Applications Engineer I

Nidec; United States; Remote; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec is seeking an early-career Mechanical/Electrical Engineer to collaborate across customers, suppliers, manufacturing, and internal teams. You will help translate product designs into scalable production solutions, supporting timelines, cost targets, and the full product lifecycle from design to production launch.

The role covers electrical and mechanical motor design, testing, validation, and ongoing product support, with travel on a limited quarterly basis.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
• 0-2 years of engineering experience.
• Internship or co-op experience in engineering/manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Translate product designs into scalable, cost-effective production solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Support product development and transfer designs into production.
• Prepare technical proposals and quotations for customers.
• Provide technical support to internal teams and customers, remotely or on-site.

Skills

Technical skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

BSc Mechanical Engineering

BSc Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Collaborate cross-functionally with customers, suppliers, manufacturing, and internal teams to translate product designs into scalable, cost-effective production solutions. Provide technical expertise to support project timelines, cost targets, and overall product success. Utilize engineering tools and methodologies to support the full product lifecycle, including design, analysis, testing, validation, and production launch.

This role supports the development and production of electric motors, including both electrical and mechanical design, customer sampling, engineering approvals, and ongoing product support.

Key Responsibilities

Product Development & Engineering

• Develop and define product specifications based on customer and market requirements
• Design electric motors, including both electrical and mechanical components
• Perform engineering analysis, testing, and validation to ensure product performance and reliability
• Create and maintain production documentation, including bills of materials (BOMs) and technical drawings
• Conduct testing per internal and external standards and generate detailed test reports
• Analyze and interpret performance data, including graphing and summarizing results

Project & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams to support product development and resolve issues
• Coordinate meetings and communication with customers, manufacturing sites, and internal stakeholders
• Develop project schedules, resource plans, and test plans to ensure timely execution
• Support new product launches and transfer designs into production

Customer & Business Support

• Prepare technical proposals and quotations in response to customer and marketing requests
• Provide technical support to internal teams and external customers, both remotely and on-site
• Support sales and marketing with product selection and application guidance
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships

Continuous Improvement & Support

• Identify and contribute to cost reduction and product improvement initiatives
• Support software testing and troubleshooting for new releases
• Assist in the development of new product platforms
• Partner with Quality teams to address and resolve product issues
• Support manufacturing plants in troubleshooting design and process-related challenges

Lab & Technical Work

• Operate lab equipment and tools to test fractional horsepower motors
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams and technical schematics
• Safely use hand tools and power tools as needed for testing and prototyping

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
• 0-2 years of experience in engineering, preferably within the electric motor or manufacturing industry
• Internship or co-op experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment is a plus

Skills & Competencies

• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams
• Demonstrated initiative and emerging leadership capabilities
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ability to learn new systems and tools quickly
• Familiarity with safe operation of hand and power tools

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel on a limited, quarterly basis

Additional Job Details

Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer 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 candidat