Application Engineer I

NIDEC Defense Group; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

NIDEC Defense Group in the United States (Missouri) is seeking an entry-level Applications Engineer I to support product applications and assist customers and sales teams. The role emphasizes learning, technical execution, and collaboration across functions, with success measured by quality of technical support and growth in engineering competency.

Under close supervision, you will bridge engineering, sales, and customers, gaining hands-on experience in applications, testing, documentation, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field) required.
• 0–1 year of engineering, applications, or technical support experience (internships and co-ops included).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and application support for products and solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering to understand product design and performance.
• Assist with preparation of technical proposals and documentation.
• Maintain records of customer requirements and support activities.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

CAD familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD

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 Applications Engineer I is an entry-level technical role responsible for supporting product applications, assisting customers and sales teams, and contributing to application development efforts. The role emphasizes learning, technical execution, and collaboration across functions. Success is measured by quality of technical support, responsiveness, accuracy of application guidance, and growth in engineering competency.

Job Description

Role OverviewThe Applications Engineer I provides technical and application support for products and solutions, serving as a bridge between engineering, sales, and customers. This entry-level role focuses on learning product capabilities, supporting customer applications, assisting with technical evaluations, and contributing to application development and documentation. The Applications Engineer I works under close supervision while building foundational technical, analytical, and customer-facing skills. This position is ideal for early-career engineers seeking hands-on experience in product applications, customer support, and solution development.

Key Responsibilities

Application & Technical Support

Support customers and internal teams with product application questions and basic technical guidance. Assist with product selection, configuration, and application recommendations. Help troubleshoot application and performance issues under guidance from senior engineers.

Engineering & Product Collaboration

Collaborate with engineering teams to understand product design, specifications, and performance characteristics. Support testing, evaluation, and validation of products in customer or lab environments. Assist with product improvements by documenting application feedback and performance data.

Sales & Customer Support

Provide technical support to sales teams during the pre-sales and post-sales process. Assist with preparation of technical proposals, presentations, and application documentation. Participate in customer meetings, demonstrations, or site visits as needed.

Documentation & Process Support

Assist in preparing application notes, technical documentation, and training materials. Maintain accurate records of customer requirements, applications, and support activities. Follow established engineering processes, quality standards, and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

Education & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field)0–1 year of engineering, applications, or technical support experience (internships and co-ops included)Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesFundamental understanding of engineering principles relevant to the product domainStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to learn technical products and applications quicklyEffective written and verbal communication skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with CAD or engineering tools preferredAbility to work independently with guidance and collaboratively in a team environmentCustomer-focused mindset with attention to detail

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field) 0–1 year of engineering, applications, or technical support experience (internships and co-ops included)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Fundamental understanding of engineering principles relevant to the product domain. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to learn technical products and applications quickly. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with CAD or engineering tools preferred. Ability to work independently with guidance and collaboratively in a team environment. Customer-focused mindset with attention to detail.

Additional Job Details

Technical – T1

Organizational Impact Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within job area with indirect impact on departmental or job family results, using basic technical principles

Entry-level technical contributor; follows standard processes and works under supervision

Failure to achieve results typically requires allocation of additional resources and may result in additional financial expense

Work is defined by others within smaller, less complex projects/assignments and generally more limited in scope

Communication & Influence Communicates with contacts typically within the team on matters that involve obtaining or providing information requiring some explanation or interpretation in order to reach agreement

Innovation & Complexity May be responsible for contributing to recommended enhancements in technical/business systems and processes to solve problems or improve effectiveness within job area

Leadership & Talent Management N/A – Jobs at this level are focused on self-development

Knowledge & Experience Requires understanding of basic context of technical and business environment, typically obtained through advanced education; may have limited to no experience

Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff ...

Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Aff ... 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.