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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:\nMagna is more than one of the world’s largest suppliers in the automotive space. We are a mobility technology company built to innovate, with a global, entrepreneurial-mindedteam. With 65+ years of expertise, our ecosystem of interconnected products combined with our complete vehicle expertise uniquely positions us to advance mobility in an expanded transportation landscape.\nJob Responsibilities:\nAbout us\nWe see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That’s why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.\nForward. For all.\nGroup Summary\nMagna is more than one of the world’s largest suppliers in the automotive space. We are a mobility technology company built to innovate, with a global, entrepreneurial-minded team. With 65+ years of expertise, our ecosystem of interconnected products combined with our complete vehicle expertise uniquely positions us to advance mobility in an expanded transportation landscape.\nAbout the Role\nThis position will be responsible for developing next-generation AI solutions with Machine Learning, GenAI and Agentic AI to improve our engineering processes. These solutions will address all engineering domains, such as system, mechanical, electrical, software engineering and different automation levels from assistants to end-to-end workflows. Based on problem statements, concepts must be developed and different solution approaches shall be evaluated. The core focus is researching and applying state-of-the-art AI techniques to build solutions that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of our engineers.\nPromising AI solutions will be matured from concept and proof-of-concept through validation and deployment readiness, enabling successful transition to internal customers. The developer will collaborate with internal customers, engineering teams, universities, and strategic partners throughout the development process, from idea to product.\nIn addition, support the R&D project team engineers and researchers with technical evaluation of technologies being considered by Magna. The evaluation will consist of a scientific deep dive, application analysis, manufacturability, market and cost factors associated with the technology. The Sr. Research Engineer will plan, execute and coordinate R&D programs for/with internal and external R&D departments, (supplier) companies, institutions and academia.\nYour Responsibilities\nSalary range CAD: $102,500 to $124,700 annually\nImmediate, open position\nEvaluation of technologies and product designs with compliance to scientific principles, engineering principles, company standards, customer requirements and related specifications\nSupport the development of innovative components and modules from the initial concept phase through the complete development process including design engineering, validation, prototyping, testing, and evaluation of the proposed production capable process and business case\nSupport the ideation process while identifying gaps in the current product or manufacturing technology to guide and provide future R&D efforts.\nAnalyze engineering results and propose product changes to determine feasibility, improvement of components and systems and functional/performance specifications. \nManage innovation projects by monitoring progress, coordinating activities, resolving technical issues with engineering teams, maintaining documentation systems, and preparing progress reports.\nWho we are looking for\nMaster's or higher degree in Engineering including but not limited to: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science\n5 years or more experience including Ph.D. research, SW & ML/GenAI/AI related Industry\nExcellent spoken and written English communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and professionally.\nSolid foundation in machine learning principles, algorithms, and practical applications.\nHands on experience in machine learning and AI frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, JAX, …\nExperience building production-quality APIs, services, data pipelines, and AI applications with generative AI, agentic AI\nProficient in programming Python and object-oriented programming (OOP) principles.\nProficient with development tools including Git version control, Linux terminal, and Bash scripting.\nYour preferred qualifications\nEngineering Domain Knowledge experience preferred.\nPlease Note\nAccommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.\nCandidates will be required to complete a Criminal Records Check, and if deemed necessary, a Credit Check as part of the candidate selection process.\nWhat we offer\nAt 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.\nIn addition, we offer you the following site benefits:\nWellness programs and events\nAccess to a park for employees & their families\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 to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.\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. 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