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BorgWarner

Global automotive powertrain and electrification provider

Testing Technician

Inspection & TestConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAsheville, NC, USA$52.8k - $74.3kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • An associate’s degree in an engineering-related field is preferred, or related education and experience in an automotive technical field, or certification from an Airframe and Powerplant technical school.
  • Equivalent mechanical powertrain experience in the automotive industry may substitute for a degree when it includes in-depth engine teardown, reassembly, measurement, and dynamometer testing, together with at least 2 years of relevant research and development or technical lab testing experience.
  • Experience in general machining and fabrication, including basic welding.
  • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and willingness to complete on-the-job and formal training as required.
  • Ability to read and interpret mechanical and engineering drawings.
  • Experience using indicators, micrometers, dial calipers, and related equipment.
  • Ability to carry out assigned tasks with minimal supervision and complete them in a timely manner.
  • Basic computer literacy, including use of lab-related software and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Ability and willingness to attend courses related to specific test protocols.
  • Ability to demonstrate good interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to adhere to quality-control, health, safety, and environmental policies, and to use personal protective equipment as required.

Responsibilities

  • Set up and perform gas stand, engine dynamometer, special testing, and other benchwork; complete engineering reports, present data to Engineering, and perform other laboratory duties.
  • Read and understand instructions and obtain the procedures, work instructions, or specifications needed to complete Engineering or customer requests (GEMS tickets).
  • Read engineering prints and measure hardware using appropriate tools and techniques.
  • Measure and assemble hardware before testing.
  • Set up gas and engine stands and change over hardware for the next test sequence using correct adapters and connections according to specifications.
  • Independently operate gas stands, engine dynamometers, and other special testing equipment; observe and interpret data and respond accordingly.
  • Perform system-level, subsystem-level, and component qualification testing on gas stands.
  • Perform gas stand functional and durability testing.
  • Perform engine durability testing, including engine and dynamometer installation, installation checks, and writing and editing test schedules.
  • Perform performance, burst and containment, durability, and mechanical qualification testing on gas stands and engine stands.
  • Complete component-level qualification testing, including blade frequency measurements and fatigue testing.
  • Gather, process, interpret, and distribute customer data, and communicate customer testing results promptly.
  • Complete logbooks, testing notes, and other records as required by Engineering requests, work instructions, procedures, or specifications.
  • Assist Test Engineering with calibration of test stands.
  • Maintain gas stands, engine stands, and test equipment as defined in the Operator Preventive Maintenance log.
  • Maintain a safe and professional appearance, work habits, and work area.
  • Participate in and lead 6S activities.
  • Continue training to upgrade capabilities.
  • Follow safety rules, procedures, practices, and training; use equipment safely; and report or correct unsafe situations, incidents, or occurrences to the Team Lead.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in a professional automotive components testing environment, such as powertrain systems, a laboratory, or research and development.

About the Company

BorgWarner

Global automotive powertrain and electrification provider

BorgWarner makes powertrain technology for vehicles, covering both traditional internal-combustion and electrified propulsion. Its products include automatic transmissions that shift gear ratios and diesel cold-start systems, as well as electrification components gained through acquisitions like Delphi Technologies. The company stands out through its long-time expertise and a broad, globally integrated portfolio that combines legacy know-how with modern electric propulsion capabilities. Its goal is to be a leading global provider of powertrain solutions across traditional and electrified drivetrains, helping the automotive industry deliver more efficient and lower-emission propulsion.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Auburn Hills, MI
Founded
1928

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