Specialist Mechatronics

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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:

Job title:

Specialist Mechatronics

Job Introduction:

As an experienced Mechatronics Engineer, you will be involved in the Mechatronics component design & development and requirements engineering of the 12V E-Motors, Transmission control Units (TCU) sensors for the Gearbox.

Major Responsibilities:

• Serve as the main technical counterpart for supplier-developed components, based on the requirements specification (SOR)
• Develop, review, and optimize component design (e.g., e-motor, control unit) electrical, physical, and mechanical with Magna specialist departments and suppliers
• Lead design reviews, test specifications, test report reviews, and FMEA reviews with suppliers
• Design electrical interfaces, including tolerance analysis
• Coordinate with suppliers and report internally to project management, department management, and specialist teams
• Ensure parts availability aligned with project timing across prototype phases
• Maintain SOR, schedules, 8D reports, specifications, qualification plans, and test reports
• Track and report on qualification activities
• Review results and drive corrective actions
• Assess feasibility, risks, timelines, and costs
• Drive Magna's internal change process
• Support the Electronics Project Leader on requirements, timing, cost, and quality
• Independently manage series production changes (supplier and OEM), including regular OEM reporting with the subsystem leader and E/E management

Skills and competencies:

• Demonstrated expertise in managing electronic projects end-to-end product lifecycle of automotive electronics/mechatronics components
• In-depth knowledge of motors, control units, and sensor technologies
• Good knowledge of the design of electronic / electrical components
• Basic knowledge of transmission technology / automated transmissions would be desirable
• Very good written and spoken English and potential German language skills
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, flexibility
• Reliability, assertiveness, independence, resilience and organizational skills
• Proficient in SAP, DOORS and CATIA (3D CAD design and modeling)

Educational Qualifications:

Bachelor’s in electrical/ Mechatronics engineering or equivalent from reputed university/institution.

Work experience:

3 -12 years of Professional experience in electronic components /mechatronics component development or a comparable domain in automotive

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):

Maintains safe work practices, complies with Magna H&S requirements, and participates in training and hazard reporting.

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.

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