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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
The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing the successful execution of specific automation/tooling projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet the highest quality standards.
The role will play a critical role in coordinating cross-functional teams, managing customer relationships, and driving continuous improvement in our project management processes.
The scope of the role will be automotive automation/tooling programs, where it will be necessary to use strong technical and people skills to manage customer programmes from design / concept stage through installation and commissioning of automated assembly equipment and /or tooling.
The role involves but is not limited to:-
* Develop, maintain, and communicate project timing plans, using Microsoft Project.
* Manage and track open issue lists and ensure timely resolution.
* Oversee all phases of automation cell projects including mechanical and electrical assembly, design reviews, software integration (PLC & Robotics), and commissioning.
* Act as the key point of contact for the customer.
* Lead cross-functional project teams and maintain a high level of accountability.
* Attend on-site installations and commissioning activities as needed.
* Identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
* Provide regular project updates and reports to stakeholders.
* Promote safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
* Adhere to the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, Including, but not limited to: Taking reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and others; co-operating with Managers or any other person, to perform or comply with any requirement or duty imposed under a relevant statutory provision; To not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interests of health, safety and welfare.
* Any other duties as reasonably requested.
Essential Experience
* Proven background in mechanical and electrical assembly environments
* Competent in Microsoft Office and project management tools (specifically Microsoft Project)
* Time-served apprenticeship in engineering or related discipline
* 5 years experience within the Body in White industry
* Knowledge and understanding of 2D & 3D CAD, GD&T, and design principles
* Experience with robotics and PLC systems
Desirable Experience
* Formal qualifications in project management (Prince2, Agile)
* Experience with major automation suppliers (FANUC, ABB, KUKA, Siemens etc.).
* Understanding of control of contractors.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Experience in international project delivery and logistics (Import/Export).
* Knowledge of CE marking, health and safety, and industrial standards.
* Ability to read technical drawings and electrical schematics.
* Working knowledge of 2D and 3D design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Inventor).
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.
Worker Type
Regular / Permanent
Group
Cosma International