Hardware Engineer

Group Description
The Mechatronics, Mirrors and Lighting group specializes in automotive technologies that are driving the future of mobility. Combining a deep systems knowledge to develop unique vehicle access experiences, intelligent visions systems and advanced automotive lighting technologies, MML's expertise light the path to innovation, safety and styling.
Key Responsibilities

• D esign responsible for Electronic design for LED lighting in automotive applications.
• Responsible for Test plan development to customer specifications (Chrysler, GM, Ford, etc).
• Conducts or leads failure analysis and investigation of electronic failures or incidents.
• Create detailed SORs for testing and outsourcing of electronic manufacturing.
• Responsible to lead research, design and develop of electronics for new, existing programs in compliance with automotive standards and customer specifications from concept development to production launch.
• Development of analog, digital circuitry, power electronics and embedded software for automotive exterior lighting.
• Be the Main point of contact for electrical designs. Interface with cross-functional departments, suppliers and customer with respect to electronic product development, validations and manufacturing.
• Project management of sourced electronic designs.
• Management of cost, and quality of electronic products.
• Monitor and analyze any product failure. Provide recommendations to Quality engineering.
• Develop and test prototypes to ensure design intent and specifications are satisfied.
• Develop PCB layouts for production designs using appropriate PCB technologies.
• Ensure electrical designs and layouts meet EMC, Environmental, and Lighting rquirements
• Conducting schematic level circuit simulation for continuous improvement of designs.
• Create electrical and EMC design validation test plans according to customer requirements. Get customer approvals.

Key Qualifications/Requirements

• 3 - 10 years electronics design and development background.
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics or equivalent industry experience.
• Must have detailed electronic component knowledge.
• Must have experience with Microprocessor based designs.
• Knowledge of Electronic manufacturing, quality and technical standards (IPC, ISO, etc.)
• Above average communication skills (written and verbal).
• Proficiency with the use of electronic testing equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot electronic designs.
• Clear understanding of EMC design.
• Prior exposure to Automotive OEM specifications/standards an asset.
• Prior exposure to Automotive Lighting specifications/standards an asset.
• Experience with Altium designer or similar PCB schematic capture and PCB layout software.
• Familiar with 3D CAD and 2D drawing software

Additional Information
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Demonstrated proficiency in Computer applications (i.e. word, excel, power point etc.).
• Ability to efficiently work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Proficient in dimensional systems and analysis.
• Effective communication (written & verbal) with various departments within Magna and with customer plant liaisons.
• Strong organizational and prioritizing abilities
• Self-Motivated, ability to initiate and follow tasks through to completion.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems related to manufacturing
• Strong Presentation skills

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Role Summary
Nearest Major Market: Detroit