Mfg Engineering Automation and Controls Technician, Grade G ($29.50-$36.61)

Manufacturing Engineering Technician (G)

Location: Arden, NC

About BorgWarner

BorgWarner is a global leader in innovative and sustainable mobility solutions. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment, honor integrity, strive for excellence, and commit to responsibility for our communities and the environment. Our Arden campus features world-class technical centers and a cutting-edge manufacturing facility.

Our Culture

BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration. We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority.

Career Opportunities

We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies, and vision for the future. We offer positions locally and globally with over 80 locations in 19 countries.

If this position energizes you and you feel you can help us achieve our mission and vision, you are invited to submit an application for consideration.

You may see the list of requirements and feel you do not meet all of them.

However, remember that BorgWarner thinks differently. If your qualifications align with the majority of those outlined in this job description, we encourage you to apply and share your experience and skills with us.

For a listing of Asheville/Arden openings: BorgWarner Openings

Pay & Benefits

All positions start at an above market pay rate for that position. Benefits are also above market and include the below for all fulltime employees:

• Day 1 Medical Coverage with potential of no monthly premium
• Onsite Health Clinic for employees and dependents (age 14 and over) at no cost
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program after 18 months
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with a matching program
• Company paid holidays and vacation starting Day 1

Job Purpose

The Manufacturing Engineering Technician supports machining lines and other production areas, focusing on improving quality, process flow, and automation. This role bridges engineering resources and the production floor, implementing safety, quality, and process improvements. Work scope includes process development, process analysis, and engineering tasks as needed in an effort to improve the quality of production and process flow, and support new production introductions. More comprehensive list of responsibilities follows.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison between engineering and production, assisting with the implementation of safety, quality, and process improvements.
• Coordinate with manufacturing managers, engineers, vendors, and customers to ensure satisfaction and effective communication.
• Support complex department projects, including planning, training, implementation, and documentation of solutions.
• Creates and updates work instructions, first piece sheets, and other production support documentation.
• Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, part vision, and controls issues on automated lines and complex part balancing equipment.
• Support and assist in development of effective automated and manual systems for machining lines.
• Support and assist in the development of CNC machining operations including milling, turning, grinding, as well as verification systems including in-process and post-process gauging methods/systems.
• Support and assist in development of additional operations including friction welding, laser marking, stress relieving, annealing, roll threading, and component balancing.
• Perform test and analyze data to improve department functions and assist with daily manufacturing support.
• Assists the maintenance team when required to perform or coordinate the preventative maintenance or machine repairs on departmental equipment.
• Assists the Department Manager, Production Facilitator, and Engineering with the implementation of new or modified production lines in the department, as well as providing technical support to complex production processes and machinery.
• Assist with installation and upgrades of production equipment, collaborating with equipment suppliers and contractors.
• Works with Manufacturing Tool Design to develop concepts for fixtures, cutting tools and new products.
• Makes recommendations for improving the machining operation, design changes, tooling changes and manufacturing process for cost efficiency.
• Inspects machined parts as necessary using indicators, micrometers, callipers and related devices for optimal accuracy.
• Assists in procurement of new tooling and fixtures.
• Tests and evaluates new programs and perform any necessary edits.
• Works with minimal supervision and manages processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, industry regulations, and company policies.
• Document system configurations, troubleshooting guides, and training materials.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and learn new automation technologies.
• Support pre-production and PPAP assembly builds, procurement, and installation of assembly lines and equipment.
• Recommend and implement improvements to manufacturing processes and tooling.
• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school or equivalent with courses in machine shop, mechanical drafting, or engineering vocational training is a plus.
• Associate engineering degree from an accredited technical program is preferred.
• Courses or vocational training in electronics, controls, or engineering are a plus.
• 3+ years of experience on a manufacturing floor working with technical issues and material flow.
• Experience working with complex part balancing systems is required.
• Experience with basic statistics is preferred.
• Mastercam & CNC programming experience is preferred.
• Experience with vision systems (Cognex, Keyence), Fanuc robotics, and mechatronic systems is required.
• A working knowledge of friction welding, CNC turning, CNC milling, finish grinding, stress relieving, annealing, roll threading, and component balancing is required.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, electrical schematics, and engineering drawings.
• Proficiency with computers and common software (Windows, MS Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams).
• Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and grow in automation and controls.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Standing, walking, talking, hearing, and using hands/fingers to handle or feel may be required.
• May need to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• May be exposed to moderate heat, light dust, fumes, and occasional adverse weather conditions.
• Adequate hearing protection required for noise levels above 85 decibels.

Core Values

• Inclusion: Respecting individuals
• Integrity: Honoring truth
• Excellence: Focusing on results
• Responsibility: Commitment to duties
• Collaboration: Building trust

Safety & Equal Opportunity

This position will adhere to the BorgWarner Environmental Health and Safety Program by following all safety rules, procedures, practices, training, and safe use of equipment; this includes use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. This individual will work in a way that stresses the importance of preventing injury, accidents, or illnesses to themselves or co-workers by correcting or reporting unsafe situations, incidents, or occurrences to their Team Lead immediately.

Internal Use Only: Indirect Hourly

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