About us
We see a future where everyone can live and move without limitations. That's why we are developing technologies, systems and concepts that make vehicles safer and cleaner, while serving our communities, the planet and, above all, people.
Forward. For all.
About the Role
Magna is seeking a highly motivated Solutions Engineer to join the New Mobility Group. The Sales 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 Sales 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.
Your 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.
Who we are looking for
- 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.
Your preferred qualifications
- Familiarity with autonomous robots and system limitations
- Knowledge of Manufacturing Execution System (MES) integration a plus.
- Experience working in manufacturing floor or logistics preferred
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.
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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.
Nearest Major Market: Troy
Nearest Secondary Market: Detroit
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What We Do
We are a mobility company that innovates like a start-up and thinks like a technology company. This helps us anticipate change in one of the most complex industries in the world and respond quickly. We depend on a team of 171,000 dynamic, entrepreneurial-minded employees in an environment where great ideas flourish. Our presence spans 343 manufacturing operations and 88 product development, engineering and sales centers in 29 countries.
We understand that you need a career as unique as you are. Whether you want to advance your existing expertise or try something completely different, we are committed to your growth.
Why Work With Us
At Magna, our engineering team is advancing mobility for everyone and everything. Joining this team means being a part of the design, development, and manufacturing of the world’s most advanced mobility technology. Innovations that move families, shape communities, and improve lives. You can follow your passions and shape your own career path.
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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Majority of roles are hybrid with flexibility. Please speak with our recruiting team for specific details on hybrid work.
