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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.\nGroup Summary:\nThe Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.\nRecognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.\nJob Responsibilities:\nLooking for a hands-on engineering role where every project presents a new challenge? At DexSys, our Program Engineers are at the center of new product launches, collaborating with customers, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful program execution from prototype through production.\nImportant Note\nOur facility is proudly nicotine-free, both professionally and personally. Nicotine and 10-panel drug screenings are part of the pre-employment process.\nWhat You’ll Be Doing\nYou’ll work directly with the APQP team to:\nSupport the program manager as required to ensure a successful launch of assigned programs through the APQP process:Lead the prototype and pre-production build requirements for assigned programs and maintain a 100% on time delivery rating.\nInterface and manage shipments via the customer pre-production build ordering and shipping portal.\nAssist in design and feasibility analysis by providing mock-ups and prototype part development.\nParticipate in the training of production team members during start-up phases as required.\nParticipate in launch team meetings as required.\nCreate all exploded views and BOM analysis for assigned programs.\nLead the analysis and corrective action process relative to part quality and part gaging and CMM issues, secondary fixtures, paint supports and tooling as directed by the program manager.\n\nExecute and implement engineering change process and ECNs - both internally and externally generated:Lead the analysis and corrective action process for fit/dimensional problems, supplier issues, and other build concerns as directed by the program manager and Advanced Quality manager.\nConduct dimensional analysis and corrective action as required to support PPAP / ISIR, PTR, capability, and troubleshooting activity.\nParticipate in ECN change BOM audits and Program Info Sheet updates.\n\nComplete special projects, improvement ideas and assignments as directed by the APQP engineering manager and Program Manager:Perform other duties as assigned.\nPerform and support all New Equipment Run Offs and mold and paint trials.\nMaintain Prototype Part Inventory\nDocument internal tool validation cost analysis and reporting\nActively participate and contribute to VA/VE & other cost savings initiatives.\nProvide cost and timing associated with assigned ECNs, supplier parts, gages and tooling as required to support program objectives as directed by the program manager\nMaintain an up-to-date open issues tracking report using the format currently in place. Identify all action items requiring completion to successfully meet deadlines and follow-up required to meet program timelines and milestones. Implement adequate scheduling to allow for the support of various programs that will meet or exceed customer expectations for sample submission, prototype parts and pre-production parts delivered 100% on time\n\nWhat We’re Looking For\nWe’re searching for someone who is:\nReady to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment\nDependable, motivated, and eager to learn\nAutomotive manufacturing experience is a bonus!\nSoftware Requirements:\nMS Office\nUG solids CAD knowledge\nSpinfire \nRelated Work Experience\nMinimum three years of experience in design or engineering of automotive exterior decorative trim, or equivalent.\nEducational Requirements\nBachelor’s Degree in Engineering is required.\nWhy Work at Magna?\nAt Magna you’re not just taking a job, you’re building a career with a global automotive leader.\nBenefits & Perks\n401(k) + Company Match\nHealth, Dental & Vision Insurance\nPaid Time Off\nTuition Reimbursement\nEmployee Discounts\nReferral Program\nProfessional Development Assistance\nLife Insurance\nEmployee Assistance Program\nSchedule\nMonday - Friday / 1st shift\nLocation\nIn-person\nAwareness, Unity, Empowerment:\nAt 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.\nAI-Assisted Screening Disclosure\nAs 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. 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