Sr. Engineer, Research

Job description

Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection. 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: Magna is more than one of the world’s largest suppliers in the automotive space. We are a mobility technology company built to innovate, with a global, entrepreneurial-minded team. With 65+ years of expertise, our ecosystem of interconnected products combined with our complete vehicle expertise uniquely positions us to advance mobility in an expanded transportation landscape. Job Responsibilities: Position Overview This position is responsible for conducting activities towards research, development, demonstration and analysis of electric propulsion systems especially power electronic technologies for electrified vehicles to support corporate strategy development. Activities include modeling, design, simulation, controls, prototyping and testing. Job Responsibility Review technical literature, state-of-the art technologies and market trends to stay informed about emerging and current technologies and methods in the area of power electronic components and systems for electric and hybrid vehicles. Work with identified suppliers of e-propulsion/ power electronics to analyze, test and integrate technologies into Magna products. Solve engineering challenges in power electronics and e-drives through innovative cutting-edge solutions. Innovate/identify methods, architectures to improve power density, efficiency, cost and reliability of power electronic components such as DC/DC converters, traction inverters and battery chargers. Perform model-based simulation, design, analysis and optimization of complex systems including power electronic components, motors, electric loads, battery and controls using tools such as Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow, SPICE, PSIM, PLECS, Ansys. Analyze structures and magnetic components such as bus bars and high frequency transformers/inductors. Characterize power semiconductor devices. Support software, mechanical, systems, test, quality, and reliability engineers. Develop and implement controls into embedded systems for power electronics and e-drive testing. Support and share knowledge with other Magna Groups (e.g. Powertrain and Magna Electronics). Support the corporate research & development teams with technical projects involving power electronics and controls. Work with external teams to innovate, develop, integrate and validate power electronic technologies and methods. Develop documentation of simulation results, design, methods, related studies and analyses Specify requests and coordinate sub-contracted work (i.e. FEAs, Product Validation and Testing, Prototype parts manufacturing, CAD drawing file conversion) and assure timely completion. Present papers participate in symposia and committees on behalf of the group. Continuing education and/or training is critical as technology evolves. Others - Perform other duties as required. - Reasonably judge, identify, and properly handle all the personal information involved in work, and to learn and master the relevant policies and procedures for Magna's data privacy and personal information. Qualifications Education Master’s degree or above in electrical engineering with exceptional qualifications and experience in research and development (product, material or process). PhD preferred Experience Minimum 5+ years’ experience in automotive power-electronics, or equivalent combination of education/experience. Power electronics experience is a must, experience in electric powertrain, electrified vehicle system areas in addition to power electronics experience preferred. Competencies Job Role Competence In-depth knowledge on simulation tools such as PLECS, Matlab/Simulink/Stateflow, SPICE, Ansys, etc. Experience in simulation, design and development of automotive power electronics. Experience with innovating technologies and solving complex problems through research, development and demonstration activities. Experience of prototyping and testing power electronics circuits. Experience with testing e-drives on dynamometer test bench. Experience with development and implementation of novel controls methods into embedded systems incl code generation (Targetlink, embedded coder). Working knowledge of automotive data protocols (Ethernet, CAN) and tools (CANape, CANalyzer, etc.). Proficient computer knowledge/skill; Microsoft Office & Matlab expert level, working level with Python. Strong technical and analytical competence in related areas. Strong skills to find and screen valuable information from various data sources. Ability to approach related engineering analysis from complete vehicle system engineering view. Ability to lead workpackages and lead projects within academic environments. General Competence Self-motivated to complete assignments and be able to independently manage projects. Excellent professional communication skills (written and verbal) and good presence. Strong strategic thinker with logical reasoning process. Ability to involve in and contribute to technical discussions in the assigned work areas. Ability to summarize essential information in brief executive summary document IT/Language Fluency (written and spoken) in Chinese and English required 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 Corporate