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Job Summary
Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling "everything that spins and moves", miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units.From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe, electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec, our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics, the impact of motors will only increase.
With over 140,000 employees stationed worldwide, Nidec continues to be a unique organization, and each location maintains its individual personality.
Job Description
As a Mechanical Design Engineer III at Nidec Motion, you'll play a pivotal role in designing advanced mechanical solutions for Motion Control programs. From concept to production, you'll collaborate with a team of experienced design engineers to create products that meet strength, cost, and reliability requirements.Responsibilities & Duties
- Develop advanced mechanical designs for Motion Control programs, ensuring they meet strength, cost, and reliability requirements.
- Utilize Creo to create 3D models and 2D drawings for production motor requirements.
- Specify required tolerances and critical-to-quality features for components and assemblies.
- Communicate proposed designs to cross-functional teams within and outside of Nidec.
- Collaborate with external suppliers to optimize designs for tooled components.
- Participate in First Piece Article inspection/APQP/PPAP processes for newly specified components.
- Lead prototype builds and teardown analysis of new motors.
- Conduct technical design reviews for newly developed solutions with cross-functional teams.
- Drive new product development goals through self-initiative, leadership, and collaboration.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in design engineering, with a focus on product development and electric motors.
- Proficiency in Creo 3D CAD software solid modeling for new product designs.
- Familiarity with tolerance analysis and exposure to structural FEA software (Ansys experience preferred).
- Experience designing die castings and/or injection molded plastics.
- Experience specifying ball bearings and/or gearing/gearboxes is a plus.
- Strong design for manufacturability skills.
- Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, troubleshoot issues, and make informed decisions.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Strong collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and build positive relationships.
- Creative problem-solving abilities, with a passion for innovation and continuous learning.
Additional Job Details
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
No Soliciting
Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.