Assembly Engineer

Magna International•Muncie, IN

10h

About The Position

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: Scope of Position Lead the planning, development, and launch of new assembly lines for upcoming products. This role is critical in ensuring new programs are successfully industrialized with robust, efficient, and cost-effective assembly processes that meet safety, quality, and delivery targets.

Requirements

Diploma or degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related field
3–5 years of experience in automotive assembly or high-volume manufacturing
Experience supporting mechanical assembly processes (geartrain, shafts, housings, torque-critical joints preferred)
Working knowledge of APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and standardized work
Ability to work on the production floor daily in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work all shifts to support production needs.

Nice To Haves

Experience with torque systems, press-fit applications, leak testing, and error-proofing systems preferred
Familiarity with line balancing, cycle time analysis, and OEE improvement
Strong problem-solving skills (5 Why, Fishbone, root cause analysis)

Responsibilities

Provide direct daily support to transfer case assembly lines
Troubleshoot mechanical, tooling, process, and quality issues in real time
Drive immediate containment and long-term corrective actions for assembly defects
Monitor and improve OEE, scrap, rework, and downtime metrics
Support torque, press, leak test, and end-of-line functional testing systems
Identify and implement improvements to cycle time, ergonomics, and process flow
Lead line balancing activities to optimize manpower and throughput
Improve error-proofing methods (poka-yoke) to reduce defect opportunities
Drive cost reduction initiatives through tooling, fixture, and process improvements
Maintain and update PFMEA, Control Plans, and standardized work documents
Support internal and external audits related to assembly processes
Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, Operations, and Engineering teams to resolve issues
Support prototype builds, new program integration, and production ramp-up activities