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Test Engineer

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Hybrid
Vaughan, ON
Entry level
Hybrid
Vaughan, ON
Entry level
Performs product and weld testing for automotive exterior components, including environmental, durability, salt spray, load, and conformance testing. Operates and maintains test equipment, troubleshoots lab systems, analyzes samples, evaluates pass/fail results against specifications and standards, and supports PPAP and DVP&R activities. Assigns test priorities, prepares technical reports and presentations, recommends corrective actions, and supports prototype builds while following safety and quality requirements.
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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:
The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.
Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.

Job Responsibilities:

Immediate open position

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum Mechanical Engineering Technologist Diploma or equivalent

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints.

  • Ability to accurately test products for consistency with specifications.

  • Good verbal and written communication skill.

  • Quality Assurance training.

  • Working with hand tools

DESIRABLE ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

(Optional) – Preferred but not required

  • Electrical/mechanical experience is an asset

  • Previous test lab related experience is an asset

  • Previous machine shop experience is an asset

  • Automotive manufacturing experience

MAIN TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Compensation: $65,000 - 70,000 annually

  • Schedules and performs various product testing including weld testing with available equipment.

  • Maintain knowledge of Mytox Lab Manual pertaining to Lab, ISO/QS 9000, TS16949:2002, AIAG standards,  customer standards, safety standards.

  • Make “pass” or “fail” recommendations on tests in accordance with set standards/specifications.

  • Carry out continual conformance testing for the engineering, quality, and production department.

  • Safe operation and maintenance of test equipment and measuring instruments to prevent costly damage to prototypes and equipment.

  • Responsible to protect own health and safety by working in compliance with established safe work practices and procedures.

  • Troubleshooting of test lab equipment -- current and preventative.

  • Conducts analysis of test samples

  • Assign priorities and schedules tests.

  • Perform testing for PPAP and DVP + R.

  • Read and become knowledgeable with specifications and standards.

  • Accurately report test results and advise corrective actions.

  • Perform environmental testing, durability testing, salt spray testing, static/dynamic load testing, and weld testing*.

  • Support prototype build.

  • Complete technical writing, test reports, summaries and presentations

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 Exteriors

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