Engineer Sr Staff - Systems

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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:

JOB FUNCTIONS (ESSENTIAL)
Work with customer at program initiation to analyze the customer requirements and to enter them into the Magna application
life cycle (ALM) tool.
Develop the system requirements based upon and traced to the customer requirements for mechanical, electrical and software
disciplines
Utilize the system architecture provided by the core team to verify that the system requirements are satisfied by the system
architecture
Understand and document customer requirements using ALM tools. Manager and negotiate customer requirements, change
requests, and unwritten expectations.
Document system architecture in an unambiguous, clear, and understandable way that electrical, mechanical and software
engineers know exactly what they have to do in order to meet customer expectations.
Create and maintain project documentation
o System requirements specification
o System architecture definition tailored to the specific project
o System test plan
o Other documents, as needed
Lead cross functional requirements reviews
Develop with the support of the customer the system level DFMEA for the product.
Coordinate with manufacturing and software teams to develop interface requirements including EOL and module programming
requirements
Support creation of:
o Detailed discipline specific design description
o Mechanical/Electrical and hardware/software interface specifications
o 8D reports
o Timing Plans
Other documents, as needed
Perform systems testing of products on bench and in vehicles making sure the product functions and performs as the customer
expects per requirements.
Actively pursue cost saving ideas
Be aware of innovative solutions and propose patent applications.
Perform complex work assignments requiring independent problem solving and decision making, requiring strong systems
engineering technical competency.
Work assignments primarily involve senior/advanced level work and may mentor other systems engineers
Lead the planning, scheduling, monitoring and reporting of all systems engineering related activities for various projects.
Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives. Ensures that facilities are in full compliance with all safety
regulations.
Maintains regular attendance.
Follows safe work procedures; Uses appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE); Uses workplace tools and equipment as
instructed; Reports workplace hazards, injuries and illness as soon as possible following event.
Complies with the requirements of Quality Operating System (QOS)

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering / Software Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science or equivalent
(Master's preferred)
4-8 years' relevant experience regarding the Responsibility / Activities (listed above) for automotive electronics serial
development projects (mandatory).
Technical Knowledge
Knowledge of product development engineering practices in automotive field
Requirements management
Revision control (Configuration management)
Change control
Requirements decomposition planning and reporting (KPI generation)
Test plan development
Test execution planning
Track records of writing good requirements that can be successfully implemented.
Profound technical knowledge of automotive electronics products. Familiar with typical automotive OEM requirements. Can
anticipate customer requirements, even if not stated in customer documentation.
Experienced in use of requirements management tools. Familiar with concepts such as baselining, inheritance etc.
Working knowledge of IS026262, hazard, SAE J2464, IEC, NEC, ISO 20G53, and two-level fault strategies.
Software
o Experience with ALM tools (e.g. PTC Integrity, DOORS), simulation SW (e.g. Matlab SIMULINK), Enterprise Architect
o Expertise in using CAN based tools such as CANalyzer, CANoe, CANape, neoVI, etc.
o Experience with UML
o Experience with Matlab/Simulink and Stateflow
o Experience developing systems using Enterprise Architect (EA)

Practical Knowledge
Working knowledge in structured engineering approach
Working knowledge in development of portable, reusable and modular software in automotive environment
Experience in using a disciplined software development process based on ASPICE or CMMi process model.
Working knowledge of configuration management (preferably PTC/MKS), project monitoring and control techniques.
Troubleshooting and debugging skills
Knowledge of structured problem solving (8D) methods and/or techniques.
Key Customer Specific Requirements (CSR) - as applicable
Review CSR via SharePoint

Personal Requirements
Able to work effectively in a global environment.
Able to represent technical design topics internally and externally
Able to demonstrate self-motivation, tenacity, and determination (these skills are very useful in this position)
Able to work independently with little to no supervision
Able to travel (domestic and international may be needed)

Computer Skills
Knowledge of MS Office Package (especially Excel)
Knowledge of analysis and engineering toolssuch as version control/configuration management, UML tools,static code check tools
ALM tools(PTC Integrity)
Working knowledge of CAN and LIN based tools such as CANalyzer, CANoe, CANape, neoVI
Mathworks based tools(Matlab, Simulink)
Carmaker
Enterprise Architect
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.

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Magna Electronics