Senior Process Engineer
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. The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets. Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Materials Science, Polymer/Composite Technology, Chemical Engineering or equivalent experience.
- Minimum 5 years process engineering experience in automotive manufacturing.
- Experience in Reaction Injection Molding (RIM), SMC composite processing or related polymer/composite manufacturing processes
- Demonstrated understanding of material behavior, adhesion mechanisms, cure chemistry, solvent interaction, surface quality and the relationship between molding conditions and downstream process performance.
- Experience in a Tier 1 automotive environment supporting OEMs.
- Proven analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills (English - spoken and written)
- A self-starter with the ability to manage and execute projects independently
Responsibilities
- Develop, validate and own RIM and SMC molding processes for new programs, tooling and ongoing production.
- Support APQP/GCAR, PPAP, run-at-rate and launch activities, ensuring process capability and downstream customer requirements are understood and built into the process.
- Apply SPC to identify, monitor and control key quality factors influencing molding and downstream results.
- Lead collaborative troubleshooting and structured problem solving across molding and downstream process interfaces using PPSR, 8D, root cause analysis and data-driven validation, to address paint, surface appearance, cure-related concerns, material variation, tooling conditions and process stability.
- Engage downstream internal customers to understand their requirements and translate feedback into appropriate process controls and improvement actions.
- Collaborate with material, chemical, tooling and equipment suppliers to obtain technical input, guidance and escalation support when required.
- Conduct regular reviews of process performance and communicate interim and final results related to yield, cycle time, defect reduction and corrective actions.
- Drive continuous improvements and cost savings; materials, yield and cycle time improvements
- Complete modification bulletins, quality alerts and customer responses.
- Technical/project management (capital)
- Train and mentor technicians and operators.
- Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and customer requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
