Summer 2023 Internship- Validation Engineering

Job Number: 54505
Group: Magna Seating
Division: Magna Seating Novi
Job Type: Intern/Co-op
Location: NOVI
Group Description
Magna is an innovative leader in the development and manufacturing of high quality complete seating systems. Our solution includes seating structures, mechanisms and hardware, as well as foam and trim products for global automotive, heavy truck and bus industries. Our capabilities include market and consumer research; full concept development; design and engineering capabilities; testing, validation and world-class manufacturing. Our award-winning seating solutions are developed from consumer research, finding the ease of operation to be comfortable, convenient and connected.
Role Summary
This position entails a hands-on learning experience in the Validation Department as a summer intern from May to August of 2023. The summer intern will assist Validation Engineers in testing programs as well as be exposed to all aspects of the Validation Engineer position.
Key Responsibilities
Over the course of the summer, the student will perform or be exposed to any or all of the following portions of the Validation Engineering Process:• Assist Validation Engineers in execution of ED/DV/PV testing programs• Create and/or manage DVP&R's based on customer requirements• Create test sample reuse plans and estimated test schedules• Attend test fixture design reviews• Generate detailed Test Requests based on test plans• Tag test samples and facilitate shipment to test lab(s)• Schedule, plan, and prioritize testing based on program timing requirements• Travel with Validation Engineer(s)to offsite test lab(s) to view and approve various types of test setups
o Help troubleshoot any issues. • Attend weekly internal program Validation status meetings• Update of DVP&Rs, Glidepaths, and other program tracking tools• Support post test sample reviews / teardowns• Upload test reports to online storage location • Quote tests and/or test plans• Create validation purchase orders• Review and approve testing invoices
Key Qualifications/Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Completion of at least 1-year of college, currently working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent.
Additional Information
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS:
Strong communication skills: verbal, written, and presentations.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to successfully complete multiple tasks within established and changing deadlines.
Knowledge with Microsoft Office programs including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Outlook preferred
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Normal amount of sitting, standing, and walking. Average mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer. Travel to local test lab is sometimes required.
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Nearest Major Market: Detroit