Validation Engineer

About the role

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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 Electronics, and we do it by creating world-class Electronic systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex Electronic 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 Electronics.

Desired Skills and Competencies

Strong organizational, project management, and leadership skills to prioritize, coordinate projects, manage conflicting needs, and deal with many issues at one time. Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, with demonstrated ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with engineering teams, customers (OEMs), and external suppliers through clear, professional written and verbal communication.

Demonstrated ability to conceptualize, coordinate, and integrate internal data and clearly articulate concepts, ideas, and other issues relating to test, hardware, and software. Must be able to work independently. Must be able to operate standard and specialized equipment related to the job, needs to have experience using test equipment, DMM, Oscilloscope, Video Scope.

Ability to calculate and analyze data, generate reports, present information, etc. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively influence cross-functional teams at multiple organizational levels Demonstrated ability to thoroughly research, recommend, present information and oversee implementation of new products, materials, and processes. Excellent communication/negotiation skills.

Communicates and works with peers in a positive, cooperative way, maintain productive relationships with key functional areas. Strong leadership skills. Must be able to work independent for action or decision. Special Request: No email abuse-Must proactively engage in direct communication (phone or face-to-face) to resolve topics efficiently, using email as a follow-up or documentation tool rather then only communication tool.

Strong team player with the ability to collaborate effectively, share knowledge, and support teams across Validation Engineering, Validation Tools Engineering, local Magna laboratories staff.

Knowledge and Education

• Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with 5 years of experience in an engineering automotive environment.
• Technical Understanding of environmental level testing, temperature, vibration, humidity, enclosure, and associated electrical type tests.
• Technical Understanding of Electrical and EMC level testing.
• Computer proficiency (i.e. word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, outlook, Project).
• Demonstrated ability in the creation of Validation Test Plans and MUST have knowledge of Validation customer requirements (i.e. GMW3172, CS-1189, CETP 00.00-E-412, European OEM's, etc..)
• Demonstrated troubleshooting skills.

Will be a plus

• Vision systems, Cameras functional testing experience. Color, contrast, resolution, alignment.
• Strong and hand on Electrical and EMC Test Experience
• Programming Experience: C/C++, C#, Lab View, TestStand experience
• CAN/LIN communications protocols
• Green Belt/Red X/DFSS Certification
• Root cause investigation tools 8D's, 5 Why's, Fish Bones.
• Reliability applications
• Weibull analysis knowledge.

Maintains safe work practices, complies with Magna H&S requirements, and participates in training and hazard reporting.

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment

• At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success.
• Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously.
• We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters.

• Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team.
• Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools.
• All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

• Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.
• If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
• Worker Type: Regular / Permanent
• Group: Magna Electronics