Specialist - Materials (Gearsets and Differentials)

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: 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: Job title: Specialist - Materials (Gearsets and Differentials) Job Introduction: The Engineer – Gearset & Differentials is responsible for the design and development of gearbox components including gears, shafts, differentials, bearings, seals, fasteners, and related components. The role requires close cooperation with suppliers, manufacturing plants, quality teams, and cross-functional engineering groups throughout the product lifecycle. Major Responsibilities: Knowledge of the manufacturing process of common materials in the gearbox (steel, cast iron, aluminum, plastics, etc.) Knowledge of material-technological processes such as forging, heat treatment (e.g., annealing, nitriding, case hardening, …), shot peening etc. Knowledge of the microstructure and microstructural development of steels Knowledge of international material-related standards Knowledge of techniques for material analysis and evaluation of results (including laboratory analysis) Knowledge of manufacturing processes underlying gearbox production, including manufacturing issues/defects, quality requirements, etc. Knowledge of surface coatings (e.g., phosphating, electroplated and non-electroplated coatings, wear protection…), particularly of steel components Knowledge of materials engineering failure analysis, particularly with regard to gearbox applications Knowledge of material and coating specifications on drawings to ensure functionality of gearbox components, as well as the underlying international standards Skills and competencies: Successfully completed studies in Mechanical / Automotive / Metallurgy Engineering (Bachelor, Master) and several years of project experience desirable Experience in the fields of design and development Experience in manufacturing technologies for gears and shafts Experience in collaborating with PLT/8D teams