Program Manager, Solutions

Nidec Corporation; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Corporation in Missouri seeks a Program Manager – Drive System Solutions to plan, coordinate, and lead cross-functional programs from concept through launch. You will align product strategy with system engineering and drive on-time, high-quality execution.

Responsibilities include coordinating between product management, engineering, and operations; guiding risk management; and ensuring launches meet business objectives and customer needs across global markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of program management experience in automation or industrial systems.
• Experience with integrated systems, motion control, or drives.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional programs in global environments.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with stage-gate, Agile, or hybrid approaches.

Responsibilities

• Define program scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables aligned with product strategy and customer requirements.
• Develop and manage detailed program plans with milestones, dependencies, and resources.
• Coordinate across Product Management, Systems Engineering, Sales, Operations, and Engineering.
• Track program performance relative to growth, margin, and adoption targets.
• Coordinate product launches with engineering, operations, and support teams.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Systems engineering

Motion control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

Stage-gate process

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 Job Description The Program Manager – Drive System Solutions is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing cross-functional programs that support the development, launch, and delivery of drive system solutions. This role works closely with the Drive System Solutions Product Manager and Systems Engineering team to ensure alignment between product strategy, solution development, and execution.

Core Objective

Drive program execution excellence by aligning cross-functional teams to deliver integrated drive system solutions that meet customer needs, business objectives, and time-to-market targets.

Drive global product strategy and portfolio execution while accelerating market adoption and lifecycle value of the Drive System Solutions product line.

Responsibilities

• Program Planning & Execution Define program scope, objectives, timelines, and deliverables aligned with product strategy and customer requirements Develop and manage detailed program plans, including milestones, dependencies, and resource requirements Ensure on-time and high-quality execution of product and solution development initiatives Identify risks, manage mitigation plans, and proactively resolve issues impacting program delivery
• Cross-Functional Coordination Serve as the central coordination point between Product Management, Systems Engineering, Sales, Operations, and Engineering Ensure alignment across teams on program priorities, deliverables, and timelines Facilitate regular program reviews and communication to stakeholders Drive accountability across functions to ensure successful execution
• Support to Product Management Partner with the Drive System Solutions Product Manager to translate product strategy and roadmap into executable programs Support product development initiatives from concept through launch Ensure alignment between product requirements, program plans, and execution activities Track program performance relative to business objectives (growth, margin, adoption)
• Support to Systems Engineering Team Collaborate closely with Systems Engineering to ensure solution development activities are aligned with program timelines and deliverables Enable efficient execution of system-level design, validation, and integration activities Help prioritize engineering efforts based on business impact and customer needs Ensure technical deliverables are completed and integrated into overall program execution
• Product Launch Management Coordinate product launches, ensuring readiness across engineering, operations, sales, and support functions Ensure effective communication and alignment during product introductions and transitions

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field required
• 5+ years of experience in program management or related roles in automation or industrial systems
• Experience working with integrated systems, motion control, drives, and automation technologies preferred
• Proven ability o manage complex, cross-functional programs in global environments
• Strong leadership and coordination skills without direct authority
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities
• Strong analytical, problem solving and organization skills
• Customer-focused mindset with experience supporting application-driven product development
• Familiarity with program management tools and methodologies (e.g., stage-gate, Agile, or hybrid approaches) preferred

Additional Job Details

Additional Job Details Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff…

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.