Program Engineer

Drive Automotive Industries of America, Inc.

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Nashville, Illinois, US Until 9/29/2026 3+ years exp First posted July 2, 2026 Last posted July 31, 2026
Job description

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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:

The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates, exterior trim, modular systems, front-end modules including fascia, active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive, commercial truck and other industrial markets.
Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors, Magna provides everything needed, from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly, to help automakers create sleek, state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.

Job Responsibilities:

  • B.S. - Engineering or Technical Degree
  • In special circumstances, candidates who have not met the required education, but have substantial manufacturing work experience that is applicable to the job may be considered.
  •  3 years experience in a product related engineering position in a manufacturing or product design environment.  One year continuous work experience.
  • Must have good problem solving skills.  Must have strong project management skills.
  • Must have good computer skills.
  • Must work well with others.  Must have good communication skills – both verbal and written.
  • Must have the ability to make group presentations.
  • Must be well presented due to the high degree of customer interface.
  • Must have the ability to read automotive blueprints and engineering specifications.
  • Functions as liaison with customer’s product engineering groups and Nascote contracted product engineering and design sources.
  • Directs tool/fixture builds, prototype and pre-production builds and gives product engineering direction for production launch and sample approval.
  • Monitors and controls program costs associated with prototype and production tooling and prototype parts production.
  • Provides product design input especially related to manufacturing feasibility.
  • Institutes product design cost reduction ideas.
  • Coordinates product engineering changes.
  • Leads or participates in team-oriented problem solving efforts.
  • Performs or directs all customer and Nascote required product engineering management tasks (engineering timelines, open issues reporting, design reviews, DFMEA, etc.).
  • Must be competent in and utilize AIAG "Core Tools"
  • Coordinates Nascote launch of new products with program specific launch teams.
  • Maintains an acceptable attendance record.
  • Provides engineering input for new product quotations.
  • Participates in department initiatives - e.g. business plan development / execution, procedure development, QOS.
  • Participates in department meetings.
  • Completes documentation of activities as required.
  • Maintains a clean and safe work area.
  • Submits cost reduction and innovation ideas.
  •  Performs other tasks as assigned.

Benefits:

  • Pay Range: $85,000 - $95,000
  • Customizable Insurance Plans starting at 30 days.
  • Medical/Dental - Blue Cross Blue Shield. Three different plans.
  • Dental - Delta Dental - Two different plans.
  • Vision - VSP - Two different plans.
  • 401k and matching at 6 months.
  • Paid Parental Leave.
  • FSA/HSA.
  • Company Paid Life Insurance.
  • Free Employee and Family Assistance Programs (EFAP)
  • Paid Time Off.
  • 13 Paid Holidays.
  • On-site fitness center and off-site fitness reimbursement.
  • Magna Family Scholarship.
  • Tuition Reimbursement.
  • Service Award Programs.
  • Disaster Assistance Program.
  • Profit Participation Program after 2 years.

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:

Magna Exteriors
About this role

Summary

Manage product development, process improvements, cost control, and team coordination in automotive manufacturing.

Job title

Program Engineer

Experience level

3+ years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

automotive

Location requirements

Nashville, Illinois, US; remote work not specified

Salary

$85k–$95k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

blueprintsengineering specificationsproblem solvingproject managementAIAG core tools

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

product engineeringmanufacturingblueprintscost reductionproblem solving
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Nashville, IL 62263, USA

Work arrangement unknown City