Develop and define product specifications based on customer and market requirements
Design electric motors, including both electrical and mechanical components
Perform engineering analysis, testing, and validation to ensure product performance and reliability
Create and maintain production documentation, including bills of materials (BOMs) and technical drawings
Conduct testing per internal and external standards and generate detailed test reports
Analyze and interpret performance data, including graphing and summarizing results
Project & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to support product development and resolve issues
Coordinate meetings and communication with customers, manufacturing sites, and internal stakeholders
Develop project schedules, resource plans, and test plans to ensure timely execution
Support new product launches and transfer designs into production
Customer & Business Support
Prepare technical proposals and quotations in response to customer and marketing requests
Provide technical support to internal teams and external customers, both remotely and on-site
Support sales and marketing with product selection and application guidance
Build and maintain strong customer relationships
Continuous Improvement & Support
Identify and contribute to cost reduction and product improvement initiatives
Support software testing and troubleshooting for new releases
Assist in the development of new product platforms
Partner with Quality teams to address and resolve product issues
Support manufacturing plants in troubleshooting design and process-related challenges
Lab & Technical Work
Operate lab equipment and tools to test fractional horsepower motors
Read and interpret electrical diagrams and technical schematics
Safely use hand tools and power tools as needed for testing and prototyping
Requirements
Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
0-2 years of experience in engineering, preferably within the electric motor or manufacturing industry
Internship or co-op experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment is a plus
Skills & Competencies
Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
Effective communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams
Demonstrated initiative and emerging leadership capabilities
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to learn new systems and tools quickly
Familiarity with safe operation of hand and power tools
Additional Requirements
Ability to travel on a limited, quarterly basis
Additional Job Details
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Work Shift Schedule
No Soliciting
Benefits
Remote work options
Additional Information
We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.
All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.
Job Summary
Job Description
Collaborate cross-functionally with customers, suppliers, manufacturing, and internal teams to translate product designs into scalable, cost-effective production solutions. Provide technical expertise to support project timelines, cost targets, and overall product success. Utilize engineering tools and methodologies to support the full product lifecycle, including design, analysis, testing, validation, and production launch.
This role supports the development and production of electric motors, including both electrical and mechanical design, customer sampling, engineering approvals, and ongoing product support.
Nidec · North America