Specialist Housing Design

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Group Summary:

Job title:

Specialist Housing Design

Job Introduction:

Experienced Gearbox Design Engineer with expertise in CATIA 3D modelling, gearbox housing development, technical drawings, GD&T, and product development. Skilled in supporting projects from concept design through prototype and series production in automotive transmission and e-drive applications.

Major Responsibilities:

• Expertise in CATIA 3D modelling (surface modelling, solid modelling and product structure) for the development of conceptual and detailed designs of gearbox housings, covers, brackets, plastic deflectors, NVH covers, inverter boxes, fasteners, and other components across various gearbox variants.
• Extensive experience in creating technical drawings for components and assemblies, ensuring compliance with Design for Manufacturing (DfM) principles.
• Expertise in prototype and serial development design of gearbox, hybrid and e-drive components (focus on housing and above-mentioned parts).
• Expert knowledge of GD&T (ISO / ASME).
• Experienced in creating technical presentations and tolerance calculations.
• Ability to interpret and evaluate casting simulation and CAE analyses.
• Testing support for prototype builds, evaluation of test results with test engineer (e.g. lubrication tests).
• Good understanding of gearbox systems, their architecture, functions, and integration within automotive powertrains.
• Knowledge in FMEA and problem-solving techniques (8D). 
• Knowledge in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Process (ENOVIA & SAP).
• Knowledge in VA/VE related activities.
• High degree of flexibility and initiative with team orientation
• Basic knowledge in the field of hydraulics and electrification of gearboxes in automobiles
• Ability to work in a team, willingness to learn, quality awareness and independent working style.
• Proactive, solution-oriented and structured way of working as well as resilience.
• Experienced use of MS Office applications.

Skills and competencies:

• Experience in CATIA V5 and ENOVIA.
• Knowledge in change management and drawing release processes.
• Knowledge related casting manufacturing process.
• Experience in the automotive sector is desirable.
• Excellent English language skills, both verbal and written.

Educational Qualifications:

Bachelors in mechanical / automotive / Control Engineering or Mechatronics

Work experience:

3 to 8 years of relevant experience in Gearbox Housing Design & Development.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):

Maintains safe work practices, complies with Magna H&S requirements, and participates in training and hazard reporting.

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.