Automation Engineer

Magna International•Lancaster, LA

30d•Onsite

About The Position

At Magna, 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. Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high-quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Automation, or related field) or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience in automation, controls, or manufacturing environments
Experience in equipment implementation and integration
PLC programming and troubleshooting (e.g., Allen-Bradley preferred)
HMI/SCADA development (e.g., FactoryTalk)
Robotic programming and troubleshooting (ABB, Fanuc, Yaskawa preferred)
Machine vision systems (e.g., Keyence)
Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and control systems
CAD software proficiency (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)
Understanding of IT/OT integration, process control strategies, and industrial networks
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
Strong documentation and technical writing skills
Continuous improvement mindset and adaptability to new technologies
Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment
Visual acuity is necessary to read prints, specifications and work instructions, manipulate parts, tools, machines and other objects.
Hearing acuity to understand verbal instructions, respond to emergency signals.
Must be able to read, write, speak the English language to communicate with other staff
Exposure to moderate to high levels of noise, laser beams, flashing or blinking lights, machine signals and other sounds associated with a manufacturing environment.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in the form of safety glasses and safety footwear is required when on the shop floor.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment

Nice To Haves

Experience in project management preferred

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement automated systems, robotics, and control solutions to support manufacturing operations
Lead automation projects, including new equipment launches, system integration, and process improvements
Optimize production performance through data analysis, cycle time reduction, and system enhancements
Program and configure automation technologies (PLC, HMI, SCADA, robotics, and vision systems)
Develop and integrate machine vision systems for inspection, error-proofing, and quality control
Support and implement Industry 4.0 initiatives, including data connectivity, IIoT integration, smart manufacturing, and real-time monitoring systems
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, production, IT/OT, and vendors) to deliver integrated solutions
Support continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean manufacturing and error-proofing strategies
Evaluate and implement new automation technologies to improve efficiency, quality, and scalability
Develop and maintain technical documentation, standards, and best practices
Provide technical guidance and training to operations and engineering teams
Hands-on involvement in high-impact manufacturing and digital transformation initiatives