HR Business Partner

Magna

. Serve as the primary HR partner for assigned U.S.

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeSouthfield • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Human Resources management, including workforce planning, talent management, and employee relations, while effectively partnering with engineering and technical teams to drive organizational success. Proficient in utilizing HR technology platforms like Workday to analyze metrics and support strategic decision-making.

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Human Resources Business PartneringWorkforce PlanningEmployee Relations ManagementPerformance ManagementOrganizational Change Management

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Hard Skills

Workforce PlanningTalent ManagementPerformance ManagementOrganizational DesignChange ManagementEmployee RelationsHR Metrics AnalysisPolicy InterpretationSuccession PlanningCoaching

Soft Skills

ConsultingCoachingInfluencingRelationship-BuildingJudgment

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayHR Technology Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM-CPSHRM-SCPPHRSPHR

Industry Keywords

EngineeringTechnologyAutomotiveFederal Employment LawsState Employment Laws

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary HR partner for assigned U.S. Engineering Centers within Magna Electronics
Partner with Engineering Center leaders to translate business priorities into people and organization strategies
Provide day-to-day HR guidance and coaching on performance, talent, employee relations, policy interpretation, and organizational matters
Support workforce planning, including headcount forecasting, capability and skill-gap assessment, succession planning, organizational design, and workforce transitions
Lead and support talent processes including goal setting, performance management, talent reviews, development planning, succession planning, and retention actions
Coach leaders on accountability, leadership effectiveness, employee development, and people management practices
Partner with Talent Acquisition and hiring leaders on workforce needs, recruiting strategies, and onboarding
Support compensation planning and job evaluation activities
Manage employee relations matters, investigations, corrective action, and performance improvement
Support organizational change and transformation initiatives
Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence and other HR partners to deliver consistent programs
Maintain employee and organizational data in Workday and support employee lifecycle transactions
Monitor HR metrics and workforce trends and provide actionable insights
Support employee engagement, recognition, inclusion, and culture initiatives
Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, Magna standards, and documentation requirements
Participate in cross-functional HR projects and continuous-improvement efforts
Travel to U.S. sites as business needs require, up to 25%

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
5 or more years of progressive Human Resources experience
Preferably experience supporting engineering, technology, automotive or other technical client groups
Demonstrated success as an HR Business Partner in a matrixed, multi-site or complex organization
Working knowledge of U.S. federal and state employment laws and practical experience applying HR policies and processes
Experience with workforce planning, talent management, organizational change, employee relations, and performance management
Ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment
Strong consulting, coaching, influencing and relationship-building skills across all organizational levels
High level of integrity, confidentiality, professionalism, and customer focus
Strong knowledge of HR technology platforms; Workday experience is preferred
Experience using workforce data, HR metrics, and dashboards to identify trends and support business decisions
Proven capability in organizational design, workforce planning, and change management
Professional HR certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR is preferred
Ability to travel to U.S. sites as business needs require, up to 25%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Engaging and dynamic work environment
Support and resources for employee success
Exciting and varied responsibilities
Wide range of development prospects
Equal opportunity employer
AI-assisted recruitment screening with applicant data kept securely within company systems