Contract
Engineer-Autonomy Test and Validation
Contract
Posted on 2/21/2026
Magna
10,001+ employees
Automotive components and contract manufacturing provider
No salary listed
Toronto, ON, Canada
In Person
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
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- 1 to 3 years of relevant work experience in testing and validation.
- Experience in vehicle testing and validation of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems and Autonomous Driving systems.
- Analytical skills and experience to troubleshoot test setup issues.
- Willingness and motivation to learn new technologies and acquire additional skills.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others in a team environment.
- Bachelor's or higher degree in Engineering including but not limited to Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, Aerospace, and Robotics.
- Experience in vehicle test & validation in series production ADAS system is preferred.
- This is a 9-month contract position with the possibility of extension.
- Testing and validating the systems that enable autonomous driving of vehicles, robots or other platforms.
- Conducting on-road tests and data logging.
- Analyzing data to identify issues.
- Tuning parameters and resolving issues to enhance overall autonomous driving performance.
- Creating test and validation reports.
- Work with multidisciplinary teams to develop and optimize system operation strategies, integrate sensors and actuators, and ensure the safe and reliable functioning of autonomous driving systems.
- Plan, execute and coordinate New Mobility for/with internal and external departments, supplier companies and academia.
- Evaluation of technologies and product designs with compliance to scientific principles, engineering principles, company standards, customer requirements and related specifications.
- Support development of innovative components and modules from concept through design engineering, validation, prototyping, testing, and evaluation of proposed production capable process and business case.
- Design and conduct research programs applying theory and principles of mechanics, thermodynamics, hydraulics, electronics, heat transfer and materials.
- Contribute to team effort by providing innovative ideas for products and processes and by sharing new information with other team members.
- Support ideation process by identifying gaps to guide future R&D efforts.
- Analyze engineering results and propose product changes to determine feasibility, improvement of components and systems and performance specifications.
- Correlate experimental data to simulation data.
- Maintain innovation project schedule by monitoring project progress, co-coordinate activities, calculating time requirements, sequencing project elements and resolving problems.
- Specify requests and coordinate all sub-contracted work (i.e. software development, prototyping, validation, testing) and assure timely completion.
- Confer with other project engineers to clarify or resolve problems and develop designs.
- Maintain proper filing systems to ensure all information, (electronic or hard copy), are stored according to departments requirements.
- Provide engineering support to other departments within the company as directed by the department leader.
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by reviewing professional publications and establishing personal networks.
- Responsible for keeping the organization abreast of developments in his/her R&D programs.
- Interpret technical specifications from OEMs.
- Prepare project progress reports.
- Use related computer software and equipment to perform technical analysis tasks.
- Continuing education and/or training is critical as technology evolves.
- Ability to travel domestic and international.
- Participating in vehicle-level testing and validation to ensure the performances are meeting the requirements and specifications.
- Troubleshoot and resolve any issues related to sensor integration, actuator control, and performance.
- Perform other duties as required.
- Automotive Original Equipment Manufacturer or Tier-1 experience preferred.
- Experience in vehicle test & validation in series production ADAS system is preferred.
Magna is a global mobility technology company and one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers. It designs, manufactures, and integrates a wide range of automotive components and systems, including body exteriors and structures, power and vision technologies, seating, and complete vehicle solutions. It differentiates itself by offering integrated end-to-end capabilities—from parts production to full vehicle engineering and contract manufacturing—across a vast global network of 338 plants in 28 countries, with the ability to develop multiple powertrain options in one facility. Its goal is to be a trusted one-stop partner for automakers, helping them move from concept to finished vehicle and accelerate electrification and advanced mobility through global manufacturing and engineering services.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Aurora, Canada
Founded
1957
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Q1 2026 adjusted EBIT rose 58% to $558M with 5.4% margin expansion.
- Magna Steyr produces GAC Aion V and UT using Farasis LFP batteries under 2025 agreement.
- China Kunshan facility boosts automation and partnerships with local automakers.
What critics are saying
- $485M write-down from divesting Lighting and Rooftop to Mutares and AURELIUS in H2 2026.
- $591M Electronics impairment reveals weak automated driving demand and overcapacity.
- EU tariffs force low-margin GAC and Xpeng production at Graz, eroding profitability now.
What makes Magna unique
- Magna assembles complete vehicles via Magna Steyr for GAC Aion UT in Graz since March 2026.
- Magna introduced Icon radar in 2018 for Level 5 autonomy and automatic emergency braking.
- Magna's DHD REX hybrid drive offers modular range extension for B-E segment SUVs.
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Company News
Magna International has agreed to sell its Lighting and Rooftop Systems businesses through three separate transactions, expected to close in the second half of 2026. The divestitures aim to refocus the company on areas aligned with its long-term growth and margin objectives, reshaping its Power & Vision segment. The company's shares recently closed at CA$80.02 on the TSX, trading approximately 22% below the analyst consensus target of CA$97.60. Over the past year, the stock has returned 86.6%, though it has declined 20.3% over five years. Magna currently operates with a group profit margin of approximately 2.0%. Investors will be monitoring how the portfolio restructuring affects margins and earnings stability once the transactions complete.
GAC Aion UT starts production at Magna Steyr in Austria. Contract manufacturer Magna Steyr has begun production of the compact electric vehicle GAC Aion UT. This model is the second electric series produced in Graz by GAC, following the Aion V. For the Chinese OEM, this step represents further localization of production in Europe. By Cora Werwitzke 26.03.2026 - 10:39 Magna Steyr only began producing the mid-size SUV GAC Aion V in Graz last November. Just five months later, the smaller Aion UT has followed suit. This development was reported by the portal CN EV Post, citing official statements from Magna. The collaboration stems from a comprehensive cooperation agreement signed between GAC and Magna in November 2025, which at the time already extended beyond the Aion V. The Aion UT is a battery-electric compact car currently manufactured in China and Thailand. It has been available in its home market since March 2025. Earlier this month, the model made its debut at the Motion Expo automotive trade fair in Graz, Austria. Read its test drive review here. It had already become clear that the model would also be produced at Magna Steyr. In December 2025, an official GAC announcement revealed that the company would use LFP batteries from Farasis Energy for its European models. The Aion UT was mentioned alongside the Aion V as a target model for the battery supply, indirectly confirming that the battery-electric compact car would also be built locally in Europe. The Farasis battery cells are large-format pouch cells with lithium iron phosphate (LFP) chemistry. According to the partners, the total order capacity exceeds 10 GWh, which, in purely mathematical terms, is sufficient for around 100,000 electric vehicles with 100 kWh batteries. However, the exact size and capacity of the batteries remain unknown. Meanwhile, Magna's Austrian plant is increasingly becoming a production hub for Chinese automakers expanding into Europe. Since September, the Magna facility has also been assembling the Xpeng G6 and G9 models. By producing vehicles in Europe, Chinese manufacturers avoid the EU's additional tariffs, which would otherwise apply to electric cars imported from China into the European Union. Importantly, Magna is responsible solely for vehicle production, while distribution of GAC's electric vehicles is handled by the Chinese company itself. "GAC plans to expand into further European markets through new partnerships as well as service and distribution networks," it was stated in December. However, the Canadian group did not specify which markets are being targeted or what production capacities GAC has secured at Magna. The Magna vehicle plant in Graz operates mixed production lines, where internal combustion engine vehicles, hybrids, and electric cars are manufactured side by side. Well-known electric models from the plant include the Jaguar I-Pace and, briefly, the Fisker Ocean (both discontinued), as well as the current Mercedes G-Class with EQ technology and the two Xpeng models. On the internal combustion engine side, the BMW Z4 and Toyota Supra remain in production. cnevpost.com 0 comments. about "GAC Aion UT starts production at Magna Steyr in Austria" Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *
Magna International has introduced DHD REX, a dedicated hybrid drive system for range-extended electric vehicles designed to provide electric-like performance with seamless range extension. The ready-to-integrate system features a modular, single-motor architecture adaptable to diverse regulatory and customer requirements across global markets. The system supports multiple operating modes, including electric driving, generating mode and optional parallel hybrid mode, whilst reducing size, weight and system cost. DHD REX is validated for B through E vehicle segments in all-wheel drive layouts, including SUVs, and can be adapted to both internal combustion engine and battery electric vehicle platforms. The launch complements Magna's DHD Duo dual e-motor system, which is already in series production. Diba Ilunga, President of Magna Powertrain, said the solution reflects the company's commitment to flexible, customer-focused electrification pathways.
Magna International has raised CA$120 million in new funding, though shares have weakened recently, falling 1.8% in the latest trading session and 19.2% over the past month. The company currently trades at CA$75.59 per share with a market capitalisation reflecting its CA$42.01 billion in revenue and CA$829 million in net income. Despite short-term pressure, the company has delivered a 50.69% total shareholder return over one year. Analysts suggest the stock is trading 15.7% below its fair value estimate of CA$89.71, with expected margin expansion from operational improvements and restructuring over the next two years. Key risks include weaker vehicle production in major markets and ongoing inflation and labour cost pressures that could impact margins.
Bank of America reinstated coverage of Magna International Inc. with a Buy rating and an $80 price target on 4 March. The firm cited expectations for the North American automotive sector to outperform this year, noting that a regulatory environment potentially favouring internal combustion engine vehicles could benefit suppliers like Magna. Magna reported fourth-quarter sales of $10.8 billion, up 2% year over year. Adjusted EBIT margin expanded by 100 basis points to 7.5%, whilst adjusted earnings per share rose 29% to $2.18. Previously, Morgan Stanley raised its price target to $65 from $54 with an Equal Weight rating, whilst Scotiabank increased its target to $69 from $57 with a Sector Perform rating. The Aurora, Ontario-based company is one of the world's largest independent automotive suppliers.