Inverter/ eMotor System Design Engineering Student

Magna International • Troy, MI

17h

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: Mission of the Position: Works with the inverter/ eMotor Engineering eDrive Systems electrification group assisting with projects on all different levels throughout the co-op program. The student will assist the inverter and eMotor Design Engineers with the design, development, analysis, and testing of electric motors and inverters for electric traction drives (voltages < 1000V, I < 750A) for eDrive applications. TEAM SUMMARY: A dynamic team that pushes boundaries, innovates, and is passionate about being part of the transformation from traditional Powertrain to eMobility. The team works together to uphold a professional, team based collaborative project culture and standards. The inverter/ eMotor Engineering team will be a part of development projects for electric drive system for both the BEV vehicles and hybrid ones. The team of engineers are responsible for the detailed design and application of inverter/ eMotor system for the EV propulsion. They develop new or modify existing products for new customer and/or internal product developments, following the defined product concept for eDrive products.

Requirements

• Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Enrolled in an engineering program with an accredited school.
• Preferably working towards or has a Master of Science in the field of electrical engineering.
• Some level of analytical ability and understanding of engineering theory and principles of design.
• Ability to work in a dynamic fast paced, team environment and perform assigned tasks related to the electrification of automobiles.
• Fundamental understanding of energy conversion principles, as well as the operation of DC-DC and DC-AC converters, including PWM techniques.
• Preferably have a good understanding of electromagnetic principles.
• Basic understanding of MATLAB and Python preferred.
• Practice and maintain integrity while following Magna’s Charter and Constitution.
• Follow Magna’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.
• Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (IATF 16949).
• Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality, efficiency and reduce cost.
• Comply with safety policies and procedures to ensure duties of self are performed in a safe manner.
• Understand applicable Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures in the workplace.
• Report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage immediately.
• Follow safety rules.
• Comply with requirements for the use or operation of machines or equipment.
• Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Create a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge.
• Develop and maintain a responsive and cooperative working relationship with internal and external customers.
• Treat everyone with dignity, trust and respect.
• Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Comply with Magna’s information and data protection policies

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design and development of eDrive architecture by understanding system requirements and subsystem requirements related to the inverter/ eMotor system from both external and internal sources.
• Perform inverter/ eMotor system requirements analysis and support modeling to define the optimum inverter/ eMotor system design.
• Carry out competitor analysis (benchmarking) of different inverter/ eMotor system solutions in the transportation market.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees