Quality Engineer Technician III

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

Job summary

Nidec Drives seeks a Quality Engineer Technician III to lead motor teardown failure analysis for field and production returns, and to support corrective actions across Corporate Quality, Engineering, Operations and Sales. You will analyze data, troubleshoot issues, and guide continuous improvement initiatives while coordinating testing with the Lab Center.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing quality, an associate degree in a technical field, and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Five+ years in manufacturing quality or related environment.
• Experience in product failure analysis and quality investigations.
• Experience supporting continuous improvement and corrective action initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead motor teardown failure analysis for field and production returns.
• Document and communicate findings to Corporate and Plant Quality teams and support corrective actions.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for quality-related issues.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret quality and reliability data to support improvements.
• Coordinate testing requests with the Nidec Motor Technology Center and labs.
• Assist with customer complaint investigations and resolution activities.
• Maintain database of motor teardown analyses and generate periodic reports.

Skills

Inspection techniques

Measurement systems

Test equipment

Troubleshooting

Education

Associate degree in a technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

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 Quality Engineer Technician III is an experienced quality professional responsible for leading product failure analysis, supporting customer issue resolution, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This role serves as a key resource between Corporate Quality, Engineering, Operations, Plant Quality, and Sales, providing technical expertise, data analysis, and advanced troubleshooting support.

Job Description

• Lead motor teardown failure analysis on field and production returns to identify root causes.
• Document and communicate findings to Corporate and Plant Quality teams and support corrective actions.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance for quality-related issues.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret quality and reliability data to support improvement initiatives.
• Support reliability testing and validation activities for new and existing products.
• Coordinate testing requests with the Nidec Motor Technology Center and other laboratories.
• Assist with customer complaint investigations and resolution activities.
• Prepare and coordinate shipment of samples, returned products, and testing materials.
• Track project status, priorities, and response times to support customer and internal needs.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced technicians as needed.
• Conduct visits to customer sites and perform analysis of motor line issues.
• Maintain database of motor teardown analysis and generate periodic reports.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Advanced knowledge of inspection techniques, measurement systems, and test equipment.

Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and electrical schematics.

Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Self-motivated and capable of working independently and within cross-functional teams.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Occasional travel may be required.

Education

Associate degree in a technical field or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

Experience

5+ years of experience in a manufacturing, quality, engineering technician, or related environment.

Experience conducting product failure analysis, quality investigations, and data analysis.

Experience supporting continuous improvement and corrective action initiatives preferred.

Additional Job Details

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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.