Project Engineering Co-op

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:
The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.
Job Responsibilities:
For a big company, we're surprisingly entrepreneurial. Expect a collaborative and supportive atmosphere that will help you grow, both professionally and personally. We are committed to delivering success by offering our customers a truly diverse and global range of products. Step into an inclusive and dynamic team - Be part of the Magna family.
Closures Technical Centre, a division of Magna International Inc., is focused on the design, development and testing of Mechatronics products for the automotive industry. We are currently looking for a student in the Engineering field for a 12 month co-op placement starting on August 11, 2025.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Generally assigned to components, sub-assemblies, or systems that are less complex in nature - carry over parts, existing business and/or minor modifications. Where assigned to systems, responsibility is usually for component(s) within the system
• Receives assignments, preparation of simple plans, designs, calculations, costs, and bills of material in accordance with established codes, standards, drawings or other specifications (usually minor components of larger scope programs and projects)
• Supports the complete development for the designated products including, but not limited to design, build and test activities, in accordance with standard operating procedures and the product delivery process
• May carry out routine technical surveys or inspections and prepare reports
• Supports customer requirements, regulations and product specifications into the design of the designated products, ensuring compliance with operational, cost, timing, safety, reliability, quality, and manufacturing feasibility parameters
• Analyzes products and formulates engineering conclusions by the application of engineering and/or mathematical principles and tools
• With guidance from engineering management is able to Analyze QFD, FEA, FMEA, DOE, VA/VE and DFM/DFA, as required
• Writes/compiles engineering content for the following deliverables: engineering specifications and documentation, including DVP&R's, 8D's, GD&T, BOM, prototype control plans, key product characteristics, engineering changes and work orders
• Consults and collaborates with personnel in various engineering and design activities relative to product development requirements
• Supports CAE activities (perform hand calculations)
• Supports effective communications within the project team and the customer, supplier, manufacturing and quality communities with guidance from engineering management and senior engineering personnel. Maintains all appropriate documentation
• Understands and follows existing policies, procedures, work instructions and standards and makes recommendations for continuous improvements
• Follows Magna's Code of Conduct & Ethics and related compliance policies
• Perform other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

• Working towards Bachelor's degree in Engineering from accredited university
• Developing communication skills: verbal and written
• Developing organizational skills and the ability to successfully complete multiple tasks within established and changing deadlines
• Basic competency in CAD
• Proficient with word processing, spreadsheet and database applications

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 to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Worker Type:
Intern (Fixed Term) (Trainee)
Group:
Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting