Engineering Technician

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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:
Transforming mobility. Making automotive technology that is smarter, cleaner, safer and lighter. That's what we're passionate about at Magna Electronics, and we do it by creating world-class Electronic systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex Electronic systems. Our name stands for quality, environmental consciousness, and safety. Innovation is what drives us and we drive innovation. Dream big and create the future of mobility at Magna Electronics.
Job Responsibilities:
The HW Technician is responsible for the construction, modification, repair and/or verification of automotive electronic circuits & assemblies as directed by Design Work Requests. The HW Technician provides technician services to multiple project teams in a variety of assignments including small scale electronic circuits, wire harnesses, test boxes, test equipment & services, and vehicle systems support.
Your Responsibilities

• Work with Product Design, HW Engineering Team(s) or associated engineers to deliver assigned work products on time and of with quality.

• Build, modify, and/or repair custom electronic circuit assemblies. Hand solder small scale electronic components including fine pitch SMD & through hole devices.

• Build, install, and maintain custom wiring harnesses for test equipment or vehicle applications.

• Build custom electrical break-out boxes and prototype electronic circuit boards.

• Build or modify custom mounting hardware, brackets, & fixtures as required.

• Troubleshoot test equipment electrical and mechanical systems. Coordinate efforts to repair or update equipment or systems as needed.

• Operate test lab equipment and shop machinery. Conduct monitoring and testing activities as directed.

• Analyze and verify any issues discovered and review data with associated engineers. Prepare written reports as required.

• Assure customer confidentiality in all communications and actions.

• Work independently, and in conjunction with the project team, as required. Represent the HW Engineering Department in cross functional team meetings as required.

• Complete all administrative assignments and ensure adherence to internal standards, safety, cleanliness, and organization of all work products. Follow development processes as required. Assure Product Assurance Lab policy is followed (i.e. - TS16949, ISO17025) for project team work.

• Overtime & Off-shift work may be required on an occasional basis

Who we are looking for

• Associates Degree in Electronics Technology, or equivalent, is desired. Equivalent electronics experience and/or post High School, or military training may be acceptable.

• Five or more years of related job experience desired, automotive safety systems experience preferred. Experience in an automotive accredited lab is a plus.

• Knowledge of automotive electronic components, products & assemblies.

• Strong interpersonal skills to work in a team environment, strong verbal communication skills.

• Must be proficient with hand tools and related items.

• Must be proficient with hand soldering small scale electronic components.

• Strong problem solving skills to aid in analysis and physical troubleshooting of electronic products.

• Ability to create new, unique tools or fixtures to aid in job performance is a plus.

• Experience with power supplies, multi-meters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, etc. is preferred.

• Must have basic computer skills (i.e. - Excel, Word, e-mail). Familiarity with CAD / Schematic / Drawing applications is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• • Manual dexterity required to operate office, laboratory, shop, and test equipment.
• • Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• • Ability to work on automotive vehicles in a garage environment.
• • Ability to communicate effectively with employees and outside contacts.
• • Ability to lift items up to 50 lbs.

Hiring Salary Range: $65,000 - $85,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data)
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.
Worker Type:
Regular / Permanent
Group:
Magna Electronics