Magna
Automotive
SeniorE-PlanDesigner
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“Senior E- Plan Designer at Magna. Skills: Eplan P8, AutoCAD, Electrical Design, Automotive. Lead development of electrical schematics. Lead verification of electrical schematics”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure high-quality, compliant designs delivered on time; Ensure deliverables meet deadlines and quality standards; Produce accurate Bill of Materials (BOMs) and panel layout drawings for third-party manufacturing; Ensure world-class quality products are supplied to our customer
Industry & Context.
Excellent mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills; Log issues, and document solutions for future reference
Overtime hours may be required, Day and/or extended travel may also be required, Perform required tasks in a safe manner, Follow all safety rules, standards & procedures at all times in all areas, Ensure that your work area is kept clean, tidy and organized at all times to prevent accidents and produce quality products, Report all unusual circumstances and actively participate in and support Continuous Improvement, Follow all ISO Standard Operating Procedures to ensure world-class quality products are supplied to our customer
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
College Diploma or University Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or related field, Minimum 5+ years of experience with Eplan P8, AutoCAD, and electrical design in the automotive OEM industry, Extensive knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code, National Electrical Code and industry standards, Expert-level proficiency in EPLAN Electric P8 and advanced AutoCAD knowledge, Familiar with Microsoft Office with advanced knowledge of Excel, Ability to develop scripts in C# and customize symbol libraries and macros, Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings, Ability to read and interpret technical data from component data sheets, Excellent attention to detail, Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring deliverables meet deadlines and quality standards, Ability to multi-task, delegate, and work effectively in a team environment, Excellent mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, Good communication skills, Organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Nice to Have
Previous GM and/or Magna design work experience
What You'll Do.
Lead development of electrical schematics
Lead verification of electrical schematics
Lead management of electrical schematics
Develop electrical schematics
Verify electrical schematics
Manage electrical schematics
Coordinate multiple designers
Ensure high-quality designs
Ensure compliant designs
Ensure on-time delivery
Collaborate with Controls Designers
Ensure design compliance
Ensure component compatibility
Answer design questions
Produce Bill of Materials
Produce panel layout drawings
Verify team member work
Liaise with Eplan support
Document Eplan solutions
Manage symbol libraries
Manage database configurations
Develop template library
Evaluate design processes
Improve design processes
Promote industry best practices
Support standardization efforts
Organize work among users
Coordinate work among users
Provide guidance to users
Monitor user progress
Meet deadlines with accuracy
Follow safety standards
Follow safety procedures
Keep work area organized
Produce quality products
Report unusual circumstances
Participate in Continuous Improvement
Support Continuous Improvement
Follow ISO Standard Operating Procedures
Supply world-class quality products
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Coordinate multiple designers; Work effectively in a team environment; Collaborate with Controls Designers and other stakeholders; Organize and coordinate work among multiple Eplan/CAD users; Provide guidance and monitoring progress
Communication Scope
Good communication skills; Organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
Process & Methodology
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, Ensure deliverables meet deadlines and quality standards, Ability to multi-task, delegate
Full 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:** Cosma provides a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers. Through our robust product engineering, outstanding tooling capabilities and diverse process expertise, we continue to bring lightweight and innovative products to market. **Job Responsibilities:** _Job Summary_ The Senior Eplan Designer is responsible for leading the development, verification, and management of electrical schematics and wiring diagrams for large automotive projects. This role requires extensive expertise in Eplan P8, AutoCAD, and electrical standards, along with strong leadership skills to coordinate multiple designers and ensure high-quality, compliant designs delivered on time. _Pay Rate_ \- $43 to $ 58 CAD _Specifications and Training Requirements_ * College Diploma or University Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or related field. * Minimum 5+ years of experience with Eplan P8, AutoCAD, and electrical design in the automotive OEM industry. * Extensive knowledge of Canadian Electrical Code, National Electrical Code and industry standards. * Expert-level proficiency in EPLAN Electric P8 and advanced AutoCAD knowledge. * Familiar with Microsoft Office with advanced knowledge of Excel * Ability to develop scripts in C# and customize symbol libraries and macros * Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical drawings. * Ability to read and interpret technical data
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