BORGWARNER

SMT Professional Internship

Viana do Castelo II - Portugal Full time

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.

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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 Intern for SMT at our new production plant in Viana, Portugal.

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated Process Engineer Intern to join our team and support the launch and ramp-up of new SMT (Surface Mount Technology) projects. This internship offers hands-on experience in process optimization, data analysis, and collaboration with engineering and production teams to improve efficiency and quality.

Responsibilities:

  • Support the launch and ramp-up of new SMT projects, ensuring smooth transitions and process stability.
  • Analyze production data to identify root causes of scrap and implement corrective actions.
  • Contribute to improving yield (FPY) through process optimization initiatives.
  • Gain knowledge of SMT equipment such as pick & place machines, reflow ovens, SPI, and AOI systems.
  • Follow the production flow from PCB loading to final inspection, identifying opportunities for improvement in cycle times, soldering quality, and line efficiency.
  • Assist in the validation of new products or process changes.
  • Update work instructions, control plans, and setup documentation.

Profile We Are Looking For

  • Degree in Engineering ( Mechanical, Electrical, or related field).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Interest in manufacturing processes and continuous improvement.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Good communication skills and attention to detail.
  • Knowledge of Excel and data analysis tools is a plus.

What we offer:

  • 12 months of internship Internship allowance

  • Meal allowance

  • Flexible working schedule

Internal Use Only: Indirect Hourly

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