System Engineering Student

Magna International Limited; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Powertrain offers a Student / Co-Op position within the Systems Engineering team, focusing on NVH and powertrain development. The role provides hands-on lab experience and exposure to 3D CAD design, testing, and data analysis in a collaborative environment.

You will support lead engineers across mechanical, electrical, and controls design, participate in industry research, prototype assembly, and learn the end-to-end co-op process while ensuring safety and quality guidelines are followed.

Qualifications

• GPA of 3.0 or higher strongly preferred.
• Enrolled in an accredited engineering program.
• Strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals and design principles.

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical/electrical/controls design in projects.
• Conduct industry research and prototype assembly.
• Assist with NVH testing and instrumentation.
• Learn hands-on in the lab and contribute to team goals.
• Document results and communicate findings.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

GPA 3.0+ preferred

Enrolled in accredited engineering program

Tools

3D CAD

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:

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:

This opportunity is from Spring-Summer (January - August) Monday-Friday Full time

Mission of the Position:

Works within the systems engineering team with the Advanced Systems Engineering team and the Noise, Vibration and Harmonics team, assisting with projects on all different levels throughout the co‑op program. Tasks include supporting mechanical/electrical/controls design, industry research, prototype acquisition/assembly, and testing. Position is expected to include hands on learning experience in the lab.

Team Summary:

The Systems Engineering Team is responsible for providing engineering solutions in powertrain systems. This group is responsible for the design, development and realization of innovative, robust and leading‑edge solutions for high volume powertrain applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Help create new and advanced powertrain and driveline technology through supporting lead engineers in their projects.
• Work with other design and testing departments, guiding and collaborating with functional organization for technology/product concept development.
• Maintains working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner.
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Supports Systems Engineering by assessing and analyzing NVH performance of MPT driveline products.
• Assist with the use of NVH instrumentation, hardware and software.
• Work with the team to improve NVH development methods and the integration into existing/emerging engineering development processes.

Expected Learning Outcomes:

• Exposure to systems engineering executed at a high level on powertrain systems
• Test setup and execution
• Problem-solving skills and experience working with a team
• Fundamental understanding of powertrain products noise and vibration performance (traditional and electrified).
• Practical experience in setting up, measuring, and analyzing data in noise and vibrations tests.
• Understanding of how product noise and vibration performance affects vehicle quality.
• Experience reporting technical data in written reports, presentations, electronic media and talking in front of an engineering audience.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Knowledge in computer-based software, including 3D CAD, strong organizational/communication skills, ability to work with others in a team environment
• Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Enrolled in an engineering program with an accredited school.
• Understand the basics of engineering theory and principles of design

Health & Safety/Magna Standards/Additional Requirements:

• Practice and maintain integrity while following Magna’s Charter and Constitution.
• Follow Magna’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.
• Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (IATF 16949).
• Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality, efficiency and reduce cost.
• Comply with safety policies and procedures to ensure duties of self are performed in a safe manner.
• Health & Safety responsibilities:
  • Understand applicable Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures in the workplace.
  • Report unsafe conditions immediately.
  • Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage immediately.
  • Follow safety rules.
  • Comply with requirements for the use or operation of machines or equipment.
  • Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Create a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge.
• Develop and maintain a responsive and cooperative working relationship with internal and external customers.
• Treat everyone with dignity, trust and respect.
• Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Comply with Magna’s information and data protection policies

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 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 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:

Student / Co-Op

Group:

Magna Powertrain