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Product Concepts (Benchmarking) Engineering Student - Fall (September - December)

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Troy, MI
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Troy, MI
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Assist with product concept projects from initial design to launch, conduct benchmarking, analyze product feasibility, and maintain safety policies.
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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 Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain 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 Powertrain.
Job Responsibilities:
Mission of the Position:
Works with the product concept group assisting with projects in all phases of product development from initial
concept to launch throughout the co-op program.
Team Summary:
The product concept group is responsible for the mechanical development of new customer specific product
developments as well as supporting the evaluation of new technical advancements of the product portfolio. They
are responsible for developing concepts/designs and developing into specific applications according to the product portfolio roadmap. Works closely with Sales, Product Management, OEM advanced engineering, and the cross functional engineering team.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with new product concepts and advancement of product portfolio. The product concepts include, but are not limited to; 4WD, AWD, and Electrification product lines.
  • Responsible for completing and driving benchmarking in North America.
  • Assist with concepts for "Acquisition Projects" / Customer Request for Quotation responses.
  • Help develop concepts according to product portfolio roadmap and analyze for feasibility.
  • Participate in the research and analysis of opportunities for innovative products, stay informed of industry trends and company strategy.
  • Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (IATF 16949).
  • Maintains working knowledge of safety policies and regulations to ensure duties of self and others are
  • performed in a safe manner.
  • Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  • Expected Learning Outcomes:
  • Understand what it takes to have demonstrated ability to deliver creative solutions within the automotive applications
  • Experience working with a global team
  • Exposure to writing reports and completing projects from start to finish
  • Hands on experience with competitive unit tear-downs
  • Hands on experience with vehicle application calculations
  • Interpret and understand detail product drawings


The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Requirements and Qualifications:

  • 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.
  • Working knowledge in computer-based software, organizational/communication skills, ability to work with others in a team environment.


Health & Safety/Magna Standards/Additional Requirements:

  • 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).
  • Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality, efficiency and reduce cost.
  • Comply with safety policies and procedures to ensure duties of self are performed in a safe manner.
  • Health & Safety responsibilities:
    • 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.
  • Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  • Comply with Magna's information and data protection policies.


The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:
At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That's why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.
Worker Type:
Student / Co-Op
Group:
Magna Powertrain

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