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What we offer:

Group Summary:

Mission of the Position:

Works with the inverter/ eMotor Engineering eDrive Systems electrification group assisting with projects on all different levels throughout the co-op program. The student will assist the inverter and eMotor Design Engineers with the design, development, analysis, and testing of electric motors and inverters for electric traction drives (voltages < 1000V, I < 750A) for eDrive applications.

TEAM SUMMARY:

A dynamic team that pushes boundaries, innovates, and is passionate about being part of the transformation from traditional Powertrain to eMobility. The team works together to uphold a professional, team based collaborative project culture and standards. The inverter/ eMotor Engineering team will be a part of development projects for electric drive system for both the BEV vehicles and hybrid ones. The team of engineers are responsible for the detailed design and application of inverter/ eMotor system for the EV propulsion. They develop new or modify existing products for new customer and/or internal product developments, following the defined product concept for eDrive products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to design and development of eDrive architecture by understanding system requirements and subsystem requirements related to the inverter/ eMotor system from both external and internal sources.
• Perform inverter/ eMotor system requirements analysis and support modeling to define the optimum inverter/ eMotor system design.
• Carry out competitor analysis (benchmarking) of different inverter/ eMotor system solutions in the transportation market.
• Expected Learning Outcomes:
  • Learn about Engineering principals and Magna culture and apply classroom knowledge to a practical, real life application.
  • Be an active contributor to the eDS group to advance the progress of Magna’s electrified products.
  • Advance the knowledge of the automotive industry, specifically electrified powertrains, and driveline components.
• Learn about the detailed design and development of inverter/ eMotor system technologies for eDrive applications.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Minimum 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.
• Enrolled in an engineering program with an accredited school.
• Preferably working towards or has a Master of Science in the field of electrical engineering.
• Some level of analytical ability and understanding of engineering theory and principles of design.
• Ability to work in a dynamic fast paced, team environment and perform assigned tasks related to the electrification of automobiles.
• Fundamental understanding of energy conversion principles, as well as the operation of DC-DC and DC-AC converters, including PWM techniques.
• Preferably have a good understanding of electromagnetic principles.
• Basic understanding of MATLAB and Python preferred.

Health & Safety/Magna Standards/Additional Requirements:

• Practice and maintain integrity while following Magna’s Charter and Constitution.
• Follow Magna’s Code of Conduct and Ethics and related compliance policies.
• Supports and adheres to policies, procedures, and operational guidelines related to established quality management system (IATF 16949).
• Drive the development of new technologies to improve quality, efficiency and reduce cost.
• Comply with safety policies and procedures to ensure duties of self are performed in a safe manner.
• Health & Safety responsibilities:
  •  Understand applicable Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures in the workplace.
  •  Report unsafe conditions immediately.
  •  Report injuries, accidents, illnesses, near misses, property damage immediately.
  •  Follow safety rules.
  •  Comply with requirements for the use or operation of machines or equipment.
  •  Comply with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Create a positive work environment by demonstrating and sharing functional/technical knowledge.
• Develop and maintain a responsive and cooperative working relationship with internal and external customers.
• Treat everyone with dignity, trust and respect.
• Complete additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Comply with Magna’s information and data protection policies

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.