Manufacturing, Automation, and Controls Technician (H)

Location: Arden, NC

About BorgWarner

BorgWarner is a global leader in innovative and sustainable mobility solutions. We foster a diverse and inclusive environment, honor integrity, strive for excellence, and commit to responsibility for our communities and the environment. Our Arden campus features world-class technical centers and a cutting-edge manufacturing facility.

Our Culture

BorgWarner promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive environment, honors integrity, strives for excellence, commits to responsibility for our communities and the environment, and builds on the power of collaboration.  We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority.

Career Opportunities

We manage talent as seriously as we manage our businesses and encourage you to learn about our proud history, strong culture, technologies, and vision for the future. We offer positions locally and globally with over 80 locations in 19 countries.

If this position energizes you and you feel you can help us achieve our mission and vision, you are invited to submit an application for consideration.

You may see the list of requirements and feel you do not meet all of them. However, remember that BorgWarner thinks differently. If your qualifications align with the majority of those outlined in this job description, we encourage you to apply and share your experience and skills with us.

For a listing of Asheville/Arden openings:  BorgWarner Openings

Pay & Benefits

All positions start at an above market pay rate for that position. Benefits are also above market and include the below for all fulltime employees:

• Day 1 Medical Coverage with potential of no monthly premium
• Onsite Health Clinic for employees and dependents (age 14 and over) at no cost
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement Program after 18 months
• Retirement Savings Plan (401k) with a matching program
• Company paid holidays and vacation starting Day 1

Job Purpose

The Manufacturing, Automation, and Controls Technician supports thermal assembly 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.

Key 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.

• Facilitate complex department projects, including planning, scheduling, training, implementation, and documentation of solutions.

• Troubleshoot electrical and controls issues on assembly lines and automation equipment.

• Assist in the design, development, and programming of PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces), and SCADA systems under engineering guidance.

• Support commissioning, debugging, and troubleshooting of automation equipment and control systems.

• Work with sensors, actuators, motors, and vision systems for process automation.

• Assist with installation and upgrades of production equipment, collaborating with equipment suppliers and contractors.

• Maintain and update electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and wiring diagrams using CAD software.

• Ensure compliance with safety standards, industry regulations, and company policies.

• Document system configurations, troubleshooting guides, and training materials.

• Provide technical support for equipment maintenance and modifications.

• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and learn new automation technologies.

• Assist with preventative maintenance and machine repairs as needed.

• Support pre-production and PPAP assembly builds, procurement, and installation of assembly lines and equipment.

• Recommend and implement improvements to manufacturing processes and tooling.

• Inspect machined parts using indicators, micrometers, calipers, and related devices for accuracy.

• Adhere to all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures.

• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Qualifications

• Associate engineering degree from an accredited technical program is required.

• Courses or vocational training in electronics, controls, or en