Mechanical System Design Leader

BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems is currently looking for a “dynamic, results driven” individual to join as a Mechanical System Design Leader for Mechanical Development of eDrive Systems. In this role, you will be responsible for leading a team of mechanical designers to drive the design, development, and validation of advanced mechanical components and systems for electric drive units. This includes comprehensive planning and development of eMotors and gearboxes, as well as their mechanical integration. You will ensure the delivery of high-performance, reliable, and cost-effective solutions that meet the stringent demands of the automotive industry. Your role will focus on developing and managing detailed project plans and schedules to ensure all deliverables are completed on time before project milestone reviews. Additionally, you will be responsible for technical risk assessment and mitigation throughout the project lifecycle.

BorgWarner is a global product leader in delivering innovative and sustainable mobility solutions for the vehicle market. 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.

New Technical Center - Electrification in Krakow

At BorgWarner, we design and manufacture the systems that define the way the world moves forward. With the world’s foremost technologists, engineers, and OEMs, we’re accelerating the world’s transformation to eMobility.

Products and solutions range from existing portfolio Power Electronics - BorgWarner.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership:

• Functionally lead a project team of mechanical development engineers and mechanical system architects in the development of eDrive systems, encompassing eMotors, gearboxes, and their mechanical integration.

• Develop and manage detailed project plans and schedules from a mechanical development perspective to ensure timely and successful project delivery.

Technical Oversight:

• Implement BorgWarner PDP (Product Development Process) and Engineering Development Framework (EDF).

• Decompose and distribute requirements to mechanical development engineers and mechanical system architects.

• Schedule reviews of simulations and analyses to validate designs, ensuring they are completed on time.

• Drive the team to develop and document mechanical system and component DFMEAs.

• Drive the team to develop and document ADVP&Rs.

• Ensure that designs meet performance, durability, and manufacturability requirements.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Develop and manage detailed project plans and schedules to ensure timely project delivery of engineering work products (drawings, specifications, etc.) as per program timing.

• Report to the System Project Leader and act as the primary technical contact within the mechanical design team.

• Communicate with various engineering functions such as operations, testing, eHardware, and other stakeholders.

• Align with the Validation Engineering team to finalize the Design Verification Plan and Report (DVP&R).

• Prepare and present project status updates, technical reviews, and reports 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.

• Document and implement lessons learned from current and past programs.

Quality and Compliance:

• Ensure that all mechanical 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

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

• At least 5 years of experience in mechanical design and development within the automotive or related industry.

• Proven experience in leading technical projects.

• Excellent project management skills, including the ability to d