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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.
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Position Summary
Works with the product concept group assisting with projects in all phases of product development from initial concept to launch throughout the co-op program.
Team Summary:
The product concept group is responsible for the mechanical development of new customer specific product developments as well as supporting the evaluation of new technical advancements of the product portfolio. They are responsible for developing concepts/designs and developing into specific applications according to the product portfolio roadmap. Works closely with Sales, Product Management, OEM advanced engineering, and the cross functional engineering team.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with new product concepts and advancement of product portfolio. The product concepts include, but are not limited to; 4WD, AWD, and Electrification product lines.
- Responsible for completing and driving benchmarking in North America.
- Assist with concepts for "Acquisition Projects" / Customer Request for Quotation responses.
- Help develop concepts according to product portfolio roadmap and analyze for feasibility.
- Participate in the research and analysis of opportunities for innovative products, stay informed of industry trends and company strategy.
- Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (IATF 16949).
- 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.
- Expected Learning Outcomes:
- Understand what it takes to have demonstrated ability to deliver creative solutions within the automotive applications
- Experience working with a global team
- Exposure to writing reports and completing projects from start to finish
- Hands on experience with competitive unit tear-downs
- Hands on experience with vehicle application calculations
- Interpret and understand detail product drawings
The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Magna Standards
- 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) .
- 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.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Requirements and Qualifications
- 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.
- Working knowledge in computer based software, organizational/communication skills, ability to work with others in a team environment.
Work Environment
Office Environment; limited travel required.
While working in this environment, the employee will be exposed to machinery, moving equipment and material, moderate noise, airborne particles, fumes and various levels of temperature created by manufacturing processes.
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