Engineer eMotor

Magna International, Inc

Troy, Michigan

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Automotive Industry, Automotive Technology, Construction, Control Engineering, Cost Control, Customer Relations, Electric Motor, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Electronics, Manufacturing, Mentoring, Powertrain, Propulsion, Quality Management, Requirements Management, Safety/Work Safety, Simulation, Software Design, Software Testing, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Traction Drives
LOCATION
Troy, Michigan
POSTED
20 days ago
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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 Powertrain, and we do it by creating world-class powertrain systems. We are a premier supplier for the global automotive industry with full capabilities in design, development, testing and manufacturing of complex powertrain 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 Powertrain.

Job Responsibilities:

Mission of the Position:

***Open to both intermediate and senior level engineers*** We are looking for talented team members to be a part of a dynamic team looking to push boundaries, innovate, and are passionate about being a part of the transformation from traditional powertrains to eMobility.

The eMotor Design Engineer will be a part of development projects for electric machines for electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles. Responsible for the detailed design and application of electric motors for propulsion. The engineer will develop new or modify existing products for new customer and/or internal product developments, following the defined product concept for eDrive products.

Creating an eDrive system for new vehicle applications requires a full team approach, including all sub-systems. The eMotor must fit within system boundaries and be affordable and efficient while delivering the necessary torque and power for Magna Etelligent programs.

As an Intermediate level engineer, the engineer will work independently with limited supervision to evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria using knowledge and judgement to make adaptations and modifications.

As a Senior Engineer, the engineer will independently perform a wide variety of complex/advanced engineering work to include planning, designing, and carrying out work assignments, often serving as a technical authority of the department with little to no supervision. The engineer will mentor and guide less experienced team members.

Key Responsibilities:

  • System Responsible for all North American eDrive Systems electric machines design and applications for electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles.
  • Responsible for design, development, analysis, and testing of electric motors for electric traction drives (voltage < 1000V, current < 900A) for eDrive applications.
  • Analysis, simulation and implementation of customer requirements (load specifications) as well as normative specifications
  • Definition and coordination of the motor architecture, motor sensors and connection technology (e.g. phase connections).
  • Coordination of technical interfaces for the eMotor components.
  • Creation of the requirements and architecture specification for the electric motor development taking specifications into account.
  • Definition of requirements and creation of specification sheets for the eMotor components.
  • Coordination of the technical requirements for the eMotor components with suppliers.
  • Support of the project manager and program team, for the eMotor application (including the eMotor specifics within new business quotations).
  • Work closely with customers and partners for all aspects of eMotor vehicle application and testing.
  • Cooperation with system development, electronics development, construction, testing, suppliers and scientific institutes.
  • Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality, efficiency, and reduce cost
  • Develop and maintain a responsive and cooperative working relationship with internal and external customers.

Requirements and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering required; Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or similar preferred.
  • 5-10 years of experience in electric motor design required
  • Good knowledge of the design of electrical machines required.
  • Good understanding in the field of power electronics and electric drive technology.
  • Exp

About the Company

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Magna International, Inc

We are a leading global automotive supplier with 347 manufacturing facilities and 94 product development, engineering and sales centres in 27 countries. We have over 159,000 employees focused on delivering superior value to our customers through innovative processes and World Class Manufacturing.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Automotive and Parts Mfg
FOUNDED
1957
WEBSITE
http://www.magna.com/