Acoustics & Vibration Lab: Mechanical Engineer Co-Op

Nidec Corporation; St. Louis, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling everything that spins and moves, miniature to gigantic, with over 140,000 employees worldwide. This role supports engineers by performing motor tests, preparing fixtures, and analyzing data using MATLAB or ANSYS and MS Office tools.

The position is 30 hours per week starting January 2026, requiring hands-on testing, problem solving, and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Planned B.S. degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and basic electrical circuit theory.
• Experience with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint; MATLAB or ANSYS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in testing electric motors including acoustic and vibration tests.
• Prepare motors, fixtures, sensors for testing and troubleshoot test issues.
• Design/modify test fixtures and perform data analysis and report writing.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering knowledge

Verbal and written communication

Critical thinking

Organization and multi-tasking

Education

Planned B.S. degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

ANSYS

Job description

Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling everything that spins and moves, miniature to gigantic, with over 140,000 employees worldwide. This role supports engineers by performing motor tests, preparing fixtures, and analyzing data using MATLAB or ANSYS and MS Office tools.

The position is 30 hours per week starting January 2026, requiring hands-on testing, problem solving, and clear communication.