Senior Research Engineer/Advanced Engineering

Magna International Limited; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna is seeking a Senior Research Engineer/Advanced Engineering to work on Corporate R&D projects in the Advanced Body Domain. You will evaluate new developments across body, exteriors, seating, and mechatronics while coordinating with internal groups and external suppliers.

You will plan and execute PoT/PoC efforts, drive IDP gate reviews, and guide future R&D efforts with data-driven analyses of design, materials, and costs. Michigan-based, on-site role with cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or Industrial Engineering.
• Master’s degree preferred for advanced roles.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional R&D teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop new technologies and product ideas for CPV or cost optimization.
• Lead end-to-end PoT/PoC projects using IDP methodology.
• Plan cross-functional IDP gate reviews with required documentation.
• Collaborate with CAD Design Engineers to generate 2D/3D data.
• Analyze customer requirements and define KPIs for new products.
• Perform deep-dive analyses on materials, design, and cost drivers.
• Support program timing and budget goals with advanced development studies.
• Contribute to roadmap planning across body, exterior, seating, and mechatronics.

Skills

Collaboration

Microsoft Office

Technical ability

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Influence without authority

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Teamcenter

Job description

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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:

Magna is more than one of the world’s largest suppliers in the automotive space. We are a mobility technology company built to innovate, with a global, entrepreneurial-minded team. With 65+ years of expertise, our ecosystem of interconnected products combined with our complete vehicle expertise uniquely positions us to advance mobility in an expanded transportation landscape.

Job Responsibilities:

Role Summary:

The Senior Research Engineer/Advanced Engineering will work on technology projects within the Corporate R&D Advanced Body Domain, supporting the technical evaluation and due diligence of new developments in multiple

areas of the complete vehicle, including body, exteriors, seating, mechatronics, vehicle integration, and other system-level engineering and product development.

The Senior Research Engineer/Advanced Engineering will plan, execute, and coordinate all related activities for/with all other internal Corporate R&D Domains, Magna Group R&D Departments, as well as external Supplier. companies, institutions, and academia as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the development of new technologies and/or product and/or system ideas, either adding content per vehicle (CPV) – top line (revenue) and/or improving profitability (bottom line)
• Analyze automotive market trends along with region-specific regulations and develop domain-specific, futuristic, two-generational product and technology roadmap, in collaboration with Magna groups. (body, structures, exteriors, seating, and mechatronics)
• Collaborate with Magna groups’ R&D teams to identify and develop product and process gaps to improve CPV or reduce product costs.
• Initiate new R&D projects by developing problem statements and value propositions.
• Execute end–to–end Proof of Technology (PoT) or Proof of Concept (PoC) using Ideation Development Process (IDP)
• Provide input into project prioritization based on total addressable, relevant market analysis, working with other Magna R&D and business development groups.
• Conduct advanced development studies to support program timing and budget goals.
• Participate in the ideation process while identifying gaps in the current product or manufacturing technology, to guide and provide future R&D efforts to improve the top and/or bottom line.
• Perform deep dive analyses on current problem statements (product and process), status quo (materials, design, process, BOM, DVP&R, D-FMEA, etc.), and its cost drivers or technology gaps.
• Analyze engineering results and propose product changes to determine the feasibility and improvement of components, systems, and functional/performance specifications.
• Analyze customer requirements and develop KPIs for new products or technologies in alignment with the Magna group/s.
• Plan and lead IDP gate reviews, and related cross-functional efforts with internal/external customers with required documentation (example – DVP&R, D-FMEA, KPI, etc.) defined within IDP.
• Confer with other Research Engineers to clarify or resolve problems and develop design solutions.
• Collaborate with CAD Design Engineers and Designers for the generation of 2D/3D CAD data.
• Continue to innovate on behalf of internal and external customers.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering ; Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering preferred.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and assembly methods

Experience:

• 5+ years of recent experience working either as a Researcher, Technical Lead, Product /System Engineer in body / exterior / seating/ mechatronics, and their integration into various systems.
• Experience working with body, structures, exterior, seating, and mechatronics and their integration into various systems
• Experience working with Teamcentre to review CAD, cut sections, and present (preferred)

Required Skills

• Excellent collaborator seeking WIN-WIN scenario.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Technical ability and creativity to initiate, direct, and control specific projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• High Self-motivation, Never Settle, and Be-Curious (15-Why) thinking.
• Ability to influence without authority and collaborate effectively across teams.

Health & Safety

• Ensure all Company policies, procedures, plant standards, and safety rules are consistently adhered to.
• Display a positive attitude towards safety, work safely, and follow all the Company’s safety policies and procedures.
• Comply with all Health, Safety and Environmental standards in accordance with the Magna Employee Charter, the Occupational Health & Safety Act, and the Michigan Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Ensure all employees and visitors have a safe environment in that safety and housekeeping standards are maintained; and all hazards, unsafe actions, or unsafe conditions have been identified, corrected, and/or eliminated.
• Respond to and investigate all reports of injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses and property damage immediately.
• Take an active part in the office/division’s safety program by performing regular workplace inspections, effectively investigate accidents/incidents promptly and assists in meeting or exceeding the office/division’s safety goals.

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.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

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 innder 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 / Permanent

Group:

Magna Corporate