Mid Level Program Engineer Jobs
Mid level program engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own projects end to end, drive technical decisions with limited oversight, and mentor junior teammates. Openings are split across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings in Energy, Automotive, and Manufacturing, with Google, Swagelok, and Ursus hiring at this level now.
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Looking for a hands-on engineering role where every project presents a new challenge? At DexSys, our Program Engineers are at the center of new product launches, collaborating with customers, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful program execution from prototype through production.
Important Note
Our facility is proudly nicotine-free, both professionally and personally. Nicotine and 10-panel drug screenings are part of the pre-employment process.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll work directly with the APQP team to:
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Support the program manager as required to ensure a successful launch of assigned programs through the APQP process:
- Lead the prototype and pre-production build requirements for assigned programs and maintain a 100% on time delivery rating.
- Interface and manage shipments via the customer pre-production build ordering and shipping portal.
- Assist in design and feasibility analysis by providing mock-ups and prototype part development.
- Participate in the training of production team members during start-up phases as required.
- Participate in launch team meetings as required.
- Create all exploded views and BOM analysis for assigned programs.
- Lead the analysis and corrective action process relative to part quality and part gaging and CMM issues, secondary fixtures, paint supports and tooling as directed by the program manager.
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Execute and implement engineering change process and ECNs – both internally and externally generated:
- Lead the analysis and corrective action process for fit/dimensional problems, supplier issues, and other build concerns as directed by the program manager and Advanced Quality manager.
- Conduct dimensional analysis and corrective action as required to support PPAP / ISIR, PTR, capability, and troubleshooting activity.
- Participate in ECN change BOM audits and Program Info Sheet updates.
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Complete special projects, improvement ideas and assignments as directed by the APQP engineering manager and Program Manager:
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Perform and support all New Equipment Run Offs and mold and paint trials.
- Maintain Prototype Part Inventory
- Document internal tool validation cost analysis and reporting
- Actively participate and contribute to VA/VE & other cost savings initiatives.
- Provide cost and timing associated with assigned ECNs, supplier parts, gages and tooling as required to support program objectives as directed by the program manager
- Maintain an up-to-date open issues tracking report using the format currently in place. Identify all action items requiring completion to successfully meet deadlines and follow-up required to meet program timelines and milestones. Implement adequate scheduling to allow for the support of various programs that will meet or exceed customer expectations for sample submission, prototype parts and pre-production parts delivered 100% on time
What We’re Looking For
We’re searching for someone who is:
- Ready to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Dependable, motivated, and eager to learn
Automotive manufacturing experience is a bonus!
Software Requirements:
- MS Office
- UG solids CAD knowledge Spinfire
Related Work Experience
- Minimum three years of experience in design or engineering of automotive exterior decorative trim, or equivalent.
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is required.
Why Work at Magna?
At Magna you’re not just taking a job, you’re building a career with a global automotive leader.
Benefits & Perks
- 401(k) + Company Match
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discounts
- Referral Program
- Professional Development Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
Schedule
Monday - Friday / 1st shift
Location
In-person
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:
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Job descriptions may display in multiple languages based on your language selection.
What we offer:
Group Summary:
Job Responsibilities:
Looking for a hands-on engineering role where every project presents a new challenge? At DexSys, our Program Engineers are at the center of new product launches, collaborating with customers, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful program execution from prototype through production.
Important Note
Our facility is proudly nicotine-free, both professionally and personally. Nicotine and 10-panel drug screenings are part of the pre-employment process.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll work directly with the APQP team to:
-
Support the program manager as required to ensure a successful launch of assigned programs through the APQP process:
- Lead the prototype and pre-production build requirements for assigned programs and maintain a 100% on time delivery rating.
- Interface and manage shipments via the customer pre-production build ordering and shipping portal.
- Assist in design and feasibility analysis by providing mock-ups and prototype part development.
- Participate in the training of production team members during start-up phases as required.
- Participate in launch team meetings as required.
- Create all exploded views and BOM analysis for assigned programs.
- Lead the analysis and corrective action process relative to part quality and part gaging and CMM issues, secondary fixtures, paint supports and tooling as directed by the program manager.
-
Execute and implement engineering change process and ECNs – both internally and externally generated:
- Lead the analysis and corrective action process for fit/dimensional problems, supplier issues, and other build concerns as directed by the program manager and Advanced Quality manager.
- Conduct dimensional analysis and corrective action as required to support PPAP / ISIR, PTR, capability, and troubleshooting activity.
- Participate in ECN change BOM audits and Program Info Sheet updates.
-
Complete special projects, improvement ideas and assignments as directed by the APQP engineering manager and Program Manager:
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Perform and support all New Equipment Run Offs and mold and paint trials.
- Maintain Prototype Part Inventory
- Document internal tool validation cost analysis and reporting
- Actively participate and contribute to VA/VE & other cost savings initiatives.
- Provide cost and timing associated with assigned ECNs, supplier parts, gages and tooling as required to support program objectives as directed by the program manager
- Maintain an up-to-date open issues tracking report using the format currently in place. Identify all action items requiring completion to successfully meet deadlines and follow-up required to meet program timelines and milestones. Implement adequate scheduling to allow for the support of various programs that will meet or exceed customer expectations for sample submission, prototype parts and pre-production parts delivered 100% on time
What We’re Looking For
We’re searching for someone who is:
- Ready to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Dependable, motivated, and eager to learn
Automotive manufacturing experience is a bonus!
Software Requirements:
- MS Office
- UG solids CAD knowledge Spinfire
Related Work Experience
- Minimum three years of experience in design or engineering of automotive exterior decorative trim, or equivalent.
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is required.
Why Work at Magna?
At Magna you’re not just taking a job, you’re building a career with a global automotive leader.
Benefits & Perks
- 401(k) + Company Match
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discounts
- Referral Program
- Professional Development Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
Schedule
Monday - Friday / 1st shift
Location
In-person
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.
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Mid Level Program Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level program engineer job?
Position yourself as someone who has owned outcomes, not just completed tasks. Highlight projects where you led the work from scoping through delivery, decisions you made independently, and any cross-functional collaboration you drove. Tailor your resume to show increasing scope over time, and be ready to discuss tradeoffs and technical judgment calls in interviews, since mid level roles are evaluated on ownership and reasoning, not just execution.
Which companies hire mid level program engineers?
Companies hiring mid level program engineers right now include Google, Swagelok, and Ursus, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including large enterprises building out program functions, mid-size companies scaling operations, and government contractors staffing complex, multi-year programs.
Are there remote mid level program engineer jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by industry and employer. About 40% of mid level program engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for experienced engineers who can coordinate across teams without being on-site daily. Defense, government, and hardware-adjacent roles tend to require more in-person presence than software or IT-focused program engineering work.
How do I move up to a mid level program engineer role?
Moving into a mid level program engineer role comes from building a pattern of increasing ownership over your first few years. That means progressing from executing assigned tasks to managing your own workload, then contributing to project planning and decisions. Engineers who get there fastest typically develop a specialty area, take on cross-functional coordination, and can point to measurable outcomes they drove, not just supported.
Which industries hire the most mid level program engineers?
Mid Level program engineer roles concentrate in Energy, Automotive, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to run large, complex programs with long timelines and multiple stakeholders, which creates sustained demand for engineers at the mid level who can manage execution without close supervision.