Product Engineering Technician (Seneca Battery) 1st Shift - Temporary Assignment

BorgWarner; Thriftwood (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

BorgWarner is seeking a Production Engineering Technician to assist Seneca Battery manufacturing. You will troubleshoot process issues, validate equipment, and collaborate with engineers to maintain quality and efficiency.

The role supports new product launches, capacity planning, and machine commissioning while upholding safety standards in a fast-paced environment. Prior battery/high-voltage experience is preferred and associate degree in engineering is desirable.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in engineering or a technical field or 5 years of related automotive experience.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a technical role in manufacturing.
• Experience with battery, energy storage or high-voltage manufacturing preferred.
• Electrical/Mechatronics degree or certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support engineer on designated departmental processes to maintain reliable, stable operations.
• Assist with new product launch manufacturing plans and quality checks.
• Support capacity planning and capital forecasting activities.
• Troubleshoot downtime and quality issues using 8D or Six Sigma methods.
• Participate in safety, tooling, and documentation improvements.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Quality control

Manufacturing processes

Electrical equipment

Problem solving

Safety policies

Education

Associate’s degree in engineering or technical field

2 years of technical experience

Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering certification

Tools

Manufacturing software

Spreadsheet software

Word processing software

Project Management software

Job description

The Production Engineering Technician will play a critical role in supporting the manufacturing operations of Seneca Battery. This includes troubleshooting process problems issues, validating equipment, ensuring process consistency, and collaborating with engineers to maintain optimal performance and quality standards.Internal candidates will be selected based on an interview including but not limited to skill set, attitude, and presenteeism.Internal candidates will be selected based on an interview including but not limited to skill set, attitude, and presenteeism.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Standard Duties:· Support engineer on designated departmental process. Responsible for supporting a department to provide a reliable, stable, and sustainable process as it relates to machinery, gauging, quality, tooling, capacity, and documentation, etc.· Support new product launch team which is responsible for designing manufacturing plans including operator work content, machine capability, quality checks, and information flow.· Supports capacity planning and capital forecasting· Helps determine parts, tools, and gauging needed to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specification.· Supports in the decision making of machine builders through site visits, demonstrated capability, and financial factors for the purpose of purchasing new equipment· Support quoting, developing, and qualifying the machine at the machine builder.· Support with machine installation, runoff, and handoff to production once onsite· Support production with new and existing equipment. This includes equipment modifications for safety, efficiency, capability, and continuous improvement· Support the core team in achieving the departmental KPIs· Daily support of production and maintenance due to machine downtime through troubleshooting and problem-solving different machine systems:· Respond to downtime due to tooling issues through troubleshooting and problem solving. Work with the engineers and tooling vendors to provide the properly designed tooling in the department.· Support any downtime issues that pertain to quality through troubleshooting and problem solving using different problem-solving applications like 8D, 6 Sigma, etc.· Daily support of incoming material suppliers if quality issues happen.· Other tasks as assigned.Physical Requirements:· Stand for long periods of time including during operation of stand-up lifts.· Lifting shoulder high up to 35 lbs repetitively and moderate lifting up to 50lbs· Stepping up and down off lift; walking long distances over extended periods.· Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.· Working in a non-climate-controlled environment.· Repetitive motion activities including but not limited to box cutting, standing, lifting, loading/unloading carts.·Requires pushing or pulling or manual equipment.Moderate lifting up to 50lbs.Team lifts are required for product weighing more than 50lbs.All employees are responsible for knowing, understanding, and complying with BorgWarner safety policies and procedures.Repetitive use of hands and wrist.This position requires a moderate to high degree of standing, walking, stooping, or kneeling, close eye work, reaching, pulling, or pushing.Requires wearing electrical personal protective equipment.Arc flash training requiredHigh voltage rework is required of battery systemsAble to crouch, bend, kneel, lift, carry and reach as needed in large and tight spaces.Good eye/hand coordination and ability to identify color and depth variations and small details visually.May require up to 15% training related travel.Key Competencies1. BorgWarner Core Beliefs2. Safety3. Initiative and high sense of urgency4. Judgement/Decision Making5. Teamwork/Interpersonal Skills6. Attendance7. Internal/external Customer Service Orientation8. Critical thinking/troubleshooting9. Teamwork/interpersonal Skills10. Attention to detail/accuracy of workEducation:· Associate’s degree in engineering or technical degree preferred; or minimum (5) five years related experience and/or training within the automotive industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience.· Has held a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a technical role.· Experience supporting battery, energy storage, power electronics, or high-voltage manufacturing operations preferred.· Electrical Industrial Engineering / Mechatronics degree or certification is a plus.Experience/Computer Skills:· Ability to read, analyze, and interpret periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.· Ability to write reports, correspondences, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups.· Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.· Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables.· Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.· To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software; Manufacturing software; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.· Prior Maintenance Tech or Controls Tech experience is a plus.-Internal Use Only: Indirect HourlyGlobal Terms of Use and Privacy StatementCarefully read the BorgWarner Privacy Policy before using this website. Your ability to access and use this website and apply for a job at BorgWarner are conditioned on your acceptance and compliance with these terms.Please access the linked document by clicking here, select the geographical area where you are applying for employment, and review. 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