Electronics Senior Systems Integrator

Company: Magna International Inc.
Location: Plymouth
Posted on: April 3, 2021

Job Description:

Group: Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting Division: Autosystems America, Inc. Job Type: Permanent/Regular Location: Plymouth, MI, US, 48170 Job Number: 14201--
Group: Magna Mechatronics, Mirrors & Lighting
Division: Autosystems America, Inc.--
Job Type: Permanent/Regular--
Location: Plymouth, Belleville, Troy-- 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

• Management of the electronics project development team in automotive exterior lighting
• Responsible to lead research, design and develop of physical electrical hardware for new designs in compliance with automotive standards and customer specifications from concept development to production launch
• Creates electronic system block diagrams and circuit topologies with the support of the EE Engineers and according customers' requirements.
• Main point of contact for electrical designs. Interface with cross functional departments, suppliers and customer with respect to electronic product development, validations and manufacturing
• Works with Product Engineers to establish lamp level electrical requirements
• Works with Optical Engineers to establish lamp level optical source requirements
• Works with Manufacturing Engineers to establish lamp level and component level DFM requirements
• Works with purchasing and sales on new program content for costing
• Works with Resident Engineer to ensure electrical requirements are met during lamp level validation
• Responsible for review of customer electrical interface documentation
• Responsible for coordinating proof of concept testing with electrical techs
• Responsible for coordinating electrical environmental testing as required by the OEMs with electrical techs
• Review of Engineering changes for past and new programs when required by the electrical team
• Develops/reviews SOR for establishing manufacturing requires for component level electronics assemblies
• Responsible to ensure electrical assembly costs are with in costing in quote model
• Work closely with Product Development, New Technology and Program Management Teams to ensure milestone attainment to customer expectations
• Align Design Strategies with New Technology and VA/VE initiatives, which are in process
• Customer specification review and stakeholder requirements capturing and elicitation
• Responsible for Test plan review with EE and Validation Tech (VW, FCA, Chrysler, GM, Ford, etc.)
• Conducts or leads failure analysis and investigation of electronic failures or incidents
• Negotiation of technical issues with customers and suppliers
• Assists with project management of sourced electronic designs
• Oversees outsourced electronic designs
• Management of cost models of electronic products
• Performs all additional tasks given to him by his superior
• Internal company regulations compliance
• Change management
  Key Qualifications/Requirements
  • Minimum 10 years electronics manufacturing and/or development background
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent industry experience
  • Must have detailed electronic component knowledge
  • Knowledge of Electronic manufacturing, quality and technical standards (IPC, ISO, etc.)
  • Above average communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Hands on Electronic ability
  • Understanding of ESD design and prevention
  • Prior exposure to Automotive OEM specifications/standards an asset
  • Prior exposure to Automotive Lighting specifications/standards an asset
  • Familiar with Altium designer or similar PCB layout software
  • Familiar with 3D CAD and 2D drawing software
  • Strong and varied interpersonal skills. Able to communicate and negotiate with supplier and customer representatives verbally and in writing
  • Ability to read electrical schematics and understand PCB layout
  • Ability--to gain support and co-operation of team members both internal and external
  • Works independently or in a team
  • Understands product manufacturing and costing processes
  • Demonstrates focus on meeting program commitments and enforcement of work plans where timing is not achieved. 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 Autosystems 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 Physical Demands Physical Demands - Normal amount of sitting and standing; Ability to move around an office environment and on the production floor; Ability to work at a computer workstation; Ability to bend, twist, lift, reach. Required to carry out job duties and responsibilities in a work environment that may include, but is not limited to, varying levels of noise and/or temperature. Ability to lift max. 50lbs periodically.

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