Maintenance Automation Lead

BorgWarner; Thriftwood (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

BorgWarner is seeking a Maintenance Automation Technician for our manufacturing facility. The role emphasizes maintaining electrical, hydraulic, and robotic systems to ensure safety, quality, and productivity on the line.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade equipment, participate in preventive maintenance, and collaborate with engineering to improve processes and reduce downtime. Strong reading of schematics and hands-on skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent with emphasis on mechanical/electrical systems.
• Experience reading electrical and mechanical schematics and service manuals.
• 2+ years maintenance experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, mechanics, and basic electrical repair.
• Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and regulations.
• Experience with basic robotics and automated systems.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety policies and procedures while servicing, installing, or maintaining equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot production machinery and robotics.
• Inspect and diagnose signs of malfunction; perform repairs to minimize downtime.
• Read and interpret technical documents, manuals, and schematics to perform tasks.
• Coordinate with engineering and vendors on installations and upgrades.

Skills

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Electrical repair

Robotics/automation experience

Reading schematics

Safety awareness

Education

Associate’s degree in mechanical/electrical/engineering

High School diploma/GED

Tools

PLC troubleshooting

Hydraulic/Pneumatic test equipment

Job description

BorgWarner is seeking a Maintenance Automation Technician for our manufacturing facility. The role emphasizes maintaining electrical, hydraulic, and robotic systems to ensure safety, quality, and productivity on the line.

You will troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade equipment, participate in preventive maintenance, and collaborate with engineering to improve processes and reduce downtime. Strong reading of schematics and hands-on skills are essential.