About Us
BorgWarner has been committed to creating solutions that support a cleaner, more energy-efficient world for decades. We have been developing technologies to improve efficiency, emissions, and performance in all types of vehicles.
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Job Description
We are currently looking for a dynamic and results-driven Product Failure Engineer to join our team at our new production plant in Viana, Portugal.
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Main Responsibilities:
* BOM Management:
o Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOM) in SAP for mechanical components and assemblies.
o Evaluate accuracy and completeness of BOMs to support manufacturing and procurement processes.
o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to update BOMs based on design changes and improvements.
* Cost Reduction:
o Identify opportunities for cost reduction in product design and manufacturing processes.
o Implement cost-saving initiatives while maintaining product quality and performance.
o Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to optimize material usage and reduce waste.
* Problem Solving:
o Perform root cause analysis on mechanical failures and implement corrective actions.
o Develop and execute test plans to identify potential failure modes and improve product reliability.
o Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and techniques to analyze mechanical issues.
* Claims and Field Analysis:
o Investigate and analyze mechanical product claims and field issues to determine root causes.
o Develop and implement corrective actions to address identified issues.
o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product reliability based on field data.
* Quality Assurance:
o Establish and maintain quality control processes for mechanical products.
o Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure product quality and consistency.
o Monitor and report on product performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
* Production Support:
o Provide support for current production and new product launches.
o Continuous improvement and lessons learned for procedures.
o Utilize statistical problem-solving tools.
o Define Rework procedures and evaluate Process risk.
* Environmental, Safety, Health, Energy, Quality, Productivity, and Prevention Standards:
* Organization's Rules and Internal Regulations:
* Workplace Safety and Cleanliness Rules:
* Environmental Policy Rules:
* Other Tasks:
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Requirements:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
* Proven experience in product development and failure analysis in the automotive industry.
* Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and components.
* Proficiency in SAP for BOM management.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
* Knowledge in Problem Solving tools such as 6Sigma, Red-X.
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Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience with:
* Automotive industry standards and regulations.
* Quality control processes and methodologies.
* Relevant software tools such as CAD software, FEA tools, and PLM systems.
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EEO Statement:
BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin or disability.