Product Line Engineering Student

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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.
Position Summary
Assists product line team with data research, comparative analysis, strategy development, and communication.
Team Summary:
Responsible for providing technical direction and subject matter expertise for Driveline Systems transfer case product line. The product line architect will be required to audit, maintain and enhance new and existing standard concepts, architecture and documentation for the transfer case product line. The architect will also act as the global liaison/main point of contact for the transfer case product line. Provide expert advice to regional and global teams as required.
Key Responsibilities

• Track and drive progress for mechatronics Product Line projects.
• Structure and compile technical documentation for product line best practices.
• Participate in the research and analysis of opportunities for innovative products, stay informed of industry trends and company strategy.
• Establish preferred subsystem part number lists for future bill of materials.
• Creation of new business plan technical 1-pagers based on product line strategy direction.
• 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:
  • Familiarization with 4WD systems as assemblies through the component level.
  • Methods for developing product line strategies.
  • Experience working with a global team.
  • Concise technical communication.
  • Exposure to business planning process.

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.
Magna Standards

• 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).
• 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.

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 required.
• 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.

Work Environment
Office Environment; limited travel required.
While working in this environment, the employee will be exposed to machinery, moving equipment and material, moderate noise, airborne particles, fumes and various levels of temperature created by manufacturing processes.
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