About the posting
“Leads process development, production start-up, production support and the implementation of engineering changes and process improvements.”
Read the full posting on Magna's site
Seen live Oct 23, 2026; first seen Oct 18, 2026.
Pay in context
Magna does not list pay for this role. 32 percent of engineering (not software) postings in Kentucky do; their median is $132,500.
How long it has been open
Posted Sep 16, 2026, 38 days ago, and seen on Magna's careers page today.
At 38 days old, it is over the 11-day median.
Magna's postings we have seen close took a median of 3 days.
Magna at a glance
Magna has 1054 open postings that we can see, 56 in engineering (not software); 7 percent list pay.
The application
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Place and cost of living
On site in Kentucky; prices in KY run 10 percent below the US average.
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The engineering (not software) market in Kentucky
31 engineering (not software) postings in Kentucky are open right now, from 9 employers.
Half of them have been open 11 days or less.
From Magna's posting
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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
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
Leads process development, production start-up, production support and the implementation of engineering changes and process improvements. Ensures environmental aspects of production are considered.
1. Know and understand Bowling Green Metalforming Quality and Environmental policies. 2. Contribute to continuous improvement and cost reduction activities. 3. Establish, monitor and control timeline planning. 4. Review, monitor and control tooling and capital budgets. 5. Prepare presentations to engineering and management teams. 6. Travel to customers/vendors to investigate quality concerns; tooling build process and buyoffs. 7. Must be capable of handling projects from inception to completion. 8. Deal with customers concerns. 9. Prepare cycle-time analysis and/or time studies, to facilitate line balancing. 10. Prepare reports, charts and other documentation required for engineering records and projects. 11. Participate as required in all ISO14001 and ISO/TS16949 activities such as PFMEA and APQP incentives. 12. Work in a safe, organized, effective, efficient and proactive manner. 13. Assist in developing material handling logistics. 14. Provide assistance with internal instruction of new equipment or processes. 15. Coordinate and assist in activities for successful attainment of customer quality milestones. 16. Assist in setting up preventative/predictive maintenance requirements. 17. Co-ordinate all required actions to resolve quality issues. 18. Assists in Special Material Runs requirements and Service Part requirements. 19. Support FEC procedure with specific outline responsibilities. 20. Provide product design direction based on part manufacturability. 21. Create and Maintain Standard Work documents as required by Section 3.01 in the Mafact Assessment. 22. Maintain reliable and predictable attendance. 23. Perform other duties as required.
What we are looking for
- High School diploma or GED
- Post-secondary Engineering education or related experience
Preferred qualifications
- Computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
- Minimum of 1 year experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
- Minimum 1 year experience in troubleshooting, repairing and improving systems preferred
- Operate standard office equipment preferred
Site Benefits
- Health Insurance (includes telemedicine, FSA, HSA, and other benefits)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with match
- Employee Profit-Sharing Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Vacation
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Program - Up to $1,000 per hired referral
- Onsite cafeterias and fully stocked breakrooms
- Annual summer cookout
- Annual Christmas Parties
- Onsite Nurses
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
Cosma International