Electric Drive - Mechanical Engineering Manager

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Job purpose 

BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems is currently looking for a “dynamic, results driven” individual to join as a Manager Mechanical Engineering for Mechanical Development of eDrive Systems including eMotor and gearbox. The Manager Mechanical Engineering is responsible for leading a team of engineers across Europe to design, simulate, develop, and validate advanced mechanical components and systems for electric drive units. In this role you develop a high-performance team culture, implement timely delivery and adherence to quality standards. You will focus on developing the organization's capabilities and supporting strong business growth. 

Key responsibilities 

Leadership: 

• Lead, guide and develop teams of mechanical development engineers in the development of eDrive systems, encompassing eMotors, gearboxes, and their mechanical integration together with Inverter in Europe. 

• Develop and grow the regional Europe team competency to a high performing organization. 

• Represent BW on fairs and customer meetings for mechanical drivetrain systems. 

• Present BW at conferences and support Sales and Solution Center in business acquisition. 

• Plan and control budget. 

Technical Oversight: 

• Implement BorgWarner PDP (Product Development Process) and Engineering Development Framework (EDF). Work with your team on continuous improvement of our processes, methods and tools and keeping a lean and efficient structure. 

• Implement structured problem resolution and adherence to best practices. 

• Drive teams to develop and document mechanical system and components in compliance with our process and methods. 

• Ensure that design meets performance, durability, and manufacturability requirements. 

• Develop and implement mechanical lab infrastructure. Implement and maintain a safe working environment. 

Collaboration and Communication: 

• Develop an open and collaborative team culture and ensure global strong cooperation with our mechanical engineering teams at other technical centres globally and other disciplines. 

• Work closely with all other engineering and non-engineering functions e.g., Global Supply Management, Quality, Launch Management, Project Management, etc. to ensure teams are well connected and driving towards safe and flawless launch of our products. 

• Prepare and present high-level product status and plans for organizational development to senior management and other stakeholders. 

Innovation and Problem Solving: 

• Drive innovation in mechanical design to enhance the performance and efficiency of eDrive systems. 

• Identify and resolve technical issues that arise during the development process. 

• Continuously seek opportunities for improvement in design processes and methodologies. 

• Ensure teams are using lessons learned from all product launches globally. 

Quality and Compliance: 

• Ensure that designs comply with industry standards, regulations, and customer requirements. 

• Maintain rigorous documentation per BorgWarner PDP and EDF. 

• Support Quality and Manufacturing teams to develop quality control processes 

What we’re looking for 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred. 

• Experience: 

• At least 10 years of experience in mechanical design and development within the automotive or related industry. 

• Proven experience in leading technical organizations for at least 3 years. 

• Proven experience in working within global organizations. 

• Experienced in budget and resource planning / control. 

Management skills: 

• Excellent management skills 

• Strong ability to assess and mitigate product and organizational risks. 

Soft Skills: 

• Strong leadership skills. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. 

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. 

• Coaching teams to high performance. 

• Good knowledge of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes. 

• Understanding of design workflows and ability to review and guide design activities. 

• Familiarity with industry standards and testing protocols for automotive components. 

Preferred Requirements 

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field 

• Strong knowledge and experience in developing eMotors, gearboxes, and their mechanical integration. 

• English language skills on level C1 

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.