Senior Prototype Technician

Supports prototype operations through component inspection, assembly, testing, instrumentation, and troubleshooting. Fabricates or modifies parts and fixtures, performs dimensional inspection using conventional measurement equipment and CMM systems, and documents results to support prototype builds and engineering evaluations.

BorgWarner is the recognized leader in advanced products and technologies that satisfy customer needs in powertrain components and system solutions.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Senior Prototype Technician

Functional Department:

Prototype Operations

Job Location:

Ithaca, NY

Employment Status:

Full Time

Global Grade:

Grade 9

FLSA Status:

To be determined

Date:

11/6/26

 

 

 

POSITION SUMMARY

 

Supports prototype operations through component inspection, assembly, testing, instrumentation, and troubleshooting. Fabricates or modifies parts and fixtures, performs dimensional inspection using conventional measurement equipment and CMM systems, and documents results to support prototype builds and engineering evaluations.

 

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sets up component and assembly test stands and makes modifications as necessary, including installation of instrumentation and test devices.
• Adjusts and calibrates instrumentation and maintains calibration records, assuring reliable data acquisition.
• Installs and removes components and assemblies from test stands, monitors performance, maintains accurate records, and prepares test results.

• Performs preventative maintenance and repair on equipment, establishes preventative maintenance schedule based on requirements or a particular piece of equipment.
• Fabricates and welds test equipment and fixtures.

• Checks components to ensure they meet drawing specifications and records measurements.

• Operates some machine shop equipment to fabricate or modify sample parts and test fixtures.
• Plans, builds and performs a wide variety of laboratory tests on assigned projects.

• Recommends and aids in the selection of equipment required for testing and data collection. Builds special test equipment when necessary.
• Selects and installs equipment required to meet laboratory testing needs.
• Enters data and/or results into computer applications/programs.

• Inspects, serializes, packs, transports, maintains documentation and inventory of prototype components.
• Uses inspection instruments such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, CMM and center distance measure machines.

• Operates and programs Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) equipment using PC-DMIS to inspect prototype and production components in accordance with engineering drawings, GD&T requirements, and established inspection plans.
• Develops, modifies, and validates CMM inspection programs; establishes part alignments and datum structures; selects probes, measurement strategies, and inspection fixtures; and creates safe, repeatable part setups.
• Analyzes and documents inspection results, identifies dimensional nonconformances or measurement concerns, and communicates findings to Product, Manufacturing, and Quality Engineering.
• Creates and maintains inspection reports, ballooned drawings, measurement records, CMM programs, probes, fixtures, and equipment in accordance with calibration, quality-system, and document-control requirements.

• Works closely with Product, Manufacturing and Quality Engineering as well as the Inspection, Tool Room, Shipping and Production departments.

• Works closely with vendors and maintains documentation.
• Manages component selection and build.

• Manages prototype inventory and participates in annual inventory checks.
• Hand assembly, pre-stress, measure, and scribe the following chain types: HyVo, roller, bush, and inverted tooth (Silent) chains.
• Hand assembly of the following timing drive products: Tensioners, arms, guides, hydraulic Variable Cam Timing phasers (hVCTs), and electric Variable Cam Timing phasers (eVCTs).

 

Safety and Health – Responsible for completing required safety training, reporting and correcting any unsafe practices as appropriate, completing work activities in a safe manner, and complying with safety and health requirements for respective position.

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (Minimum Qualifications)

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Associate degree or two (2) years of technical training is preferred.
• Minimum five (5) years of practical experience supporting prototype component and assembly operations, including testing, inspection, fabrication, or troubleshooting.

• Must have an understanding of basic mechanics, hydraulics, and electronics.

• Should be familiar with Microsoft Office suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Must have strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills and the ability to make sound decisions with limited information.

• Must have professional interpersonal communication skills.

• Must have demonstrated experience operating and programming CMM equipment using PC-DMIS and interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T.

 

CORE COMPETENCIES

 

Customer Focus

Timely Decision Making

Functional/Technical Skills

Informing

Learning on the Fly

Listening

Priority Setting

Problem Solving

Drive for Results              

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

In performing the essential elements of this position, the following physical activities are required.  The activities are measured in the amount of on-the-job time that is spent performing these activities.

 

          None                      Up to 1/3                 1/3 to 2/3             2/3+

Standing, walking                                                                                                                                                 

Limited climate controlled area – Cold/heat                                                                                                            

Talking                                                                                                                                                                

Hearing                                                                                                                                                               

Using hands or fingers to handle or feel                                                                                                                 

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl                                                                                                                               

Reaching above shoulders                                                                                                                                   

Taste or Smell                                                                                                                                                     

 

In performing the essential elements of this position, the following weight is required to be lifted or force to be exerted. These activities are measured in the amount of weight lifted or force exerted and how often.

 

         None                      Up to 1/3                 1/3 to 2/3               2/3+

Up to 10 pounds                                                                                                                                                   

Up to 25 pounds                                                                                                                                                   

Up to 40 pounds                                                                                                                                                   

Up to 100 pounds                                                                                                                                                 

More than 100 pounds                                                                                                                                          

 

In performing the essential elements of this position, the following vision requirements apply.

 

                                                                  Yes                        No

Close vision                                                                   

Distant vision                                                                 

Color vision                                                                   

Peripheral vision                                                            

Depth perception                                                            

Ability to adjust focus                                                     

 

EEO STATEMENT

 

It is the policy of BorgWarner to provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants/employees regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, marital status or any other characteristics covered by federal, state or local law.

 

𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀:

 

Change Management, Define Future State, Engineering Standards and Compliance, Perform Gap Analysis, Project Schedule Management

Salary Range:

$68,800 - $96,750

Internal Use Only: Salary

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