Test Engineer

Nidec Corporation; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Aerospace in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Test Engineer to design, set up, operate and maintain test benches for validating electrical propulsion systems and high voltage components. You will work with a diverse team to ensure safe, reliable performance of motors and propulsion rigs for the aerospace market.

We value a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience, plus hands-on skills with dynamometer rigs, data acquisition, and HV safety

Qualifications

• Requires 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong background in electrical engineering principles for HV safety and reliability.
• Experience in setup/operation of dynamometer test rigs or propulsion rigs.
• Proficient in selecting and maintaining diverse test instruments for data acquisition.
• Able to execute test procedures for system integration using RS485, CAN, ARINC-429, Ethernet.
• Experience in HV environments with OSHA 29 CFR 1910, NR 10, BS EN 50110-1.

Responsibilities

• Develop and set up dynamometer test rigs per product specs.
• Operate dynamometer rigs to test various electrical motors.
• Diagnose and fix test setups, equipment, and data acquisition issues.
• Collaborate with design teams to provide motor performance feedback.
• Ensure safety regulations and quality standards for all tests.
• Maintain and calibrate test equipment for precise results.

Skills

Test equipment operation

Dynamometer rigs

HV safety

Data acquisition

Electrical theory

Education

Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Torque sensors

Speed measurement

Power analysers

Thermal sensors

RS485

CAN

ARINC-429

Ethernet

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 sky is no longer the limit as Nidec takes its technology off the ground and into the Aerospace market. As a Test Engineer with the Nidec Aerospace team, you will have the opportunity to apply and develop your expertise to design electric propulsion systems for the battery-powered aircrafts that will enable the world to sustainably and efficiently get from point A to point B. Nidec is the world’s leading electric motor manufacturer and a true pioneer in electrification across a wide array of industries since its foundation in 1973, ranging from appliance, energy infrastructure, to ground transportation. Nidec Aerospace is a newly created Joint Venture between Nidec and Embraer which intends to take a leading role in the Electrification of Aircrafts. We are well-positioned and excited to support the aerospace industry in its ambitious transition to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The ideal candidate will embody Nidec’s key pillars of Passion, Enthusiasm, and Tenacity with their passion to learn, enthusiasm to exceed market expectations, and tenacity to solve complex technical issues. From ideation to production, you will work with a diverse and experienced team of design engineers to support aerospace industry leaders and spearhead technological advances in transport decarbonization.

Job Description

As a Test Engineer within the Nidec Aerospace business unit, you will be playing a crucial role in designing, setting up, operating, and maintaining test benches used for validating the performance and reliability of electrical propulsion systems and high voltage components. Additionally, you will serve as a role model for adherence to health and safety standards, conducting daily inspections and implementing protocols to maintain a secure testing environment.

Location: Atlanta, Georgia/US

Responsibilities & Duties

• Develop and set up dynamometer test rigs for evaluating electrical motors according to product specifications and testing needs.
• Manage the operation of dynamometer test rigs to perform tests on a variety of electrical motors.
• Diagnose and fix technical problems related to test setups, equipment, and data acquisition systems.
• Work with design and development teams to provide feedback on motor performance and suggest improvements.
• Ensure all testing procedures adhere to safety regulations and meet company quality standards.
• Manage maintenance and calibration of test equipment and instruments to guarantee precise and reliable results.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• 5+ years of relevant experience
• BSc in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
• Strong background of electrical engineering principles to ensure safety and reliability in high-voltage environments.
• Experience in setup and operation of dynamometer test rigs, propulsion rigs or lab cars.
• Proficient in the selection, operation, and maintenance of diverse test instruments, including torque sensors, speed measurement devices, power analysers, and thermal sensors, to guarantee precise and reliable data acquisition and analysis.
• Proficiency in executing test procedures for system integration and validation using protocols such as RS485, CAN, ARINC-429, and Ethernet.
• Experienced working in HV systems environment with adherence to health and safety standards. (OSHA 29 CFR 1910, NR 10, BS EN 50110-1)

Additional Job Details

Technical – T3 Organizational Impact Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with direct and indirect impact on departmental or job family results, using practical technical principles Intermediate-level technical contributor; generally works independently under moderate supervision and may seek advice of more senior employees in the same area Failure to achieve results requires allocation of additional resources to meet goals and impacts project completion with the potential for additional financial expense. Works on smaller, less complex projects/assignments

Communication & Influence

Communicates with employees typically within the department and/or job family, explaining and interpreting matters related to the department; may communicate with external clients or partners depending upon the job area May influence employees within own job area at an operational level

Innovation & Complexity

Responsible for making minor improvements to technical/business processes, procedures, or systems to contribute to the performance of the team Problems faced may be difficult but are not complex, requiring application of technical skills/analysis drawing from prior experiences, and typically involve consideration of multiple issues and impact job family and/or multiple teams

Leadership & Talent Management

May provide guidance, help with training and review work of entry-level employees May lead parts of less complex projects or processes

Knowledge & Experience

Requires understanding of basic context and practical knowledge of technical and business environment as well as potential and upcoming technical advances within area of specialization, typically obtained through advanced education and relevant experience Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of prior relevant experience

Equal Employment Opportunity and Afffirmed Action

Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Afffirmed 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

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