Warehouse Engineer

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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:
The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.
Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.
Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize warehouse layouts focusing on the strategic placement and integration of material
• handling equipment such as PIVs, AMRs, Turrets, and AS/RS systems.
• Design storage solutions and material flow paths that maximize space utilization and minimize handling time.
• Maintain and update PFEP data for all parts, including part numbers, packaging, storage locations, reorder points,
• and supplier details.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure PFEP accuracy, supporting efficient part delivery, inventory management, and equipment layout planning.
• Analyze current warehouse processes and identify opportunities for efficiency improvements through equipment upgrades or reconfiguration.
• Support the selection, installation, and commissioning of material handling systems, ensuring compatibility with warehouse layout and operational needs.
• Work with automation vendors and internal teams to integrate material handling equipment with existing systems, including WMS and PFEP data.
• Implement lean principles, including 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping, to reduce waste and improve material flow efficiency.
• Use data analysis to identify bottlenecks and develop solutions involving equipment layout adjustments and PFEP improvements.
• Ensure all material handling equipment layouts and PFEP practices comply with safety standards (OSHA, ISO).
• Conduct safety audits and implement corrective actions related to equipment placement and operation.
• Maintain accurate PFEP data to support continuous improvement and justify equipment investments.

Who we are looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in warehouse design, material handling, or logistics engineering, preferably in the automotive industry.
• Strong expertise in designing material handling equipment layouts and managing PFEP data.
• Proficiency with layout software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and warehouse automation tools.

Your preferred qualifications:

• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or Supply Chain Engineering.
• Experience with warehouse automation, robotics, and advanced material handling systems.
• Knowledge of PFEP, lean tools, and safety standards (OSHA, ISO).

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 Exteriors