Mechanical Engineer Co-Op (Acoustics & Vibration Lab)

Nidec Corporation; St. Louis, Northern (MO, KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling everything that spins and moves, miniature to gigantic, with over 140,000 employees worldwide. This role supports engineers by performing motor tests, preparing fixtures, and analyzing data using MATLAB or ANSYS and MS Office tools.

The position is 30 hours per week starting January 2026, requiring hands-on testing, problem solving, and clear communication.

Qualifications

• Planned B.S. degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and basic electrical circuit theory.
• Experience with MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint; MATLAB or ANSYS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers in testing electric motors including acoustic and vibration tests.
• Prepare motors, fixtures, sensors for testing and troubleshoot test issues.
• Design/modify test fixtures and perform data analysis and report writing.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering knowledge

Verbal and written communication

Critical thinking

Organization and multi-tasking

Education

Planned B.S. degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

ANSYS

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

Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor 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. 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 Duties:

Assist various engineers in testing of electric motors, including acoustic and vibration tests, electrical tests, and mechanical tests. Prepare motors, motor applications, test fixtures, and sensors for testing. Troubleshoot motor test-related issues, disassembly of parts for modifications, re-assembly of parts. Design and modification of test fixtures. Prepare and ship parts to customers or intra-company. Basic coding: data analysis, manipulation, and post-processing. Report writing, graphing of data, and interpreting results for engineer’s review. Use lab tools and measurement equipment to determine electrical and mechanical motor properties. Familiarity/experience in safely using hand and power tools (drills, band saw, etc.).

Education/Skills/Experience:

Planned B.S. degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering Strong knowledge of mechanical and basic electrical circuit theory Preferred but not required to have knowledge of acoustics, digital signal processing, Fourier Analysis, or modal analysis Professionalism and strong verbal and written communication skills Self-motivated Critical thinking and problem-solving skills Organization with attention to detail and multi-tasking skills Basic experience with MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required. MATLAB or ANSYS (preferred)

30 hours per week, January 2026 start date

Additional Job Details

Equal Employment Opportunity andAffirmative Action at Nidec Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) andAffirmative 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 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.