familiarity with CNC machining and automotive manufacturing processes.Knowledge of presses, machining, material handling, inspection/gauging, toolroom, and metal finishing equipment is an asset.Proficiency with CAD software, preferably SolidWorks or DraftSight.Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and other PC-based applications.Strong project management, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to facilitate meetings, coordinate cross-functional teams, and present information to various levels of the organization.Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and drive accountability across functional areas.Must be able to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the Program Management team in planning and executing assigned projects and initiatives.Lead and coordinate division-wide change management activities, ensuring changes are properly evaluated, communicated, approved, implemented, and sustained.Coordinate cross-functional teams through engineering changes, process changes, equipment changes, and other business initiatives.Develop and maintain project timelines, action plans, milestones, and deliverables.Track project progress and communicate status, risks, issues, and required actions to Program Management and leadership.Facilitate cross-functional meetings and ensure action items are clearly assigned and completed.Evaluate the impact of proposed changes on quality, production, capacity, tooling, equipment, cost, timing, and customer requirements.Coordinate required documentation, approvals, trials, validations, and implementation activities associated with changes.Support APQP activities and ensure appropriate quality planning is incorporated into projects and changes.Lead or support continuous improvement and problem-solving activities.Work with Engineering and Operations to develop practical solutions to product and process issues.Support the implementation and commissioning of new equipment, tooling, and processes.Prepare sketches, layouts, CAD drawings, presentations, and other technical information as required.Maintain accurate project documentation, engineering records, CAD files, and change-related documentation.Coordinate with customers, suppliers, engineers, buyers, and internal stakeholders as required.Support quoting activities and cost evaluations for assigned projects.Prepare and deliver project updates and presentations to management and customer personnel as required.Support efforts to improve internal and external quality performance, including reduction of PPM and other key performance indicators.Perform other duties as assigned.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 DisclosureAs 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 / PermanentGroup:Magna Powertrain