Applications Engineer for Chassis

Nidec AMEC; Michigan; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec is seeking a results-oriented Applications Engineer to serve as the primary technical interface between our organization and strategic customers. You will act as the technical face of Nidec, driving growth through design wins and flawless project execution across global engineering and manufacturing teams.

In this role you will lead technical reviews, manage customer interactions, and collaborate with R&D, PM and QA to ensure QDC targets are achieved while maintaining rigorous

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in Application Engineering, Product Development, or Technical Project Management, preferably automotive.
• Solid expertise in Requirements Management and Change Management protocols.
• Experience in global corporate environments with market benchmarking and competitive analysis.
• Excellent presentation and negotiation skills with ability to manage stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Technical Customer Management: lead technical consultant for customer interactions and reviews.
• Strategic Growth: work with KAMs to identify tech trends and promote innovations.
• Cross-Functional Project Leadership: coordinate with R&D, PM, and QA to meet QDC targets.
• Operational Excellence: manage Requirements Engineering, Change Management and problem resolution lifecycle.
• Stakeholder Alignment: maintain Open Point Lists and Minutes of Meetings for transparency.
• Risk Mitigation: identify bottlenecks and work with senior management on decisive actions.

Skills

Presentation skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Electrical Engineering

Related technical field

Job description

Nidec is seeking a results-oriented Applications Engineer to serve as the primary technical interface between our organization and our strategic customers. In this role, you will be the "technical face" of Nidec, driving business growth through successful technical design wins and ensuring the flawless execution of awarded projects. You will bridge the gap between customer requirements and our global engineering and manufacturing capabilities.

Main Responsibilities

• Technical Customer Management: Act as the lead technical consultant, managing all customer interactions, leading technical reviews, and ensuring proactive responses to maintain high satisfaction levels.
• Strategic Growth: Collaborate closely with Key Account Managers (KAMs) to identify technology trends and promote the deployment of Nidec's latest innovations.
• Cross-Functional Project Leadership: Coordinate with R&D, Project Management, and Quality Assurance (QA) teams to guarantee that projects meet the critical Quality, Design, and Cost (QDC) targets.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee the full lifecycle of Requirements Engineering, Change Management, and Problem Resolution processes with high attention to detail.
• Stakeholder Alignment: Maintain rigorous documentation, including Open Point Lists (OPL) and Minutes of Meetings (MoM), ensuring transparency and synchronization across all departments.
• Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify project bottlenecks and work with senior management to implement decisive actions that secure Nidec's strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in Application Engineering, Product Development, or Technical Project Management, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Industry Knowledge: Proven experience working in global corporate environments and a strong understanding of market benchmarking and competitive analysis.
• Technical Proficiency: Solid expertise in Requirements Management and Change Management protocols.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional presentation and negotiation skills, with a demonstrated ability to build long-term professional relationships and navigate complex stakeholder environments.

Why Join Nidec?

At Nidec, you will be part of a global leader in motor and drive technology. We offer:

• Empowerment: High level of autonomy to make strategic technical decisions directly with the customer.
• Global Collaboration: The opportunity to work across departmental boundaries and collaborate with world-class Development Centers and Manufacturing sites.
• Innovation: A chance to bring cutting-edge technology to life in a fast-paced, evolving market.

Nidec is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.