System Engineering Student

Magna International•Troy, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This opportunity is for a Spring-Summer (January - August) co-op program within the Systems Engineering team, specifically with the Advanced Systems Engineering team and the Noise, Vibration and Harmonics team. The student will assist with projects on all different levels throughout the co-op program. Tasks include supporting mechanical/electrical/controls design, industry research, prototype acquisition/assembly, and testing. The position is expected to include hands-on learning experience in the lab. The Systems Engineering Team is responsible for providing engineering solutions in powertrain systems, focusing on the design, development, and realization of innovative, robust, and leading-edge solutions for high-volume powertrain applications.

Requirements

Knowledge in computer-based software, including 3D CAD.
Strong organizational/communication skills.
Ability to work with others in a team environment.
Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
Enrolled in an engineering program with an accredited school.
Understand the basics of engineering theory and principles of design.
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).
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.
Comply with Magna’s information and data protection policies.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to systems engineering executed at a high level on powertrain systems.
Test setup and execution.
Problem-solving skills and experience working with a team.
Fundamental understanding of powertrain products noise and vibration performance (traditional and electrified).
Practical experience in setting up, measuring, and analyzing data in noise and vibrations tests.
Understanding of how product noise and vibration performance affects vehicle quality.
Experience reporting technical data in written reports, presentations, electronic media and talking in front of an engineering audience.

Responsibilities

Help create new and advanced powertrain and driveline technology through supporting lead engineers in their projects.
Work with other design and testing departments, guiding and collaborating with functional organization for technology/product concept development.
Maintains working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are performed in a safe manner.
Supports Systems Engineering by assessing and analyzing NVH performance of MPT driveline products.
Assist with the use of NVH instrumentation, hardware and software.
Work with the team to improve NVH development methods and the integration into existing/emerging engineering development processes.
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.