Sr. Eng, Automation

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection. 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 Magna is more than one of the world’s largest suppliers in the automotive space. We are a mobility technology company built to innovate, with a global, entrepreneurial-minded team. With 65+ years of expertise, our ecosystem of interconnected products combined with our complete vehicle expertise uniquely positions us to advance mobility in an expanded transportation landscape.

Job Responsibilities About the Role The Engineer, Automation will support Magna's Factory of the Future (FoF) Strategy focused on advanced automation, intelligent manufacturing systems, and humanoid robotics applications. This role will work closely with global R&D teams, manufacturing operations, and external technology partners to evaluate, develop, and deploy next-generation automation solutions across Magna facilities.

The successful candidate will contribute to automation projects involving robotics, machine vision, AI-enabled systems, autonomous material handling, and humanoid robot integration. This position requires a hands-on engineer who enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges and implementing innovative technologies in production environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support evaluation and deployment of advanced automation and humanoid robotics technologies within manufacturing and assembly operations.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams to identify suitable applications for advanced robotics and intelligent automation solutions.
• Conduct feasibility studies, process analysis, and cycle time assessments for automation opportunities.
• Assist with development, testing, validation, and commissioning of automation systems.
• Support robot programming, system integration, and troubleshooting activities.
• Participate in pilot projects involving AI-enabled manufacturing technologies, machine vision, autonomous systems, and humanoid robotics applications.
• Monitor project implementation progress and support adherence to timelines and deliverables.
• Collect and analyze operational data to assess system performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Support external suppliers, integrators, and technology partners during project execution.
• Maintain compliance with Magna quality, safety, and engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, Automation Engineering, or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in automation, robotics, manufacturing engineering, or related disciplines.
• Knowledge of industrial robotics platforms such as ABB, Fanuc, KUKA, Yaskawa, or equivalent.
• Understanding of PLCs, industrial networking, controls systems, and automation architecture.
• Experience with manufacturing processes, assembly systems, and material handling applications.
• Programming experience in Python, C++, ROS, or similar platforms is preferred.
• Familiarity with machine vision, AI applications, autonomous systems, or humanoid robotics is an asset.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Fluent in Mandarin; English communication skills required for collaboration with global teams.

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 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 Corporate