BorgWarner · 17 hours ago
Applications Engineer
Dixon - Illinois - USA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
4+ years expBorgWarner is a leading global supplier of technology solutions for combustion, hybrid and electric vehicles. They are seeking an Applications Engineer to facilitate product engineering functions for product development and change control, interface with customers, and lead design and prototype activities to meet customer specifications.
AutomotiveAutonomous VehiclesManufacturingService Industry
Responsibilities
Facilitate the Product Engineering function at the plant location for product development and change control for the relevant product line
Assume product engineering responsibility for new applications of existing product technologies
Interface with customers for identification of new opportunities and development of product specifications and product features to meet customer requirements
Conduct design changes, including cost reduction and product improvement
Direct testing validation work related to design changes, process changes, and product improvements
Direct design and prototype activities required to support the above
Select product design concepts for new applications based on customer requirements for function, durability, and vehicle packaging
Assign dimensions, special characteristics, and materials based on product need manufacturability
Create product specifications for assembly, manufacturing, and components based upon materials and performance requirements
Lead interface with customer engineering personnel
Recommend and negotiate specifications and tolerances to meet quality and performance standards while ensuring consistency with management targets
Facilitate effective communication between the BorgWarner Dixon, IL manufacturing plant and BorgWarner Technical Centers
Lead product print and specification release process for new part numbers
Ensure product integrity by assessing manufacturing plant’s conformance to all product prints, specifications, processes, and procedures
Assist production with resolving design issues arising during production
Make decisions regarding acceptance for product compliance issues
Lead product change validation and implementation process
Actively support and participate in continuous improvement activities as needed
Assist with supplier technical issues relative to product function and durability
Lead and assist in cost reduction planning and implementations
Direct product technician activities
Participate in Engineering studies, validations, and tests as needed
Provide technical support and education in all areas and specifically with product function and durability
Lead product benchmarking analysis and formulate subsequent recommendations
Develop specific work procedures to minimize risks
Train employees on the procedures and enforce their use
Maintain compliance with 5S program practices and plant code of conduct, following safety rules and procedures
Attend safety and health training sessions
Perform other duties as directed by management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Mechatronic Engineering
48 months of experience in job offered or related position in automotive product design
Experience with mechatronic devices and products
Experience with automotive manufacturing processes and quality systems
Experience analyzing problems and developing effective solutions using Shanin Red-X
Experience providing technical support and expertise to customers
Company
BorgWarner
BorgWarner is an automotive supplier of mobility solutions for the vehicle market.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (2)
2024 (3)
2023 (14)
2022 (75)
2021 (13)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.01BKey Investors
Michigan Economic Development CorporationAdvanced Propulsion Centre UKUS Department of Energy
2024-08-08Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2023-04-19Grant· $1.86M
2023-03-24Grant
Leadership Team
Frédéric Lissalde
Retired, CEO of BorgWarner Inc.
Joseph Fadool
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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