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Paint Automation Technologist

Magna International

Job Location:

Guelph - Canada

Hourly Salary: $ 31 - 47

Posted: 21 August 2026 (11 days ago)

Application Deadline: 18 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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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:

QUALIFICATIONS NECESSARY TO DO THE JOB:

Immediate open position
$31.97 - $47.02 per hour
Graduate of Electrical or Mechanical Engineering Technology (3-year Robot or Automation Program)
Experience with automation equipment required (3 years)
Experience with automated process equipment and calibration
Experience with closed-loop process control
Experience with the use of mechanical and electrical tools
Experience with 3D math data and SolidWorks
Strong Knowledge of ABB Robotics S4P and IRC5 platforms
Strong knowledge of ABB Robot Studio programming
Strong knowledge of various network tools and troubleshooting
Ability to interpret fluid pneumatic and electrical schematics
Knowledge of conveyor tracking an asset
Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs an asset
Knowledge of classifications for hazardous environments an asset
Must be dynamic to work any shift weekdays weekends or holidays

MAIN DUTIES:

Calibrate and maintain ABB Robot Studio simulation environment
High level robotic programming implementation and troubleshooting of paint process
Focus on CI for material and energy savings
Design and manage equipment predictive maintenance programs and processes
Support maintenance during equipment repairs and validation
Maintenance of all paint programming software application files and computer backups
Proactively identify and correct issues with cycle time and robot collisions
Support new equipment installations
Create technotes and training documentation
Create and maintain recovery homing and dynamic test procedures and programs
Coordinate with external suppliers on equipment and product problems or issues
Performs other duties as assigned

Awareness Unity Empowerment:

At Magna we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. Thats 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.

Notice regarding the use of AI:

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.

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Magna Exteriors

Required Experience:

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