Test Engineer

Nidec Drives; São Paulo; Híbrido; BRL 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Nidec Aerospace in Sao Paulo is seeking a Test Engineer to design, set up, operate and maintain electrical propulsion test benches for black‑box validation of high‑voltage motors. You will work with cross‑functional teams to ensure safety, reliability and data quality across aerospace test campaigns.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years of related experience, a BSc in Electrical Engineering, and hands‑on expertise with dynamometer systems, data acquisition, and HV protocols.

Formación

• 5+ years of relevant test engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Strong background in high‑voltage safety and reliability.
• Experience setting up and operating dynamometer test rigs.
• Proficient with torque sensors, speed sensors, power analysers, and thermal sensors.
• Familiar with RS485, CAN, ARINC-429, and Ethernet test protocols.
• Experience in HV systems and health and safety standards (OSHA 29 CFR 1910, NR 10, BS EN 50110-1).

Responsabilidades

• Develop and set up dynamometer test rigs for evaluating electrical motors according to product specifications and testing needs.
• Manage the operation of dynamometer test rigs to perform tests on a variety of electrical motors.
• Diagnose and fix technical problems related to test setups, equipment, and data acquisition systems.
• Work with design and development teams to provide feedback on motor performance and suggest improvements.
• Ensure all testing procedures adhere to safety regulations and meet company quality standards.
• Manage maintenance and calibration of test equipment and instruments to guarantee precise and reliable results.
• Create environmental and EMI/EMC qualification test plans, procedures, and support the test house selection process.
• Provide local technical support to customers during test campaigns in coordination with our Engineering team.
• Work with the MRO team, integrating inventory performance management and demand forecasting for Repair & Overhaul.
• Support Product Development and Service with Service Bulletins and Retrofit Campaigns.
• Support customers with Spare Parts solutions tailored to their needs.
• Assist Material Solutions with Spare Parts Forecasting aligned with customer requests.
• Initial provisioning recommendation for customers.
• Will travel domestically and internationally to support customers and testing activities.

Conocimientos

Dynamometer test rigs

Electrical engineering

HV systems

Data acquisition

CAN/RS485/Ethernet

PowerBI

Troubleshooting

Educación

BSc in Electrical Engineering

Herramientas

Torque sensors

Speed measurement devices

Power analysers

Thermal sensors

DOORs

JAMA

Windchill

Descripción del empleo

## Test EngineerApply: South America/BRA/Sao Paulo - Aerospace: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R0017544We 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**The sky is no longer the limit as Nidec takes its technology off the ground and into the Aerospace market. As a Test Engineer with the Nidec Aerospace team, you will have the opportunity to apply and develop your expertise to design electric propulsion systems for the battery-powered aircrafts that will enable the world to sustainably and efficiently get from point A to point B. Nidec is the world’s leading electric motor manufacturer and a true pioneer in electrification across a wide array of industries since its foundation in 1973, ranging from appliance, energy infrastructure, to ground transportation. Nidec Aerospace is a newly created Joint Venture between Nidec and Embraer which intends to take a leading role in the Electrification of Aircrafts. We are well-positioned and excited to support the aerospace industry in its ambitious transition to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The ideal candidate will embody Nidec’s key pillars of Passion, Enthusiasm, and Tenacity with their passion to learn, enthusiasm to exceed market expectations, and tenacity to solve complex technical issues. From ideation to production, you will work with a diverse and experienced team of design engineers to support aerospace industry leaders and spearhead technological advances in transport decarbonization.**Job Description**As a Test Engineer within the Nidec Aerospace business unit, you will be playing a crucial role in designing, setting up, operating, and maintaining test benches used for validating the performance and reliability of electrical propulsion systems and high-voltage components.Additionally, you will serve as a role model for adherence to health and safety standards, conducting daily inspections and implementing protocols to maintain a secure testing environment.**Responsibilities & Duties*** Develop and set up dynamometer test rigs for evaluating electrical motors according to product specifications and testing needs.* Manage the operation of dynamometer test rigs to perform tests on a variety of electrical motors.* Diagnose and fix technical problems related to test setups, equipment, and data acquisition systems.* Work with design and development teams to provide feedback on motor performance and suggest improvements.* Ensure all testing procedures adhere to safety regulations and meet company quality standards.* Manage maintenance and calibration of test equipment and instruments to guarantee precise and reliable results.* Create environmental and EMI/EMC qualification test plans, procedures, and support the test house selection process.* Providing local technical support to our customers during their test campaigns in coordination with our Engineering team.* Working closely with the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) team, integrating the Inventory performance management and Demand forecasting for Repair & Overhaul business* Supporting the Product Development and Service and Support organizations with the definition and execution of the strategies for the Service Bulletins and Retrofit Campaigns* Supporting customers with Spare Parts solutions tailored to their needs* Assisting the Material Solutions organization with the Spare Parts Forecasting process in alignment with Customers’ requests* Initial Provisioning Recommendation (spares and GSE) for customers* Willing to travel domestically and internationally to support customers and testing activities.**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities*** 5+ years of relevant experience* BSc in Electrical Engineering* Strong background of electrical engineering principles to ensure safety and reliability in high-voltage environments.* Experience in setup and operation of dynamometer test rigs, propulsion rigs or lab cars.* Proficient in the selection, operation, and maintenance of diverse test instruments, including torque sensors, speed measurement devices, power analysers, and thermal sensors, to guarantee precise and reliable data acquisition and analysis.* Proficiency in executing test procedures for system integration and validation using protocols such as RS485, CAN, ARINC-429, and Ethernet.* Experienced working in HV systems environment with adherence to health and safety standards. (OSHA 29 CFR 1910, NR 10, BS EN 50110-1)Ability to effectively manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while consistently meeting deadlines. Knowledge of DO-160G and ISO/IEC 17025 standards, including environmental testing requirements, laboratory best practices, and compliance processes.* Knowledge of DO-160G and ISO/IEC 17025 standards, including environmental testing requirements, laboratory best practices, and compliance processes.* Ability to effectively manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while consistently meeting deadlines. ***Desirable skills*** + Familiarity with CAD tools mechanical/electrical. + Familiarity with requirements management tools such as DOORs, JAMA, Windchill + Ability to work independently with minimal supervision + Capable of quickly mastering new software applications, tools, and technologies. + Skilled in PowerBI**Additional Job Details**Technical – T3Organizational Impact• Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with direct and indirect impact on departmental or job family results, using practical technical principles• Intermediate-level technical contributor; generally works independently under moderate supervision and may seek advice of more senior employees in the same area• Failure to achieve results requires allocation of additional resources to meet goals and impacts project completion with the potential for additional financial expense.• Works on smaller, less complex projects/assignmentsCommunication & Influence• Communicates with employees typically within the department and/or job family, explaining and interpreting matters related to the department; may communicate with external clients or partners depending upon the job area• May influence employees within own job area at an operational levelInnovation & Complexity• Responsible for making minor improvements to technical/business processes, procedures, or systems to contribute to the performance of the team• Problems faced may be difficult but are not complex, requiring application of technical skills/analysis drawing from prior experiences, and typically involve consideration of multiple issues and impact job family and/or multiple teamsLeadership & Talent Management• May provide guidance, help with training and review work of entry-level employees• May lead parts of less complex projects or processesKnowledge & Experience• Requires understanding of basic context and practical knowledge of technical and business environment as well as potential and upcoming technical advances within area of specialization, typically obtained through advanced education and relevant experience• Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience