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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.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Controls & Automation Engineer will support the deployment and integration of Factory of the Future automation initiatives across manufacturing operations. This role will focus on executing and scaling automation solutions including robotics, vision systems, industrial controls, and advanced manufacturing technologies within production environments.
This individual will work closely with operations, engineering, vendors, integrators, and regional teams to ensure automation systems are deployed to standard, integrated effectively, and capable of scaling across multiple divisions.
In addition to execution, this role will help drive collaboration, standardization, and best practice sharing across the region while acting as a key point of contact for automation support, clarity, and removal of execution friction within divisions.
Compensation: 120,000-150,000 CAD.
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
Automation solutions deployed successfully and to standard
Strong collaboration and alignment across plant teams, vendors, integrators, and regional stakeholders
Reduced execution friction and improved deployment consistency across divisions
Standardized, repeatable automation solutions scaled across the region
Improved operational performance, uptime, and execution speed
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Support deployment, commissioning, and integration of automation systems within manufacturing environments
Program, troubleshoot, and modify PLC, HMI, and industrial control systems
Support implementation of robotics, cobots, vision systems, and advanced manufacturing technologies
Collaborate with automation vendors, integrators, plant teams, and regional resources to ensure successful execution of projects
Act as a regional point of contact for automation support, helping drive clarity, alignment, and removal of execution barriers
Support development, standardization, and scaling of automation best practices across divisions
Assist in troubleshooting system, integration, and startup issues within production environments
Contribute to improving manufacturing performance, uptime, and operational efficiency through automation initiatives
Ensure automation systems align with Factory of the Future objectives and operational requirements
The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or 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.
Experience with PLC programming and industrial control systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or equivalent)
Hands-on experience supporting automation deployment and commissioning within manufacturing environments
Experience with robotics, cobots, Autonomous Mobile Robots and vision systems preferred
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in fast-paced production environments
Ability to collaborate effectively across operations, engineering, vendors, and integrators
Strong communication, coordination, and execution mindset with willingness to work hands-on when required
Ability to travel as needed to support implementation and commissioning activities.
Education/Special Knowledge - Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, or equivalent hands-on industry experience
Experience – 8 + years of experience in industrial automation, with proven leadership.
Physical Demands/Work Environment - Normal amount of sitting or standing, average mobility to move around an office environment, able to conduct normal amount of work at a computer, may require local, domestic and international travel. This position will be located out of Troy MI, or remote with a travel requirement.
Regular / Permanent
Magna Exteriors
