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Develop electromagnetic-thermal-structural coupled models and drive optimization of heat dissipation paths within the joint module.\nDefine technical requirements for the stator, rotor, permanent magnets, windings, insulation, potting, and assembly interfaces, supporting integrated design with the gearbox, encoder, brake, motor drive, and housing.\nDevelop DV/PV validation plans for prototypes and lead performance mapping, temperature-rise, NVH, overload, durability, environmental, and reliability testing. Drive root-cause analysis and issue closure.\nDrive motor platform development, product family development, and design standardization. Establish design guidelines, calculation templates, technical databases, DFMEA, and engineering knowledge repositories.\nCollaborate with suppliers, purchasing, manufacturing, and quality teams on process reviews, DFM optimization, cost analysis, critical-characteristic control, and mass production launch.\nTrack technology trends in robotic joint motors and identify opportunities in high torque density, advanced winding technologies, magnetic circuit innovation, materials, and cooling technologies, supporting patent development and technology roadmap planning.\nQualifications\nBachelor’s degree or above in Electrical Engineering, Motor Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation, or a related discipline. Master’s degree or above is preferred.\n5+ years of experience in permanent magnet synchronous motor development. Experience with frameless torque motors, robotic joints, collaborative robots, servo actuators, or compact electric drive systems is preferred.\nStrong knowledge of PMSM electromagnetic design principles, with the ability to independently perform parameter calculations, concept design, simulation and optimization, prototype commissioning, and test-result analysis.\nProficiency in at least one mainstream electromagnetic or thermal simulation tool, such as Ansys Maxwell, Motor-CAD, JMAG, or Flux. Experience with MATLAB/Simulink is also required.\nGood understanding of FOC, SVPWM, current/speed/position closed-loop control, and encoder fundamentals, with the ability to work with drive and control teams on electromechanical matching and system commissioning.\nSolid knowledge of motor materials, winding and insulation systems, permanent magnets, protection methods, potting, assembly, and manufacturing processes, with strong awareness of tolerance management, reliability, and failure analysis.\nStrong structured problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and technical communication skills. Able to read technical documentation in English and handle routine written communication in English.\n-Internal Use Only: SalaryGlobal Terms of Use and Privacy Statement\nCarefully read the BorgWarner Privacy Policy before using this website. 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