Technical Product Lead, Advanced eMotors & CAE

BorgWarner; Kokomo (IN); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

401k

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

IVF Assistance

Holidays & Vacation

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Center

Hybrid Work Environment

Job summary

BorgWarner is seeking a Technical Product Lead for Advanced eMotors & CAE in Kokomo, Indiana. This role focuses on leading next‑generation eMotor projects from ideation through proof‑of‑concept testing with the Technology & Innovation team.

The TPL provides mechanical CAE support (FEA, CFD) and serves as the main technical interface to internal and external resources, including customers, while coordinating cross‑functional stakeholders and managing project plans and roadmaps.

Job description

Position

Technical Product Lead, Advanced eMotors & CAE

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. You may see the list of requirements and feel you do not meet all of them. However, remember that BorgWarner thinks differently.

Job Purpose

BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems is currently looking for a “dynamic, results driven” individual to join as a Technical Product Lead (TPL) for Advanced eMotors & CAE as part of our Technology & Innovation team. The TPL is responsible for leading next‑generation eMotor development projects from ideation through proof‑of‑concept testing, without any direct organizational reporting relationship. They are the main technical interface with internal/outside resources and customers. In addition, this position also provides mechanical Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) support of advanced development.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate cross-functional team and external partners to deliver innovative solutions
• Support innovation project selection, including budget and resource estimation
• Interface for project planning (resource RASIC, timing, budget) with other groups, inside or outside BorgWarner
• Plan, coordinate, and track eMotor innovation projects, per engineering process
• Provide monthly progress reports and forecast updates
• Identify high risk project areas, and recommendations for risk mitigation
• Provide timely assembly of troubleshooting groups, to overcome project obstacles
• Coordinate with BorgWarner Purchasing and Legal to generate purchase orders, NDAs, and IP‑related requests as needed
• Provide mechanical Computer Aided Engineering (CAE – structural & thermal FEA, CFD) analysis for advanced development as needed
• Monitor traction motor products/technology and report on state-of-the-art
• Develop and maintain eMotor product and technology roadmaps
• Define project plans which support eMotor technology roadmaps
• Communicate effectively on technical and strategy topics to stakeholders

What We Are Looking For

• BSME or equivalent, MSME preferred 8+ years engineering experience; 2+ years as project lead; 3+ years in CAE function
• Strong understanding of: Electric machines and their manufacturing processes Cost-performance-manufacturing design trade-offs within eMotor Propulsion system mechanics, controls, cost and performance demands
• Mechanical analysis in structural, thermal, and CFD
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Committed to fostering collaboration
• Ability to travel 20% both domestically and internationally
• Preferred: Familiarity with electric/hybrid vehicle architectures, test methods and control concepts for electric machines
• Proficiency in CAD and ANSYS tools
• Hands‑on lab and prototype build experience
• Ability to train and mentor junior engineers

What We Offer

• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Adoption & IVF Assistance
• Company Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Vacation
• Tuition Assistance
• Onsite Wellness Center with Nurse Practitioner
• Hybrid Work Environment

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, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.

Salary Range

$115,200 - $162,000