Battery Materials Lab Intern

Position

Battery Materials Lab Intern

Location

Auburn Hills Michigan

About us

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 energyefficient world.

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Job purpose

BorgWarner is seeking a qualified individual to support the scientists and engineers in Battery and Charging Systems at our Propulsion Technical Center (PTC) in Auburn Hills Michigan. This person will work under the direction of the Battery Materials Lab engineers and will be required to perform a wide variety of testing and analysis associated with material selection and rootcause failure analysis.

This position will provide opportunities to expand analytical and problemsolving skills as well as contribute to the development of new analytical methods and techniques that can be applied to various materials (polymers metals ceramics composites lubricants and adhesives). The individual will work alongside scientists and engineers to support research and development projects for new products. They will also provide product launch support and quality control to manufacturing sites. Additionally they will perform failure analysis of field return components from internal testing and customers.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the scientists and engineers with adhesive validation testing and data processing.
• Provide support rootcause failure analysis investigations for battery cells and modules as well as foundational friction products (asneeded).
• Manage time between supporting a variety of testing and analytical projects to ensure deadlines are met successfully.

What were looking for

• Pursuing a bachelors degree (BS/BA) in materials engineering materials science chemistry chemical engineering engineering chemistry or mechanical engineering.
• Ability to operate laboratory test and analysis equipment typically used in material investigations.
• Familiarity with any of the following would be advantageous but is not required:
  • Microscopy (optical and SEM)
  • Polymer and organic material testing (FTIR TGA DSC GCMS)
  • Surface metrology and roughness measurements
  • Tensile and compression testing
  • Corrosion and material compatibility testing
• Knowledge of battery systems and materials preferred but not required
• Familiarity with safe lab practices and chemical safety
• Ability to multitask efficiently
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Motivated and able to work independently or in a teamoriented environment

What we believe

• InclusionWe 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.

Safety

This position will adhere to Global Star Safety Program including safety rules practices and training as outlined in the BorgWarner PTC Safety Policy Manual which includes the use of equipment protective devices or clothing that the employer requires. This individual will work in manners that stress the importance of preventing accidents and illnesses. He/she must take every precaution reasonable in the given circumstance for the protection of themselves and coworkers. In addition he/she is responsible for reporting all injuries and/or possible dangerous situations incidents or occurrences to the immediate supervisor.

Equal Employment Opportunity

BorgWarner is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color age religion sex sexual orientation gender identity/expression national origin disability or protected veteran status.

Visa Sponsorship

BorgWarner does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However for this role applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a fulltime basis.

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