Data Engineer Controls & Manufacturing Systems (Industrial Solutions)

Job description

Position

Data Engineer- Controls & Manufacturing Systems


Location

Arden, NC

This position will be based at the BorgWarner Arden facility in Western North Carolina and will transition to a new facility with a specific location to be finalized.




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 energy-efficient world.


Our Culture

We believe the health and safety of our employees are a top priority.

We care about our local communities and the global environment.

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.


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 future vision.

We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities.

Start your future with BorgWarner now!


For a listing of Asheville/Arden openings: BorgWarner Openings (https://www.borgwarner.com/careers/job-search?indexCatalogue=default&wordsMode=0&3Location=Arden%20-%20North%20Carolina%20-%20USA,Asheville%20-%20North%20Carolina%20-%20USA)


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 BorgWarner Arden campus offers two world class technical centers and a cutting-edge manufacturing facility that designs and produces turbos, fan, and fan drive components for the automotive industry.

The Arden campus offers a multitude of career opportunities and is in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina.


This position will be based at the BorgWarner Arden facility in Western North Carolina and will transition to a new facility with a specific location to be finalized.




Position Overview

We are seeking a technically driven and proactive Data Engineer to support manufacturing operations through advanced data integration, controls systems, and analytics.

This role bridges the gap between automation, controls engineering, and data infrastructure, enabling smarter, more efficient production processes.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with industrial control systems, manufacturing data pipelines, and real-time analytics.


Key Responsibilities

+ Design, develop, and maintain data pipelines from PLCs, SCADA, MES, and other control systems.

+ Integrate manufacturing data into centralized platforms for analysis and reporting.

+ Collaborate with controls engineers to optimize machine performance and data capture.

+ Develop dashboards and tools to monitor production metrics, downtime, and process efficiency.

+ Support predictive maintenance and process optimization initiatives using historical and real-time data.

+ Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with IT and operational standards.

+ Work cross-functionally with engineering, IT, and operations teams to support digital transformation efforts.


What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field.

+ 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or industrial data engineering.

+ Proficiency in SQL, Python, and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).

+ Experience with PLCs, SCADA, OPC UA, and industrial communication protocols.

+ Familiarity with MES systems and manufacturing process data.

+ Strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.


Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and edge computing.

+ Knowledge of Industry 4.0 technologies and IIoT frameworks.

+ Understanding of control system architecture and automation standards.

+ Experience with time-series databases and machine learning applications in manufacturing.


What we believe

+ Inclusion: Respecting Individuals

+ Integrity: Honoring truth

+ Excellence: Focusing on results

+ Responsibility: Our commitment

+ Collaboration: Building trust


Safety

This position will adhere to the BorgWarner Environmental Health and Safety Program by following all safety rules, procedures, practices, training, and safe use of equipment; this includes use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

This individual will work in a way that stresses the importance of preventing injury, accidents, or illnesses to themselves or co-workers by correcting or reporting unsafe situations, incidents, or occurrences to their Team Lead immediately.




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.


Join the company that is creating solutions that support a cleaner, more energy-efficient world.

For more information about BorgWarner, please visit www.borgwarner.com

For a listing of Asheville/Arden openings: BorgWarner Openings (https://www.borgwarner.com/careers/job-search?indexCatalogue=default&wordsMode=0&3Location=Asheville%20-%20North%20Carolina%20-%20USA)




Salary Range:
$90,800 - $124,850





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