Lead Mechanical Applications Engineer, 4WD Systems

BorgWarner; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 89,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

BorgWarner is seeking an Applications Engineer – Mechanical to lead a product development team for 4WD/AWD mechanical hardware. You will guide design, validation, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration from proposal through prototype and production, including DFMEA and root cause investigations.

The role requires a BS in Engineering, 4+ years (8+ preferred) in related engineering disciplines, and strong GD&T, CAD, and O365 skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering required; Mechanical preferred.
• 4+ years engineering experience; 8+ preferred.
• Experience in powertrain, driveline, 4WD/AWD systems is preferred.
• Experience and/or training in DFMEAs and root cause analysis required.
• Ability to use common software like O365 (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) is required.
• Ability to read drawings with knowledge of GD&T is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical hardware design and development activities, including concept creation, system design calculations, and subsystem requirements definition.
• Coordinate product development by directing CAD, validation, purchasing, and other support teams to deliver designs, prototypes, and testing activities.
• Develop, review, and approve engineering documentation, specifications, drawings, prototype plans, and design releases.
• Lead technical reviews, DFMEAs, issue resolution, root cause investigations, and engineering change management activities.
• Drive communication and project execution through cross-functional meetings, issue escalation, and regular reporting of key technical risks and progress.
• Provide engineering support for the product throughout the development process.

Skills

Mechanical design

DFMEA

Root cause analysis

Communication

GD&T

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

CAD

O365

Job description

BorgWarner is seeking an Applications Engineer – Mechanical to lead a product development team for 4WD/AWD mechanical hardware. You will guide design, validation, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration from proposal through prototype and production, including DFMEA and root cause investigations.

The role requires a BS in Engineering, 4+ years (8+ preferred) in related engineering disciplines, and strong GD&T, CAD, and O365 skills.