Lead concept, detailed design, and validation of BIW structures (pillars, rails, floor, modules). Deliver lightweight, manufacturable designs; release CAD/2D drawings; coordinate with CAE, NVH, crash, manufacturing and quality; manage welding/joining feasibility; support prototyping and physical testing; contribute to DFMEA, DVP, BOM, change management, and supplier/tool validation while mentoring junior engineers.
What we offer:Regular / PermanentMagna Steyr
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:As an engineering and manufacturing partner, Magna’s Complete Vehicle group helps traditional OEMs and new entrants to bring their automotive visions to life. At Magna, you will work in an innovative, international and dynamic team, always pursuing the goal of delivering high-quality products. We work in a diverse environment with global development opportunities. Together with our employees we constantly strive to create a better world of mobility.
Job Responsibilities:
Senior Design Engineer - Body Structures (BIW)
Role Purpose:
Leads the design and validation of BIW systems, ensuring structural performance, manufacturability, and regulatory compliance. Collaborates cross-functionally, mentors junior engineers, and drives innovation to deliver robust, production-ready BIW solutions
Reporting to: Assistant Manager/ Manager/Group lead
Responsibilities/ task:
- Lead the concept development, detailed design, and integration of BIW structures including pillars, roof rails, floor assembly, front/rear modules, and reinforcements.
- Develop lightweight, cost-effective, and structurally robust BIW solutions using advanced materials and manufacturing processes.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across project stages.
- Ensure timely release of CAD models and 2D drawings with accurate GD&T and tolerance analysis.
- Coordinate with CAE, NVH, Crash, Manufacturing, Quality, and Serviceability teams for integrated vehicle performance.
- Manage design feasibility with respect to welding, joining techniques (spot weld, MIG, adhesive bonding, laser), and assembly constraints.
- Interact with suppliers and manufacturing for tool validation, part feasibility, and cost optimization.
- Support design validation activities including prototype builds, physical testing, and correlation with simulation.
- Contribute to DFMEA, DVP, BOM generation, change management, and gate reviews.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory crash, pedestrian safety, and emission standard
Key Performance Indicators
- On-time Delivery: Percentage of projects completed on or before the scheduled deadline.
- Milestone Achievement: Number of project milestones achieved on time.
- First-Time Right: Percentage of designs that pass initial validation without requiring significant revisions
- Design Optimization: Percentage improvement in design efficiency, weight reduction, or performance enhancement.
- Issue Resolution: Average time taken to resolve design-related issues reported by customers or manufacturing teams.
- Mentorship: Number of junior engineers mentored and their subsequent performance improvements.
- Documentation Quality: Accuracy and completeness of technical documentation and reports.
Role Requirement (Expectations)
Educational Qualification: BE / DME in Mechanical/production/automobile stream
No. of years of work experience
If BE then 6- 9 years
If DME then 8-11 years
Critical Skill Sets (Technical)
- Advanced CAD Proficiency: Expert in CATIA V5/V6 or Siemens NX for 3D modeling and 2D detailing
- System-Level BIW Knowledge: In-depth understanding of full vehicle BIW architecture (including pillars, cross members, floor, roof, rails, etc.).
- Master Section preparation and management
- Design for Manufacturing (DFM): Competent in tooling feasibility, stamping guidelines, and assembly integration, Joinery definitions
- CAE Interpretation: Skilled in reading and applying CAE/FEA feedback (crash, modal, fatigue) to refine designs.
- GD&T and Tolerance Analysis: Strong skills in geometric dimensioning and tolerance stack-up studies.
- DFMEA / DVP: Experienced in failure mode analysis and test validation planning for BIW parts.
- Change Management: Proficient in engineering change process, release management, and BoM configuration.
- PLM Systems: Hands-on experience with systems like Teamcenter, Enovia
Critical Skill Sets (Behavioral)
- Strong communication and presentation abilities
- Problem Solving
- Project and time management
- Team Coordination
- Creative Thinking
Proficiency in languages
- English
- Hindi
- Regional / Native Language
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.
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Magna International Pune, Mahārāshtra, IND Office
Magna International Pune, Maharashtra, India Office
Pune, Maharashtra, India
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