Manufacturing Digital Automation Coordinator (A.I. Specialist)

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Wage Range: 90-100K/Annually

Artificial Intelligence Expertise Required

AI Specialist - Supporting all departments across the division, the Manufacturing Digital Automation Coordinator plays a key role in driving our Industry 4.0 and Artificial Intelligence (AI) initiatives specifically focused on optimizing our manufacturing processes. The Manufacturing Digital Automation Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing automation workflows that streamline and standardize programming processes across the division. This role serves as the lead/dedicated point of ownership for the creation, enhancement, and maintenance of automation “wizards,” feature recognition workflows, smart macros, and smart tooling libraries. Working closely with all departments, particularly Design, this position ensures that automated solutions are robust, repeatable, and aligned with manufacturing standards—ultimately driving efficiency, reducing programming time, increasing capacity, and supporting scalability.

Automation Development

• Develop, test, and maintain automation wizards that support standardized machining processes across various departments
• Build and refine HyperMill feature‑recognition workflows, smart macros, and smart tool libraries.
• Integrate automation logic based on standardized feature colors, geometries, and machining strategies.

Design Library Alignment

• Collaborate closely with the Design department to automate assembly models, feature libraries, and color‑coding standards
• Ensure design libraries are structured to support downstream automation and feature recognition within CAM software
• Provide guidance to Design on best practices for model preparation that maximize automation capability

Cross‑Department Collaboration

• Act as the primary liaison between Design, Machining, IT, and external automation partners/suppliers
• Coordinate requirements gathering, testing cycles, and implementation timelines for automation projects
• Communicate progress, challenges, and outcomes to stakeholders
• Visit supplier, customer and inter-company locations as needed for training and investigational purposes

Process Standardization & Optimization

• Analyze machining workflows to identify repetitive and high‑value automation opportunities
• Define and maintain machining standards, color schemes, feature rules, and toolpath templates
• Continuously improve automation logic based on shop‑floor feedback and real‑world performance data

Training & Support

• Prepare work instructions/documentation as required for all processes
• Provide training to various divisional personnel (i.e. programmers, designers, and machinists) on new automation tools, software, etc.
• Support troubleshooting and refinement of automated processes as they are deployed
• Share information, research, ideas across the team
• Participate in monthly employee meetings, as needed

Education:

• Post-Secondary diploma/certificate in Design, Digital Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering, or similar

Experience:

• Experience in CNC machining processes
• Experience with CAM programming concepts
• Experience in automation scripting within CAM software (e.g., HyperMill Automation Center, macros, templates), preferred
• Experience with process mapping, standardization, or workflow automation, preferred
• Experience as a Designer, in Digital Manufacturing, or in Mechanical Engineering preferably in the Automotive Industry, an asset

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, TEAMS)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining processes
• Strong knowledge of CAM programming concepts
• Solid experience with HyperMill or similar feature‑recognition programming systems
• Strong understanding of CAD model preparation and feature structuring (e.g., colors, naming conventions, assembly structure)
• Basic knowledge of mould making processes
• Strong analytical thinking and a continuous improvement mindset
• Strong knowledge of Python API engine
• Strong Knowledge of Open Source programs, NumPy, TensorFlow, PyTorch

Vacancy is for Existing Position

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.

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.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process, feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.