eDrive Engineering Intern

BorgWarner; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

BorgWarner is seeking a Mechanical Development Engineering Intern in Kokomo, Indiana, to gain hands-on experience developing electrified propulsion technologies. You’ll join a cross‑functional team supporting design, validation, and launch of next‑generation motor and generator products, with exposure to the full product lifecycle.

The role emphasizes analytical problem solving, teamwork, and technical communication in a fast-paced automotive environment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
• GPA 3.0 on 4.0 scale or B average at hire
• Undergraduate student majoring in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Desire to work in the automotive industry
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to solve problems efficiently and effectively
• Analytical, technical, and statistical skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Good knowledge base of engineering theories

Responsibilities

• Document learnings to communicate outcomes to the broader team
• Support design, development, validation, and launch of next‑gen motor and generator components
• Work independently to accomplish tasks
• Learn current test methods for technical assessment
• Apply logical problem-solving to reach sound conclusions
• Trade off options for the best method of implementation

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Teamwork

MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint

Education

Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Position Mechanical Development Engineering Intern

Location: Kokomo, Indiana

About Us

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

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.

Job Purpose

BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems is seeking a dynamic, results-driven student to join our team as a Mechanical Development Engineering (MDE) Intern within our Summer Internship Program. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in the development of advanced electrified propulsion technologies that support the future of sustainable mobility. The MDE Intern will work as an integral member of a cross‑functional product development team supporting the design, development, validation, and launch of next‑generation motor and generator products. Responsibilities may include assisting with component and system design activities, creating and reviewing engineering documentation, supporting prototype builds, conducting data analysis, participating in root‑cause investigations, and assisting with product validation and testing activities. This role provides exposure to the complete product development lifecycle, including concept development, design reviews, prototype manufacturing, laboratory testing, data interpretation, and collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams. The intern will have the opportunity to apply engineering principles to real‑world challenges, contribute to active customer programs, and develop technical and professional skills in a fast‑paced automotive environment. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, a passion for engineering and innovation, and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment while contributing to the development of industry‑leading electrified propulsion systems.

Key Responsibilities

• The intern will fully document their learnings to be able to communicate with the broader team the outcomes of the projects
• The technical project assignments will further the development and understanding of the subcomponent for integration into our standards optimizing elements of cost, durability, performance, and design for manufacturing
• Work independently to accomplish tasks
• Learn current test methods for application to the technical assessment
• Implement logical problem‑solving methods to arrive and sound technical conclusions
• Trade off alternative options for the best method of implementation

What We Are Looking For

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college, university, or be a graduate from an accredited college
• GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or B average, upon initial hire date
• Undergraduate student majoring in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Desire to work in the automotive industry
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to solve problems efficiently and effectively
• Analytical, technical, and statistical skills
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Good knowledge base of engineering theories

What We Believe

• Inclusion - We value diversity in people, ideas, and experiences
• Integrity - We believe in transparency, authenticity, and depend on each other to deliver what we promise
• Excellence - We contribute to our developments by seeking knowledge and sharing information
• Responsibility - We care about our local communities and the global environment
• Collaboration - We are one BorgWarner

Visa Sponsorship

BorgWarner does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, sponsorship is not available.

No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors

Please note that BorgWarner and any of its affiliated companies does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to BorgWarner will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before the unsolicited resume or offer is received.

Salary Range

$17.00 - $28.65 / hour

We are 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.

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.

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.

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. If this position energizes you and you feel you can help us achieve our vision and…