Process Engineer IT/OT Automation & AI

BorgWarner; Arcore; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

BorgWarner in Lombardy, Arcore, seeks a Process & Manufacturing Engineer IT/OT Automation & AI to design, develop and optimize manufacturing processes by integrating automation and data-driven solutions.

The role bridges OT and IT, supporting new product launches, process development and digital transformation. You will work with production, quality, engineering and sales to enhance safety, quality and efficiency using AI-driven applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechatronics, Automation, Industrial, Manufacturing, Computer Engineering or equivalent).
• 3+ years of experience in Manufacturing/Process Engineering, Industrial Automation or IT/OT integration within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation systems, PLCs, SCADA/HMI and industrial communication networks.
• Basic knowledge of data analytics, industrial databases, and AI/Machine Learning applications is considered a plus.
• Strong analytical, project management and teamwork skills.
• Good command of English.
• Experience in the automotive or other global manufacturing environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and optimize manufacturing processes via automation and data-driven solutions.
• Bridge OT and IT to support launches, process development and digital transformation.
• Improve safety, quality, productivity and efficiency through automation and AI.
• Design IT/OT integration connecting equipment, MES, ERP and cloud platforms.
• Analyze production data to improve OEE and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with production, quality, engineering and sales.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation and procedures.
• Monitor equipment performance and seek reliability improvements.
• Coordinate Industry 5.0 projects with internal and external partners.
• Participate in feasibility reviews and continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Teamwork

English proficiency

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PLCs

SCADA/HMI

Industrial networks

MES/ERP integration

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• The Process & Manufacturing Engineer IT/OT Automation & AI is responsible for designing, developing and optimizing manufacturing processes by integrating industrial automation, digital technologies and advanced data-driven solutions.
• Acting as a bridge between Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT), this role supports new product launches, process development, continuous improvement initiatives and digital transformation projects.
• The position focuses on enhancing safety, quality, productivity, equipment performance and manufacturing efficiency through automation, data analytics, AI-driven applications and cross-functional collaboration with production, quality, engineering and sales teams.
• Support new product launches, process development and manufacturing improvements to achieve safety, quality, cost and productivity targets.
• Design and implement IT/OT integration solutions connecting production equipment, automation systems, MES, ERP and cloud platforms.
• Analyze manufacturing processes and production data to improve OEE, reduce waste and optimize operational performance.
• Develop and support automation, robotics, digitalization and AI-based solutions for process optimization, predictive maintenance and quality improvement.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Quality and Sales teams in defining manufacturing strategies, industrialization plans, investment projects.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation, process standards, technical procedures, ensuring compliance with quality and safety requirements.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities to improve reliability, capacity, efficiency and ergonomics.
• Participate in product feasibility reviews and support continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.
• Coordinate digital transformation and Industry 5.0 projects, working with internal stakeholders and external technology partners.
• Contribute to cross-functional and international projects, applying structured problem-solving and engineering methodologies.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Mechatronics, Automation, Industrial, Manufacturing, Computer Engineering or equivalent).
• 3+ years of experience in Manufacturing/Process Engineering, Industrial Automation or IT/OT integration within a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation systems, PLCs, SCADA/HMI and industrial communication networks.
• Familiarity with process improvement methodologies, OEE analysis, PFMEA and problem-solving tools.
• Basic knowledge of data analytics, industrial databases, and AI/Machine Learning applications is considered a plus.
• Strong analytical, project management and teamwork skills.
• Good command of English.
• Experience in the automotive or other global manufacturing environments is preferred.

Company Culture & Values

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions. We are a company of innovators and independent thinkers that brings together talented employees, meaningful work and amazing technology in a unique environment. At BorgWarner we constantly work towards our vision of a clean and energy-efficient world.

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

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 90 locations in 19 countries.