Position
Technical Product Lead, Advanced eMotors
Location
Kokomo, Indiana or Auburn Hills, Michigan
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.
If this position energizes you and you feel you can help us achieve our mission and vision, you are invited to submit an application for consideration.
You may see the list of requirements and feel you do not meet all of them. However, remember that BorgWarner thinks differently. If your qualifications align with the majority of those outlined in this job description, we encourage you to apply and share your experience and skills with us.
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.
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.
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
- 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/BSEE or equivalent, MSME/MSEE preferred
- 8+ years engineering experience; 2+ years as project lead
- 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
- Test methods and standards for electric machines and their components
- Inverters and electric machine control concepts
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Committed to fostering collaboration
- Ability to travel 20% both domestically and internationally
- Preferred:
- Familiarity with electric/hybrid vehicle architectures
- Proficiency in CAD and simulation
- 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.
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Skills Required
- BSME/BSEE or equivalent, MSME/MSEE preferred
- 8+ years engineering experience; 2+ years as project lead
- Strong understanding of electric machines and manufacturing processes
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to travel 20% both domestically and internationally
- Familiarity with electric/hybrid vehicle architectures
- Proficiency in CAD and simulation
- Hands-on lab and prototype build experience
- Ability to train and mentor junior engineers
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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.
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