Technician Engineering

Magna International Limited; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International Limited seeks a Vehicle Engineering Technician—Prototype vehicle assembly and instrumentation. You will work with engineers to assemble, diagnose, and service prototype vehicles, emphasizing mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical systems in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities include integrating testing rigs, diagnosing CAN/LIN/FlexRay networks, and documenting results for the engineering team. Occasional travel and collaboration with cross-functional teams are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in an automotive research/development environment.
• Strong diagnostic troubleshooting experience with OEM systems: CAN, FlexRay, LIN, HVAC, cooling, chassis, electrical and suspension.
• Ability to adhere to a schedule including holidays, weekends, nights, and overtime.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% on short notice.
• Experience in a matrix organization and cross-functional teams.
• Vehicle prototype experience.
• Experience with instrumentation (Pressure Transducers, Thermocouples, Flow-meters, etc.).
• Good computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement or integrate new systems.
• Design, fabricate, assemble, test, deploy, and repair rigs and systems for vehicle prototypes.
• Demonstrate electrical skills and use DVOM for diagnosis and wiring work.
• Integrate and test instrumentation such as transducers and sensors.
• Complete reports and tests to support the engineering team.
• Lead hands-on activities and assist with technical writing and communication.
• Service and troubleshoot self-driving system components and sensor stacks.
• Diagnose OEM base vehicle systems using manufacturer software (CAN/LIN/FlexRay).
• Maintain fleet of prototype vehicles and update work orders and data.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Electrical diagnosis

CAN/LIN/FlexRay

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

Automotive technology degree

Tools

DVOM

Flash programming

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

As an engineering and manufacturing partner, Magna’s Complete Vehicle group helps traditional OEMs and new entrants to bring their automotive visions to life. At Magna, you will work in an innovative, international and dynamic team, always pursuing the goal of delivering high-quality products. We work in a diverse environment with global development opportunities. Together with our employees we constantly strive to create a better world of mobility.

Job Responsibilities

Job title: Vehicle Engineering Technician - Prototype vehicle assembly and instrumentation

As a Vehicle Engineering Technician you will be responsible for a variety of tasks related to our fleet of engineering vehicles. You must have a strong mechanical, pneumatic & electrical aptitude and be able to diagnose, repair and replace a variety of often delicate components. You will be working closely with engineers and other technicians, collaborating and communicating in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Work with cross-functional teams of engineers and designers to implement or integrate new and developing systems.
• Capable of designing, fabricating, assembling, testing, deploying, repairing, troubleshooting various testing rigs and systems integrated into and independent of Waymo SDS vehicles.
• Demonstrate electrical skill set including Electrical diagnosis, harness creation, connector pinning / de-pinning and familiarity using a DVOM.
• Integrating, diagnosing and test support of multiple types of Instrumentation. Such as Pressure Transducers, Thermo-couples, Flow-meters, External Circuit boards, Relay’s, etc.
• Complete tasks outside of established processes when necessary and propose/implement creative solutions to unforeseen roadblocks.
• Complete reports, procedures, and tests to collect data for the Waymo engineering team.
• Demonstrate leadership alongside managers by providing exemplary hands‑on skills, technical writing, and verbal communication practices.
• Service and troubleshoot self-driving systems, components, and integrated sensor stacks using internal proprietary tools.
• Diagnose OEM base vehicle systems and components using manufacturer‑provided software and tools, specializing in CAN, LIN, and FlexRay.
• Maintain fleet of Self Driving Vehicles including standard vehicle maintenance activities
• Update work orders, spreadsheets, and reports to the appropriate teams.
• Good computer skills are a must as the job will require Flashing and diagnosis with a PC using various SW.
• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as necessary to meet the ongoing needs of the company.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in an automotive research/development environment.
• Strong diagnostic troubleshooting experience with OEM systems: high-level experience working with vehicles. CAN, Flexray, LIN, HVAC, cooling, chassis, electrical and suspension.
• Ability to adhere to a schedule of operating times for the assigned shift including, but not limited to, working on holidays, weekends, nights, and overtime as needed.
• Must be willing and able to travel on short notice to support fleet needs - could be up to 15% of the time.
• Experience working in a matrix organization, thrives working in a rapidly changing and evolving environment, independently and with cross functional teams.
• Vehicle Prototype experience
• Experience with instrumentation (Pressure Transducers, Thermo-couples, Flow-meters, etc.)
• Good computer skills

Preferred Qualifications

• A B.A., B.S. and/or an automotive technology degree.
• 4+ years experience as a shop lead/master tech.
• 5+ years experience in an automotive research/development environment.
• 2+ years experience working with ADAS systems and/or other self-driving systems preferred..
• Ability to operate comfortably within and troubleshoot Linux based systems.
• Excellent multi-tasking.
• Diagnostic experience with embedded modules, self-driving systems and sensor stacks.

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

Regular / Permanent

Group

Magna Steyr