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Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Electronics.\nJob Responsibilities:\nJob Responsibilities:\nJob description:\nThe Hardware Design Engineer leads hardware engineering activities from concept phase through mass production and is responsible for the development, verification, and release of electronic hardware designs according to product development schedules.\nThe Hardware Design Engineer is responsible for developing robust, cost-effective, and manufacturable electronic hardware solutions that satisfy customer requirements while ensuring compliance with automotive quality, reliability, safety, and EMC requirements.\nLeverage deep technical expertise in automotive electronics, circuit design, power architecture, hardware verification, and product development to contribute to successful project execution.\nAs a technical contributor, collaborate closely with system, software, mechanical, manufacturing, and supplier teams to deliver high-quality products.\nKey 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