PRODUCT FAILURE ENGINEER (M/F/D)

Reliably delivering what’s needed today There are few challenges as important today as creating solutions that support a cleaner, more energy-efficient world.
This requires a commitment to constantly improve the transportation of people and things.
We, at BorgWarner, made that commitment decades ago and have since been creating technologies to improve efficiency, emissions and performance in all types of vehicles.
Constantly pursuing what’s next Our proven track record has made us industry leader in clean, energy-efficient propulsion system solutions for combustion, hybrid and electric vehicles.
We uncover strong trends and use smart science and technology to address a future based on varying regulations, consumer demands and automaker requirements.
Product leadership that’s changing the world Our employees have earned trusted partnerships with customers and suppliers around the world.
We leverage these relationships to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges at hand and then do what it takes to develop the next solution.
Our strong operations and commercialization expertise result in high volume availability of competitive, efficient products that truly drive change.
BorgWarner PowerDrive Systems is currently looking for “dynamic, results driven” individual to join as Product Failure Engineer at our new production plant in Viana, Portugal.
Key Accountabilities BOM Management.
Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOM) in SAP for mechanical components and assemblies.
Ensure accuracy and completeness of BOMs to support manufacturing and procurement processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to update BOMs based on design changes and improvements.
Cost Reduction.
Identify opportunities for cost reduction in product design and manufacturing processes.
Implement cost-saving initiatives while maintaining product quality and performance.
Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to optimize material usage and reduce waste.
Problem Solving.
Perform root cause analysis on mechanical failures and implement corrective actions.
Develop and execute test plans to identify potential failure modes and improve product reliability.
Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and techniques to analyze mechanical issues.
Claims and Field Analysis.
Investigate and analyze mechanical product claims and field issues to determine root causes.
Develop and implement corrective actions to address identified issues.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product reliability based on field data.
Quality Assurance.
Establish and maintain quality control processes for mechanical products.
Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure product quality and consistency.
Monitor and report on product performance metrics and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Production Support.
Provide support for current production and new product launches Continuous improvement and lessons learned for procedures Utilize statistical problem-solving tools Define Rework procedures and evaluate Process risk Comply with environmental, safety, health, energy, quality, productivity, and prevention standards Comply with the organization's rules and internal regulations.
Code of Ethics, Practice and Schedule  Respect workplace safety and cleanliness rules  Respect and comply with environmental policy rules  Perform other tasks not included in the activity for which he was hired, when the needs or convenience of the service justify it, for the period necessary for the said needs or conveniences of service  Education & Experience Qualifications.
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.
Preferred Qualifications.
Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
Experience with automotive industry standards and regulations.
Familiarity with quality control processes and methodologies.
Proficiency in relevant software tools such as CAD software, FEA tools, and PLM systems.
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