Electrical Engineering Co-op

Nidec Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Corporation in Fort Smith, Arkansas is seeking an Electrical Engineering Co-Op to support the design, development, and testing of electric motor products. You will gain hands-on experience with motor design, performance testing, and engineering documentation while collaborating with seasoned engineers.

The role offers exposure to cross-functional teams and continuous improvement practices, providing meaningful learning and the chance to contribute to impactful projects within an

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an Electrical Engineering degree program at an accredited college or university.
• Completed at least 60 credit hours toward an Electrical Engineering degree.
• Basic understanding of electrical circuits, power systems, electromagnetics, or electric machines.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of electrical systems, components, and electric motor products.
• Support engineering research and analysis to help ensure designs are safe, efficient, and cost-effective.
• Create, modify, and review technical drawings, specifications, Bills of Material (BOMs), and engineering documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and manufacturing personnel to troubleshoot technical issues and support problem-solving efforts.
• Assist with testing, data collection, and performance evaluation of electrical systems and components.
• Support compliance activities by reviewing applicable industry standards, customer specifications, and engineering requirements.
• Provide technical support to engineering and manufacturing teams while learning industry best practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, reliability, safety, and manufacturing efficiency.

Skills

Electrical engineering basics

Schematics interpretation

Technical communication

Education

Electrical engineering degree program (60+ credits)

Job description

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality. All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Job Summary

This Electrical Engineering Co-Op position supports the Fort Smith, Arkansas Engineering team in the design, development, and support of electric motor products. The Co-Op will gain hands‑on experience with motor design, performance testing, engineering documentation, and manufacturing support while working alongside experienced engineers. The role provides exposure to cross‑functional collaboration, continuous improvement initiatives, and industry‑standard engineering practices, offering a meaningful learning experience and the opportunity to contribute to impactful engineering projects.

Job Description Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of electrical systems, components, and electric motor products.
• Support engineering research and analysis to help ensure designs are safe, efficient, and cost‑effective.
• Create, modify, and review technical drawings, specifications, Bills of Material (BOMs), and engineering documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and manufacturing personnel to troubleshoot technical issues and support problem‑solving efforts.
• Assist with testing, data collection, and performance evaluation of electrical systems and components.
• Support compliance activities by reviewing applicable industry standards, customer specifications, and engineering requirements.
• Provide technical support to engineering and manufacturing teams while learning industry best practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on product quality, reliability, safety, and manufacturing efficiency.

Minimum Qualification

• Currently enrolled in an Electrical Engineering degree program at an accredited college or university.
• Completed at least 60 credit hours toward an Electrical Engineering degree.
• Basic understanding of electrical circuits, power systems, electromagnetics, or electric machines.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and technical specifications.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.

Preferred Qualification

• Exposure to electric motor manufacturing, electrical design projects, or hands‑on engineering experience through coursework, internships, co‑ops, or student projects is preferred.
• Possesses strong problem‑solving skills with experience in motor design and process desired.
• Demonstrate exceptional written and oral communication skills.

Skills and Experience Gained

• Gain an understanding of electric motor performance characteristics and testing methods.
• Develop analytical and engineering calculation skills through real‑world applications.
• Learn key motor design principles and how design decisions impact performance, manufacturability, and cost.
• Acquire practical engineering experience by supporting active product development and manufacturing projects.
• Gain hands‑on exposure to electric motor manufacturing processes, equipment, and production operations.
• Develop professional communication and collaboration skills by working with cross‑functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, quality, and operations.
• Learn industry‑standard engineering documentation, drawing practices, and change management processes.
• Build problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills through participation in engineering and manufacturing support activities.

Additional Job Details

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec. Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affluent 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

Work Shift Schedule

First Shift (United States of America)

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 candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.

Nidec has worked its way up to become the world's No.1 manufacturer of small precision motors. In the process, Nidec has gradually expanded its product lineup to include a variety of small to large motors, application products for machinery, and electronic and optical components. At present, its products are used in a wide range of fields and devices including information and telecommunications equipment, office equipment, home appliances, automobiles, industrial equipment, and environmental energy. "For Everything that Spins and Moves", the Group is creating next‑generation drive technologies to meet the needs of the society.