Mfg Engineering Automation and Controls Technician, Grade G ($29.50-$36.61)

BorgWarner•Arden, NC

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineering Technician supports machining lines and other production areas, focusing on improving quality, process flow, and automation. This role bridges engineering resources and the production floor, implementing safety, quality, and process improvements. Work scope includes process development, process analysis, and engineering tasks as needed in an effort to improve the quality of production and process flow, and support new production introductions.

Requirements

3+ years of experience on a manufacturing floor working with technical issues and material flow.
Experience working with complex part balancing systems is required.
Experience with vision systems (Cognex, Keyence), Fanuc robotics, and mechatronic systems is required.
A working knowledge of friction welding, CNC turning, CNC milling, finish grinding, stress relieving, annealing, roll threading, and component balancing is required.
Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints, electrical schematics, and engineering drawings.
Proficiency with computers and common software (Windows, MS Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams).
Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.
Willingness to learn and grow in automation and controls.

Nice To Haves

Completion of high school or equivalent with courses in machine shop, mechanical drafting, or engineering vocational training is a plus.
Associate engineering degree from an accredited technical program is preferred.
Courses or vocational training in electronics, controls, or engineering are a plus.
Experience with basic statistics is preferred.
Mastercam & CNC programming experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a liaison between engineering and production, assisting with the implementation of safety, quality, and process improvements.
Coordinate with manufacturing managers, engineers, vendors, and customers to ensure satisfaction and effective communication.
Support complex department projects, including planning, training, implementation, and documentation of solutions.
Creates and updates work instructions, first piece sheets, and other production support documentation.
Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, part vision, and controls issues on automated lines and complex part balancing equipment.
Support and assist in development of effective automated and manual systems for machining lines.
Support and assist in the development of CNC machining operations including milling, turning, grinding, as well as verification systems including in-process and post-process gauging methods/systems.
Support and assist in development of additional operations including friction welding, laser marking, stress relieving, annealing, roll threading, and component balancing.
Perform test and analyze data to improve department functions and assist with daily manufacturing support.
Assists the maintenance team when required to perform or coordinate the preventative maintenance or machine repairs on departmental equipment.
Assists the Department Manager, Production Facilitator, and Engineering with the implementation of new or modified production lines in the department, as well as providing technical support to complex production processes and machinery.
Assist with installation and upgrades of production equipment, collaborating with equipment suppliers and contractors.
Works with Manufacturing Tool Design to develop concepts for fixtures, cutting tools and new products.
Makes recommendations for improving the machining operation, design changes, tooling changes and manufacturing process for cost efficiency.
Inspects machined parts as necessary using indicators, micrometers, callipers and related devices for optimal accuracy.
Assists in procurement of new tooling and fixtures.
Tests and evaluates new programs and perform any necessary edits.
Works with minimal supervision and manages processes.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, industry regulations, and company policies.
Document system configurations, troubleshooting guides, and training materials.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and learn new automation technologies.
Support pre-production and PPAP assembly builds, procurement, and installation of assembly lines and equipment.
Recommend and implement improvements to manufacturing processes and tooling.
Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as requested or assigned.