Solutions Engineer, Autonomous Mobile Robots

Magna International • Lowell, MA

2d • $66,880 - $124,200

About The Position

Magna New Mobility is a business unit inside Magna International leveraging Magna’s technology building blocks, developing new capabilities, and entering new markets and use cases. Our products include advanced solutions for urban markets, industrial intralogistics, commercial and autonomous vehicles. Magna New Mobility is also creating advanced software solutions that integrate with next-generation hardware. Our software is a core driver - turning our hardware into smart, integrated platforms for partners eager to advance the mobility sector. Magna's New Mobility group is not just about building individual technologies; we aim to create integrated solutions that address the complex challenges of moving people efficiently and cost effectively in the 21st century. Join us in advancing and shaping the future of mobility. Magna is seeking a highly motivated Solutions Engineer to join the New Mobility Group. The Solutions Engineer will work closely with our Pre-Sales Team & Customers by providing deep technical support for Magna’s autonomous mobile robotics (AMR) manufacturing material handling solutions. This role will involve working with prospective customers’ technical industrial/manufacturing teams to assess/redefine their material handling needs. The Solutions Engineer will address questions and roadblocks related to Magna’s AMR Solution through a structured qualification process including but not limited to onsite visits. This role involves 30% travel. Candidates should have experience in material handling or industrial/manufacturing environments.

Requirements

• BS in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years in robotics industrial / manufacturing environment experience
• Proven customer-facing experience with a strong ability to communicate complex technical solutions.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing use cases, layouts, and automation solutions.
• Proficiency in manufacturing execution systems (MES) and related logistics business software.
• Expertise in data analysis to assess customer needs and design efficient systems.
• Proficient in CAD software for designing material handling systems.
• Highly proficient with MS Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Visio, and others.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with autonomous robots and system limitations
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Execution System (MES) integration a plus.
• Experience working in manufacturing floor or logistics preferred

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with customers as the primary technical solution expert, leading interactions to ensure successful outcomes.
• Travel 30% within a respective region, including scheduled or last-minute visits, with overnight travel varying depending on location
• Develop concept system designs using CAD to include robot counts, productivity estimates and description of operations.
• Provide technical support and insight on discovery and roadmap calls.
• Facilitate system demonstrations and site visits for prospects.
• Analyze data to assess customer requirements and optimize solutions.
• Support the sales team in proposal development to include ROI and savings estimates.
• Collaborate with customers’ technical staff to support implementation efforts.
• Provide technical context in competitive comparison calls.
• Represent Magna’s New Mobility group during onsite customer visits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees