Associate Mechanical Engineer

Nidec Motor Corporation; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 61,800 - 92,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Health and Wellness coverage

401(k) plan

Generous time-off package

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Nidec Motor Corporation in Mankato, MN is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and develop mechanical and electromechanical products. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to create proposals and ensure product quality.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and knowledge of AC or DC synchronous motors. The position offers a starting salary of $61,800 to $92,700 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years’ work experience in structural and mechanical machinery product design.
• Candidate must be a US Citizen due to Department of Defense contracts.
• Organize and complete responsibilities in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Research, plan, and design mechanical and electromechanical products and systems.
• Conduct finite element structural analysis.
• Develop product design proposals based on customer specifications.

Skills

Knowledge of AC or DC synchronous/inductive motors

Product design and development experience

Proficient in PTC Creo or similar 3D modeling software

Experience with engineering tools including Excel and MathCAD

Clear and effective communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

GD/T

Microsoft Office

Oracle (ERP)

Aras (PLM)

Job description

Job Summary

Nidec is the world’s No. 1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling everything that spins and moves, from miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries and affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial, industrial, and appliance motors, as well as controls. Our product line features a full array of high‑efficiency motors for industrial applications—water treatment, mining, oil and gas, power generation—and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers, and large refrigeration units. Electric motors are an indispensable part of daily life, from heating our homes to pumping clean water and ensuring vehicle safety. As the industry moves deeper into robotics and automation, the impact of motors will grow even further.

Job Details

• Shift: 1st Shift
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Work Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm
• Work Location: On‑Site (Mankato, MN)
• Starting Salary: $61,800 - $92,700
• Pay Frequency: Bi‑Weekly

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary with additional bonus opportunities.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage effective from first day.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a best‑in‑class company match of 100% on the employee’s first 6% and an additional 3% employer contribution.
• Work‑Life Balance: Generous time‑off package, including PTO and holidays.
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities to support professional growth.

Position Objective

Research, plan, and design mechanical and electromechanical products and systems. Direct and coordinate activities involved in fabrication, operation, application, installation, and repair of mechanical or electromechanical products and systems through the following duties.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• With Direct Supervision:
  • Perform calculations using math tools including Excel, MathCad, and Xlrotor.
  • Conduct finite element structural analysis.
  • Evaluate field installations and recommend design modifications to eliminate machine or system malfunctions.
  • Research and analyze customer design requirements, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate feasibility, cost, and product maintenance.
  • Work with sales to research and analyze customer specifications to create design proposals.
  • Create detailed designs for manufacturing in a cross‑functional environment following manufacturability and quality initiatives.
  • Review drawing packages and order documentation completed by other designers and engineers.
  • Design products, applying engineering principles to meet customer specifications.
  • Design products to meet safety, industry, and agency certification requirements.
  • Evaluate project requirements for required effort and provide estimated completion times.
  • Evaluate design projects to ensure the latest design practices are being utilized.
  • Perform testing to evaluate structural, thermal, and vibration of products.
  • Create bills of materials and assist designers/technicians with the creation of bills of material.
  • Coordinate assembly and testing activities to ensure products and systems conform to engineering design and customer specifications.
  • Work closely with production during construction of initial machine release to record and improve manufacturing or procurement challenges.
  • Evaluate customer test requirements and assign existing or write new test procedures to meet requirements.
  • Present proposed designs to customers and help negotiate changes required to eliminate functional or dimensional problems.
• Without Direct Supervision:
  • Maintain and support existing products, including reliability, cost, and manufacturability improvements.
  • Assign GD/T dimensional tolerance on parts and check tolerance stack‑up.
  • Communicate product specifications to electrical and mechanical designers and provide guidance on how the specifications affect product design.
  • Other activities as directed by management.
  • Document and clearly communicate technical results within the company and to customers as appropriate.

Experience / Skills

• Knowledge of AC or DC synchronous / inductive motors and generators.
• Experience with rotating equipment and generators.
• Product design and development experience in structural and mechanical machinery.
• Candidate must be a US Citizen as Kato Engineering contracts through the US Department of Defense.
• Organize, prioritize, and complete responsibilities in a timely manner without external motivation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, organizational skill, and professional work habits.
• Achieve and maintain a high degree of trust and confidence quickly.
• Experience with engineering tools to perform calculations and analysis, including Excel and MathCAD.
• Proficient in PTC Creo or similar 3D modeling software.
• Experience in AutoCAD.
• Proficient with GD/T.
• Clear and effective communication with other departments and customers.
• Proficient with various software applications, including Oracle (ERP), Aras (PLM), Adobe Acrobat, and Microsoft Office.
• 0-3 years’ work experience minimum in structural and mechanical machinery product design.
• Must be a US Citizen for positions at the North Mankato facility.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to 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 http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf