The Sr. HRBP demonstrates mid- to advanced-career-level knowledge of HR principles, practices, and procedures and applies that knowledge to effectively support business objectives. The position partners closely with leaders, employees, Safety, Operations, and other cross-functional teams to address workforce needs, resolve employee concerns, improve retention, strengthen engagement, and promote a positive and productive work environment.
Position Summary
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have the ability to be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
About us
BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. 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.
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.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Standard Duties
- Demonstrates advanced-level knowledge of principles, practices and procedures in areas such as recruitment, employee and/or labor relations, workers compensation, payroll, compensation and benefits, and managing business partnerships with cross-functional groups.
- Partner with Safety on incident investigation from initial claim to a resolution.
- Strong focus on staffing and recruitment for area responsibility.
- Strong focus on applying and operating within the BorgWarner Beliefs.
- Facilitates a collaborative environment and implements appropriate change management initiatives.
- Provides excellent customer service to support the business through the consistent application of HR policies, recruitment strategies, performance management, data analysis, team progress and taking initiative on challenging assignments.
- Being an enthusiastic team player with a strong drive to create a positive work environment.
- Frequently walks/visits manufacturing floor to touch base with employees for questions, concerns or any other customer service needs.
- Manage high volume workload and not be afraid to "roll up your sleeves".
- Understand business goals and recommend new approaches, policies and procedures for continual improvement in business objectives, productivity and development.
- Provide a true, hands-on approach and successfully monitor the "pulse" of the employees to ensure a high level of employee engagement.
- Flexibility to support a 24/7 work environment that has multiple shifts and a complex work situation.
- Ability to partner with groups to reduce turnover, build employee relations and drive employee engagement.
Additional Information:
- Travel is occasionally required, up to 5% of the time.
Safety and Physical Requirements
- All employees are responsible for knowing, understanding and complying with the safety policies and procedures.
- Wear PPE when appropriate in designated campus areas.
Key Competencies
Progressive HR experience demonstrating mid- to advanced-career-level knowledge of HR principles, practices, and procedures.
Demonstrated experience in employee relations, recruitment/staffing, performance management, and HR business partnering.
Progressive HR experience demonstrating mid- to advanced-career-level knowledge of HR principles, practices, and procedures.
Working knowledge of workers’ compensation, payroll, compensation, benefits, and applicable employment practices.
Experience supporting a manufacturing, distribution, or other fast-paced operational environment preferred.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and a high-volume workload while maintaining accuracy and responsiveness.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in sensitive employee matters.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree required
- 8+ years of HR Business Partner experience, employee relations, change management, and recruiting
- Intermediate level HRIS, Workday preferred.
- SHRM-CP, PHR certification is encouraged
- Master’s degree is encouraged.
Equal Employment Opportunity
BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree
- 8+ years of HR Business Partner experience, employee relations, change management, and recruiting
- Experience in employee relations, recruitment or staffing, performance management, and HR business partnering
- Working knowledge of workers’ compensation, payroll, compensation, benefits, and applicable employment practices
- Progressive HR experience with mid- to advanced-career-level knowledge of HR principles, practices, and procedures
- Intermediate-level HRIS experience; Workday preferred
- Experience supporting a manufacturing, distribution, or fast-paced operational environment
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification
- Master’s degree
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and high-volume workloads accurately and responsively
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in sensitive employee matters
BorgWarner Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about BorgWarner and has not been reviewed or approved by BorgWarner.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered fair for many roles, with “fair pay for job” and “pay is good” recurring alongside “competitive pay structure” in professional and engineering positions. Satisfaction appears stronger in technical/professional roles and certain locations.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, advocacy resources, and a dedicated U.S. benefits hub. Employer‑paid short‑term disability and life insurance broaden the protection.
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Flexible Benefits — The offering spans HSAs/FSAs, retirement savings, disability, and formal vacation/holiday programs, with site‑specific reference guides and plan documents. Wellness‑linked options (including previously communicated no‑premium choices) add flexibility where available.
BorgWarner Insights
What We Do
As a global product leader for over 130 years, we deliver innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. Guided by our commitment to inclusion, integrity, excellence, responsibility and collaboration—and our pledge to reach carbon neutrality by 2035—we’re leading the automotive industry to a future that is cleaner, healthier and safer for all. Start your future with BorgWarner now! We are looking for dedicated, talented people to fill our manufacturing and technical facilities all over the world.









