Hardware Electronics Engineer I

Nidec Corporation; St. Louis, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Corporation in St. Louis, MO, is seeking an Hardware Electronics Engineer I to design motor control power electronics across the development lifecycle.

You will collaborate with software, mechanical, and application engineers to translate designs into production, and perform DFMEA and design verification to meet cost and schedule targets. The role requires a BS in Electrical Engineering and 0–3 years in analog/digital circuit design and power electronics, with PSPICE and PCB CAD experience

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 0–3 years in analog/digital circuit design and power electronics preferred.
• Experience with PSPICE and PCB schematic capture or layout tools desired.
• Familiarity with SMPS and PFC circuits is a plus.
• Experience developing motor-control hardware is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design motor control power electronics and guide schematic/layout activities.
• Coordinate with software, mechanical and application teams to optimize product design.
• Create design documentation, BOMs, test procedures and drawings.
• Support DC/AC motor control hardware from concept through validation and production.

Skills

Circuit design

Power electronics

PSPICE

PCB CAD

Education

Electrical Engineering BS

Tools

PSPICE

PCB CAD

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

The Hardware Electronics Engineer I develops and designs motor control power electronics through the product development lifecycle. Work within a team, from customers, suppliers and manufacturers, to translate designs into production. Provide technical guidance to support schedule and product cost to ensure overall success on projects. Utilize appropriate tools and resources to perform necessary design tasks including design conception, analysis, testing and verification.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Design motor control power electronics, write design specifications, capture design schematics, guide the layout of the PCB, and oversee prototype, engineering validation and design verification phases of projects.
• Work with software, mechanical and application engineering groups to optimize product design with low cost and high quality.
• Complete hardware design per product requirements while complying with the new product development processes.
• Coordinate prototype, engineering validation, design verification and agency testing.
• Work with PCB layout designers to ensure schematic, part library, component placement and routing accuracy.
• Responsible for component selection, benchmarking, qualification and approval of alternate components.
• Prepare and conduct DFMEA, design and safety reviews.
• Coordinate with component suppliers and contract manufacturers to introduce designs into production on schedule.
• Create and support project documentation – BOMs, test procedures, manuals and drawings.
• Work with the quality group to support design and process changes to improve product quality.
• Work with a geographically distributed design and manufacturing teams.
• Support application group regarding technical questions from customers.
• Constantly keeps up with motor controls and power electronics technology changes in the industry.
• Contribute to innovative ideas for cost reduction, product and process improvements.
• Some travel domestically and globally to support manufacturing locations when necessary.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Electrical Engineering BS degree.
• 0 to 3 years of experience in and analog/digital circuit design and power electronics strongly desired.
• Experience with PSPICE circuit simulation software, PCB schematic capture and layout tools are strongly desired.
• Familiarity with Switch Mode Power Supply (SMPS) design and Power Factor Correction (PFC) circuits is preferred.
• Past work in developing microcontroller/DSP based hardware for motor control application is preferred.
• Familiarity in design and development of electronics for HVAC or appliance industries preferred.
• Effective interpersonal, presentation, written and oral communication skills.

Additional Job Details

Electronic Motor Control, Switch Mode Power Supply, Power Electronics, Variable Frequency, Electric Motors, Design Engineer, Hardware Engineer, Hardware Development

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiliation

Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action at Nidec. 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 http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

Company Overview

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.