Senior Prototype Assembly Technician

Supports prototype operations through component inspection assembly processing documentation and troubleshooting. Selects and prepares parts; builds prototype components subassemblies and assemblies to engineering specifications; performs in-process dimensional checks; and maintains traceability inventory and build records to support prototype programs 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 Assembly Technician

Functional Department:

Prototype Operations

Primary Job Location:

Ithaca NY

Global Grade:

Grade 9

Employment Status:

Full Time

FLSA Status:

To be determined

Date:

October 15 2026

POSITION SUMMARY

Supports prototype operations through component inspection assembly processing documentation and troubleshooting. Selects and prepares parts; builds prototype components subassemblies and assemblies to engineering specifications; performs in-process dimensional checks; and maintains traceability inventory and build records to support prototype programs and engineering evaluations.

KEY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Selects identifies and inspects prototype parts against engineering drawings bills of material (BOMs) specifications and project requirements before assembly.

Assembles prototype components subassemblies and assemblies using engineering prints work instructions process flow information and direction from Prototype supervision or engineering.

Performs fit-up alignment fastening pressing riveting staking pre-stressing scribing and other manual assembly operations required for prototype builds.

Operates drill presses arbor presses bench grinders parts washers riveters pre-stress machines and other approved shop equipment and hand tools to build or modify prototype parts and fixtures.

Sets up and operates torque drivers and torque meters seating and rivet stations prestress equipment marking and serialization equipment scales gage pins height gages drop gages indicators and approved assembly fixtures used for prototype work.

Verifies fixture condition and readiness before use and maintains organized storage of assembly fixtures tooling and measurement equipment.

Makes minor component modifications from drawings or other approved graphic information using common and specialized hand and power tools.

Uses micrometers calipers dial indicators center-distance measurement equipment and other basic or semi-complex inspection tools to verify component and assembly requirements.

Identifies assembly or dimensional concerns documents findings and works with Product Manufacturing and Quality Engineering to resolve issues affecting prototype builds.

Hand assembles pre-stresses measures and scribes HyVo roller bush and inverted-tooth (Silent) chains.

Hand assembles timing-drive products including tensioners arms guides hydraulic Variable Cam Timing phasers (hVCTs) and electric Variable Cam Timing phasers (eVCTs).

Processes and supports prototype arms guides sprockets mechanical and hydraulic tensioners center bolts solenoids check valves pressure-relief valves timing chains and Variable Cam Timing (VCT) phaser units in accordance with applicable work instructions and project requirements.

Performs prototype receiving pick-list processing routing-sheet completion stocking inventory control quarantine of suspect material and production-part pull and lot-control activities as required.

Supports VCT reject evaluation rebuild and applicable testing process flows; documents results and escalates conditions requiring engineering or quality review.

Serializes prototype components and assemblies; creates and maintains build inspection traceability and quality documentation; and prepares completed parts for shipment.

Accesses company databases and folders to obtain project details BOMs drawings and requirements; enters inspection quality build and inventory information using company computer systems.

Uses applicable work instructions procedures job safety analyses routing sheets project records and customer-order information to plan and document prototype processing and assembly activities.

Navigates Teamcenter and other approved company systems to retrieve drawings and requirements; completes electronic filing record retention labor tracking inspection entries and inventory transactions applicable to the role.

Contributes practical input to new or revised work instructions routings assembly methods and manufacturability reviews based on prototype-build experience.

Inspects packs transports and tracks prototype components and assemblies throughout the facility as required.

Manages prototype component inventory and participates in periodic inventory checks.

Coordinates with Inspection Tool Room Shipping Production and other departments for processing and completion of prototype components and assemblies.

Works with suppliers and internal stakeholders to clarify part condition build readiness documentation and prototype processing needs.

Maintains work areas tools fixtures and equipment in a clean safe and orderly condition and performs required preventive-maintenance activities.

Performs work in accordance with applicable safety procedures required training and personal protective equipment requirements.

Follows 5S housekeeping chemical handling Safety Data Sheet (SDS) emergency-response material-handling and workstation-control requirements applicable to prototype operations.

Participates in department safety inspections equipment checks and corrective actions as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent is required.

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 assembly inspection fabrication processing or troubleshooting.

Demonstrated mechanical ability and aptitude including safe use of hand tools power tools presses riveters and general prototype-shop equipment.

Ability to read and understand engineering drawings specifications bills of material and process-flow documentation.

Ability to use conventional dimensional inspection equipment and apply decimals fractions and basic arithmetic.

Ability to follow work instructions procedures routing sheets job safety analyses and established prototype processing requirements.

Ability to learn and safely operate role-specific assembly marking material-handling inspection and packaging equipment through formal and on-the-job training.

Working knowledge of prototype receiving stock control pick-list processing packing labeling shipping preparation quarantine traceability and record-retention practices is preferred.

Ability to enter retrieve and review project inspection quality and inventory data using company computer systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Must have strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills and the ability to make sound decisions with limited information.

Must have professional interpersonal communication skills and be able to coordinate effectively with engineering quality manufacturing production tool-room inspection shipping and supplier contacts.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Customer Focus

Functional/Technical Skills

Problem Solving

Quality and Attention to Detail

Priority Setting

Collaboration and Communication

Learning Agility

Drive for Results

Safety and Accountability

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions. The position requires standing and walking frequent use of hands and fingers close visual attention handling of prototype components and tooling and occasional bending kneeling reaching or lifting as required by assigned work. Specific frequency and lifting limits should be confirmed through the applicable HR and EHS review process.

EEO STATEMENT

It is the policy of BorgWarner to provide equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees in accordance with applicable federal state and local law.

𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀:

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

Salary Range:

Internal Use Only: Salary

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