Instrumentation Staff Engineer at BorgWarner

Arden, North Carolina, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Automotive, EngineeringIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or Applied Science (BSME or BSEE required; Master’s preferred)
12 years of experience or equivalent education and experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience with project management
Minimum of 10 years of experience in automotive product development
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project)
Broad background in engineering technical disciplines including vibration, heat transfer, stress, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and controls
Proficient in Solid Modeling (Pro-E preferred), Structural/Thermal Mechanics FEA, Fluid Dynamics FEA, Harmonic Model, and Vibration Analysis
Experience with instrumentation for measuring flow, pressure, temperature, imbalance, rotor motion, vibration, sound, and other measuring instruments
Technical competence with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T)
Experience in statistical data analysis software (e.g., Minitab) is a plus
Demonstrated team leadership experience
Proficient in Metallurgy, particularly with high temperature damage and fatigue of austenitic and ferromagnetic materials
Strong project management skills in resource, task, and budget planning
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Expertise with turbochargers and/or engines preferred
Willingness to travel internationally 1-2 times per year

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and program management for testing within the technical center, including gas stand thermodynamic and functional testing and control strategies
Manage engine stand testing, including engine controls
Oversee electrification product testing, test development, and stand integration
Conduct high and low cycle fatigue testing and test development
Perform comprehensive communications to all levels of the organization
Manage wear testing and test development
Handle vibration and harshness testing and test development
Perform signal processing, filtering, FFT analysis
Utilize thermal imaging, high speed video, and laser technologies
Manage planned utilization of existing equipment to its fullest potential
Direct, coordinate, and exercise functional authority for the planning, organization, budget, integration, and completion of testing
Ensure internal and external documentation requirements are met
Create and manage program timelines to meet critical milestones
Ensure customer team members are trained on BW project management process when needed
Leverage resources within the organization to meet goals
Enforce HR and EHS guidelines to ensure a safe work environment

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Gas Stand TestingThermodynamic TestingEngine Stand TestingEngine ControlsElectrification TestingFatigue TestingWear TestingVibration TestingSignal ProcessingFFT AnalysisThermal ImagingHigh Speed VideoLaser TechnologiesTest DevelopmentProgram Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What education and experience are required for this Instrumentation Staff Engineer role?

A Bachelor’s degree or Applied Science in BSME or BSEE is required, with a Master’s preferred, along with 12 years of experience or equivalent, at least 5 years in project management, and 10 years in automotive product development.

What key technical skills are needed for this position?

Proficiency in Solid Modeling (Pro-E preferred), Structural/Thermal Mechanics FEA, Fluid Dynamics FEA, Harmonic Model and Vibration Analysis, instrumentation for measuring flow, pressure, temperature, vibration, and sound, plus experience in statistical data analysis and GDT is required.

Is travel required in this role?

Yes, the role requires willingness to travel internationally 1-2 times per year.

What does the team environment look like for this position?

The role involves working as a team player within the Technical Center, providing leadership and program management for testing, developing close relationships with various teams, and serving as the first point of contact for internal and external customers.

What makes a strong candidate for this Instrumentation Staff Engineer position?

Strong candidates will have the required education and extensive experience in automotive product development and project management, plus broad technical expertise in engineering disciplines like vibration, thermodynamics, FEA, and instrumentation, along with proficiency in tools like Microsoft Office and Solid Modeling.