Applications Engineering Leader: Drive Solutions & Revenue

Nidec Motor Corporation; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Motor Corporation is seeking a Manager of Application Engineering to lead a team delivering application-level engineering support, translating customer needs into engineered solutions that drive revenue and customer success.

The role coordinates with Sales, Product Management, Manufacturing, and R&D to ensure solution feasibility, quality, and timely delivery, while maintaining high standards and safety considerations in all activities.

Qualifications

• Strong technical foundation in product applications and systems engineering.
• Proven people leadership and coaching skills.
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Application Engineers.
• Oversee development of customer-specific application solutions and technical proposals.
• Partner with Sales and Commercial teams to support presales and postsales technical engagement.
• Collaborate with Product Management and R&D to provide application feedback and requirements.
• Establish and maintain application engineering standards, tools, and best practices.

Skills

Technical leadership

Customer-facing communication

Systems engineering

Problem solving

Team coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Nidec Motor Corporation is seeking a Manager of Application Engineering to lead a team delivering application-level engineering support, translating customer needs into engineered solutions that drive revenue and customer success.

The role coordinates with Sales, Product Management, Manufacturing, and R&D to ensure solution feasibility, quality, and timely delivery, while maintaining high standards and safety considerations in all activities.