Senior Product Engineer (Fluid Systems)

Nidec AMEC; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec AMEC in Troy, MI seeks a Sr. Product Engineer to lead design, application engineering, and implementation of FSTM products for North America. You will bridge customer RFIs/RFQs with German HQ design and Juarez manufacturing, focusing on mechanical and electrical pump applications.

Ideal candidates have a BS in Mechanical or Electrical Eng, 5+ years in automotive R&D, strong CAD and tolerance skills, and proven cross‑functional collaboration with global teams.

Qualifications

• BSME or BSEE required.
• 5+ years R&D / application engineering in the automotive industry.
• Proficient in CAD, drawings, and tolerance calculations.
• Fluent English, cross-cultural collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead R&D technical interface for North American customers with regional Sales & BD Manager.
• Serve as regional SME for mechanical and electrical pumps; conduct design reviews and sizing.
• Perform CAD modeling, assembly creation, drawings, and tolerance calculations.
• Collaborate with German HQ R&D for platform alignment and with Juarez production for DFM/localization.
• Oversee prototype builds, validation testing, and root-cause analysis for issues.
• Evaluate regional suppliers and identify design-to-cost opportunities.
• Create and manage engineering release data and technical specifications per ISO/IATF.

Skills

CAD

Tolerance calculations

Design reviews

Mechanical design

Electrical pumps

Education

BSME

BSEE

Job description

About Nidec Nidec is the world's most comprehensive motor manufacturer, handling "everything that spins and moves." As a global leader in electric motors and advanced automotive components, we are driving the future of mobility through cutting-edge technology and engineering. Our Fluid Systems and Thermal Management (FSTM) division is at the forefront of this innovation, delivering high-performance solutions for the automotive industry worldwide.

We are seeking a Sr. Product Engineer to lead the design, application engineering, and technical implementation of Fluid Systems and Thermal Management (FSTM) products to drive business growth in the North American market. Acting as the primary regional R&D interface, this position bridges local customer requirements (RFIs/RFQs) with German HQ design expertise and Juarez manufacturing capabilities. The immediate focus will be on mechanical and electrical pump applications, with long-term expansion into integrated thermal management solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Customer Interface: Act as the lead R&D technical interface for North American customers alongside the regional Sales & BD Manager. Evaluate customer needs, lead technical discussions for RFIs/RFQs, and translate local market requirements into viable product proposals.
• Product Expertise: Serve as the regional subject matter expert for mechanical pumps and electrical pumps, performing independent design reviews, sizing, and concept validation.
• Design & Engineering: Independently execute CAD modeling, assembly creation, drawing approvals, and basic tolerance/simulation calculations.
• Global Collaboration: Collaborate closely with the German HQ R&D team for platform alignment and D-FMEA approvals. Interface with the Juarez, Mexico production team to ensure Design-for-Manufacturability (DFM) and smooth localization of production lines.
• Validation & Quality: Oversee local prototype builds, sample portfolios, and product validation testing requirements. Assist with root-cause analysis for pre-production or series production issues.
• Supplier Optimization: Assist in evaluating regional suppliers and identifying design-to-cost opportunities for localized production.
• Process Compliance: Create and manage engineering release data and technical specifications in alignment with global division processes and ISO/IATF quality standards.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or Electrical Engineering (BSEE) required.
• Experience: At least 5 years of combined experience in R&D and/or application engineering in the automotive industry.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in CAD, component design, assembly creation, drawing creation/approval, and tolerance calculations.
• Industry Knowledge: Experience with fluid systems (mechanical/electrical pumps). Understanding of thermal management systems, electric motors, and electronics is highly preferred.
• Testing & Validation: Experience with automotive product testing and validation processes.
• Soft Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with demonstrated success collaborating across multicultural, cross-regional teams.
• Languages: Business fluency in English is required.
• Travel: Occasional domestic and international travel will be needed to support customers or visit other Nidec entities.

Equal Opportunity Employer Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.