Engineering Co-Op

Detroit, MI
December 20, 2024
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Job Description

Job Number: 70802
Group: Magna Seating
Division: Magna Seating Novi
Job Type: Student
Location: NOVI
Work Style:
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.
Group Summary
Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of seating structures, foam and trim, mechanisms, and complete seats for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Seating is at the center of the consumer vehicle experience and our seating solutions are developed from consumer research, prioritizing comfort, convenience and connectivity.
About the Role
This role provides students with a comprehensive and immersive learning experience across various key functions within the organization. By rotating through departments such as trim, materials, structures, JIT, warranty, validation, and innovation, the co-op will gain a holistic understanding of the automotive seating industry. This program aims to cultivate versatile and skilled individuals who can contribute to Magna Seating’s commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction. Through hands-on projects, cross-functional collaboration, and exposure to real-world challenges, the co-op will develop the technical expertise, problem-solving abilities, and professional acumen necessary to excel in their future careers.
Your Responsibilities

  • Responsibilities will vary depending on students rotational placement each working term.
  • Generally assigned to components, sub-assemblies, or systems that are less complex in nature, e.g. carry over parts, existing business, and/or minor modifications. Where assigned to systems, responsibility is usually for component(s) within the system.
  • Coordinate the complete development for the designated products including, but not limited to design and release, build and test activities, in accordance with standard operating procedures and the product delivery process.
  • Incorporate customer requirements, regulations and product specifications into the design of the designated products, ensuring compliance with operational, cost, timing, safety, reliability, quality, and manufacturing feasibility parameters.
  • Analyze products and formulates engineering conclusions by the application of engineering and/or mathematical principles and tools.
  • Support Quality Function Deployment (QFD), Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA), Design of Experiments (DOE), Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VA/VE) and Design for Manufacturing/Design for Assembly (DFM/DFA) in the development of the product.
  • Write/compile engineering content for the following deliverables: engineering specifications and documentation, including DVP&R’s, 8D’s, GD&T, BOM, prototype control plans, key product characteristics, engineering changes and work orders.
  • Consult and collaborate with personnel in various engineering and design activities relative to product development requirements.
  • Support effective communications within the project team and the customer, supplier, manufacturing and quality communities with guidance from engineering management and senior engineering personnel. Maintain all appropriate documentation.
  • Provide engineering direction and support to design personnel.
  • Review and approve engineering designs. Review, approve, complete, and submit required change notices to ensure design outputs meet design inputs.
  • Maintain good housekeeping of the area.
  • Ensure adherence to company, departmental and health and safety systems and policies to meet legislative requirements.
  • Supports Internal / External Audit efforts regarding ISO 9001:2015, IATF 16949 Certification for remote site location (Group Office).
  • Supports the requirements as detailed in Standard Operating Procedure 8000 (Quality Management System).
  • Ensure employees work in the manner consistent with the organizations established objectives and targets utilizing protective equipment, devices, measures, and procedures as promulgated by state and federal regulations. Establish clear goals for workplace health and safety. Complete safety talks, safety meetings, and required training occur, as defined

Who we are looking for
We are seeking enthusiastic and driven individuals who are eager to learn and grow within the dynamic environment of Magna Seating.
Your preferred qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Design, or a related field.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Basic knowledge of CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) is a plus.
  • Ability to adapt to different work environments and learn quickly.

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.
Site Benefits
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.
Nearest Major Market: Detroit