Design Engineer II - Solutions Engineering

Nidec Motor Corporation; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Motor Corporation is seeking a Design Engineer – Solutions Engineering to translate customer requirements into optimized technical designs and provide deployment support throughout the product lifecycle.

The role collaborates with Product Management, R&D Engineering, and Application Engineering to ensure proper application of standard products or derivatives, enabling effective customer solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechatronics or related discipline) required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound engineering judgment and problem-solving capability.
• Ability to manage multiple design tasks with limited supervision.
• Proficiency with CAD tools: SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Design components, assemblies, or subsystems based on defined requirements.
• Develop and maintain 3D CAD models, drawings, and tolerances.
• Perform calculations, simulations, or analyses to validate design performance.
• Support root cause analysis and design improvements.
• Prepare and maintain drawings, specifications, and BOMs.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Summary

Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor and drive manufacturer handling "everything that spins and moves", miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. Nidec motors can be found in products that range from cell phones, computers and home appliances to industrial and mining equipment - and everything in between. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units.

From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe, electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec, our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics, the impact of motors will only increase.

With over 140,000 employees stationed worldwide, Nidec continues to be a unique organization, and each location maintains its individual personality.

Job Description

The Design Engineer – Solutions Engineering is responsible for supporting customer-facing solution development, from early engagement and requirements definition through solution design, documentation, and deployment support.

This role works cross-functionally with Product Management, R&D Engineering and Application Engineering to ensure that standard products or minor derivatives are effectively applied to meet customer needs.

Core Objective

Enable successful customer solution development by translating application requirements into optimized technical designs and ensuring seamless execution across the product lifecycle.

Product & Component Design

• Independently design components, assemblies, or subsystems based on defined requirements
• Develop and maintain 3D CAD models, drawings, and tolerances
• Apply engineering principles, standards, and design guidelines consistently

Engineering Analysis & Problem Solving

• Perform calculations, simulations, or analysis to validate design performance
• Evaluate materials, tolerances, and manufacturing methods
• Support root cause analysis and implementation of design improvements

Documentation & Change Management

• Prepare and maintain drawings, specifications, and bills of materials (BOMs)
• Support engineering change requests (ECRs) and design reviews
• Ensure documentation accuracy and configuration control

Testing, Validation & Manufacturing Support

• Support prototype builds, testing, and validation activities
• Analyze test results and incorporate findings into design updates
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality teams to ensure design feasibility and compliance

Cross Functional Collaboration

• Work with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Project teams
• Participate in design reviews and technical discussions
• Communicate design intent, risks, and recommendations clearly

Continuous Improvement & Skill Development

• Identify opportunities to improve designs, tools, or processes
• Apply lessons learned and best practices to new designs
• Provide informal support or guidance to Design Engineer I roles

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechatronics or related discipline) required
• 2-4 years of experience in product design, engineering, or related technical roles
• Working knowledge of engineering design principles and methodologies
• Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, AutoCAD)
• Basic experience with engineering analysis or simulation tools preferred
• Strong attention to detail and documentation standards
• Ability to manage multiple design tasks with limited supervision
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Sound engineering judgment and problem-solving capability

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Both Domestic and International Travel up to 10%

LANGUAGES

• English required

Additional Job Details

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affi Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affi 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

Work Shift Schedule

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.