Manufacturing Engineer

Magna International•Oakland Park, HI

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About The Position

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: 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. Job Responsibilities: We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Manufacturing Engineer to support our production operations by improving processes, reducing downtime, and enabling efficient, high-quality manufacturing. This role is hands-on, working closely with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure stable, optimized, and safe manufacturing processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment (automotive preferred).
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and structured problem-solving (A3, 8D, 5Why).
Ability to read engineering drawings and understand GD&T.
Experience with process documentation and continuous improvement tools.
Strong analytical and hands-on troubleshooting abilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience in high-volume assembly or automotive seating/manufacturing.
Familiarity with PLCs, automation equipment, or vision systems.
Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent).
Exposure to MES systems or basic data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, etc.).

Responsibilities

Evaluate, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, throughput, and cost.
Implement process improvements using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and root cause problem‑solving methodologies.
Support new product launches, engineering changes, and line transitions—including process layout, work instructions, PFMEA, and control plan updates.
Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks, efficiency opportunities, and waste reduction initiatives.
Collaborate with Maintenance and Automation teams to integrate tooling, fixtures, and equipment upgrades.
Develop and maintain documentation including process flows, standardized work, job breakdowns, and training materials.
Lead and support problem‑solving activities for scrap, rework, downtime, and quality issues.
Provide daily technical support for production lines, working onsite with operators and supervisors to resolve issues.
Participate in cross-functional teams focused on process capability, ergonomics, and continuous improvement.
Ensure all engineering work aligns with safety requirements, quality standards, and company operating procedures.