Test Engineer

NIDEC Defense Group; São Paulo; Hybrid; BRL 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Aerospace is seeking a Test Engineer to design, set up, operate, and maintain test benches for validating propulsion systems and high-voltage components. You will ensure safety and compliance while supporting teams with data-driven feedback.

The role requires hands-on expertise with dynamometer rigs, expertise in HV environments, and willingness to travel domestically and internationally to support testing activities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in electrical engineering.
• BSc in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with high-voltage environments and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop and set up dynamometer test rigs for electrical motors.
• Operate dynamometer rigs and test various motors.
• Diagnose test setup issues and data acquisition problems.
• Provide feedback on motor performance to design teams.
• Ensure testing complies with safety regulations and quality standards.
• Calibrate and maintain test equipment for accuracy.
• Support customers during test campaigns in coordination with Engineering.
• Travel domestically and internationally to assist testing activities.

Skills

Electrical engineering principles

HV testing experience

Test rig operation

Data acquisition

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Education

BSc in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Dynamometer

Torque sensors

Speed measurement devices

Power analysers

Thermal sensors

RS-485

CAN

ARINC-429

Ethernet protocols

Job description

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

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.

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 com