Seneca company will add roughly 105 new jobs
BorgWarner Inc., a manufacturer of powertrain components and transfer cases, announced last week a $24.6 million expansion that is expected to create approximately 105 new jobs in Oconee County.
The company, located in Seneca, is considered to be a global leader in highly engineered components and systems for powertrain applications worldwide. BorgWarner develops products that improve fuel economy, reduce emissions and enhance performance.
“We expect that our latest expansion will provide our customers with high-quality, advanced technologies, offer local job opportunities and help sustain the local economy,” said Dr. Stefan Demmerle, president and general manager of BorgWarner TorqTransfer Systems. “We are enthusiastic about the future and grateful for the continued support of local and state officials.”
The company is based in Auburn Hills, Mich., and has operating manufacturing and technical facilities in 56 locations in 19 countries. Customers include VW/Audi, Ford, Toyota, Renault/Nissan, General Motors, Hyundai/Kia, Daimler, Chrysler, Fiat, BMW, Honda and John Deere.
“Oconee County is extremely pleased that BorgWarner has chosen to grow their existing operations here as they have been a great manufacturer in our community for a number of years,” said Joel Thrift, chairman of Oconee County Council. “Seeing this type of expansion occur proves that our local economy is ripe for business and our economic development strategies are paying off.”
“South Carolina is just right for the automotive industry, which has been accelerating for the past two decades,” said S.C. Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt. “BorgWarner’s further investment in our Upstate is welcome news, and we are prepared to continue to support their growth right here in South Carolina.”
BorgWarner currently employees more than 600 people in South Carolina and approximately 20,000 worldwide. Hiring for the new positions has already begun and the project will be completed in phases over the next few years.
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