Designer- Lighting

Magna International•Novi, MI

3d•Hybrid

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: 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: Position Overview Responsible for design and release of automotive lighting systems and components from initial concept through production release. Collaborating with the Senior Designer, you will implement solid design concepts aligned with customer contract requirements. Conducting lamp level or component level packaging studies, you'll balance physical space limitations while defining CAD files that articulate design intent across various assembly levels.

Requirements

A minimum of 4 years in automotive engineering with design experience in complex systems with subsystems/components.
Education / Experience Two or three years post-secondary school (university or Community college) (Engineering Field) or Associates in CAD.
Expert in Catia V5 CAD software.
Understands and applies standard plastics geometries to ensure manufacturing controls (ie: draft, wall stock, radii and fillets) are incorporated.
Effective communication (written and verbal) with the customers, suppliers, and various departments within Magna.
Ability to work and communicate with international Design team members.
Proficiency in Microsoft Applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Demonstrated understanding of Standard Drafting Practices and the ability to define and interpret the principles of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
Comprehensive understanding of Autosystems manufacturing processes and techniques, such as Injection Molding, Coating systems, and Assembly techniques currently in use.
Demonstrated knowledge of BOM assemblies, extensions, LED lamps, A Surfacing, and reflectors and front-end modules.
Candidate must be a self-starter, motivated and works with minimal guidance.
Normal amount of sitting or standing, average mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer.
Working in office minimum of 3 days/week.

Nice To Haves

Automotive Lighting design experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop 2D and 3D lighting concepts in Catia V5 from initial feasibility through production. Design responsibility will range from single components to full assemblies.
Work with the Senior Designer to develop and implement solid design concepts to meet the requirements defined in customer contract. Designs should demonstrate understanding of Magna’s Best Practices, plastic injection molding, OEM specifications, and manufacturing and other best practices.
Perform vehicle level packaging studies, balancing physical space limitations, legal functional requirements, and manufacturing limitations.
Strong understanding of dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T). Able to independently devise dimensioning schemes that suit fit & function of parts while accounting for mating condition to other components in an assembly.
Works with Product Engineers to provide data necessary for CAE studies. Understand and interpret CAE results (Thermal, Vibration) and modify designs accordingly based on results.
Participate in weekly customer meetings and present CAD data as necessary. Ensure the CAD deliverables are progressing along the expected timeline and propose action plans should problems arise.
Maintain and update Magna’s Design Checklist’s prior to Gate Reviews.
Exercise expert knowledge and skill when executing internal CAD change management, and when adapting to customer change management systems, in order to ensure accuracy and proper protocol when submitting math data.
Maintain and revise Magna’s design responsible, computer aided design files within our Customer’s data management system.
Support data translation at the request of our supply base to facilitate tool builds and concurrent design activity in CAD packages.
Drives CAD file management best practices, and individual CAD file data integrity, based on company standards.
Maintain Component Change Logs after TKO to ensure proper tracking and change management.
Maintain and update Magna’s Design Checklist’s prior to Gate Reviews.
Ensures accurate execution of assignments related to Engineering Change Notices while maintaining proper revision levels and change sequencing.
Reference corporate RASIC charts for specific details on program responsibilities and authorities.
Understands and follows existing policies, procedures, work instructions and standards and makes recommendations for continuous improvement.
Follows all applicable Health and Safety processes and policies
Follows Magna’s Code of Conduct & Ethics and related compliance policies
Perform other duties as required.