Controls Engineer-Victor 2nd Shift
Magna · Victor, IA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Controls
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 4+ years
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level controls role at Magna (automotive) in Victor, IA. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.
- They ask for
- 4+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- PLC, Robotics, Stamping, Welding, Tooling
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How this role compares
Against 513 other live controls postings in the US.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (4+ vs 5+)
Typical $97k–$143k, from 201 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Automation 73%
- ✓ PLC 65%
- ✓ Robotics 43%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 31%
- Root cause 29%
- Team leadership 20%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Stamping, Welding, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Pick 2–3 people on the Controls team at Magna
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This plant: Magna in Victor
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as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Education and/or Experience
- ✓Two or four year degree in mechanical engineering or related field and/or 4 years job related experience
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AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure
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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
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
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- •Solid knowledge of metal stamping, spot welding and assembly processes
- •Proven knowledge of PLCs and programming with the ability to program/teach robots
- •Electrical knowledge (National Electrical Code) and control wiring
- •Excellent interpersonal skills to develop positive relationships with associates, customers and vendors
- •Intermediate computer skills required
- •Ability to communicate with others, both verbal and written
- •Able to prepare, read, write and interpret reports, instructions, technical procedures, blueprints, diagrams and business correspondence
- •Able to clearly and effectively respond to questions from management and customers
- •Must have good organizational skills
- •Must exhibit high integrity and honesty
- •Ability to effectively and appropriately present information and respond to questions from various groups
- •Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts as appropriate
- •Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Physical Demands
Involves physical activity, which occasionally requires strenuous activity. Involves frequent lifting of up to 40 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting and reaching.
Environmental Conditions: General factory conditions including exposure to hot, humid conditions.
Worker Type
Regular / Permanent
Group
Cosma International