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Sole was founded in 1963 as a Zanussi motors and components production centre in Comina area. In 1984 it was acquired by Electrolux group which founded ECC (Electrolux Components Companies). Then in 2002 it was acquired by ACC (Appliances Components Companies) and finally in 2010 it became Nidec Sole Motor Corporation, a member of Nidec Corporation. Now it has more than 40 years of experience in designing, manufacturing and marketing of electric motors and elecronic motor control units for household and industrial appliances.

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Application Engineer

On-sitefull timeMid-LevelIllinois, United States
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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 and drive 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. Nidec motors can be found in products that range from cell phones, computers and home appliances to industrial and mining equipment – and everything in between. 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 The Application Engineer II plays a key role in supporting new business opportunities and driving innovation in motion control and robotic systems. Acting as a primary technical interface with customers, this role is highly customer-facing and focuses on ensuring successful deployment, operation, and long-term performance of solutions in real-world applications. Accelerate customer time-to-market by simplifying product selection and enabling efficient system integration. The engineer works closely with customers to understand application requirements, translate them into effective product solutions, and validate performance through testing. A significant portion of the role involves supporting customers during system integration, commissioning, and operation—troubleshooting issues, optimizing performance, and ensuring reliable and efficient use of motion control solutions over time. Responsibilities Advanced Technical Support: Resolve complex technical issues related to ultra-low voltage drives and brushless AC servomotors, ensuring stable and efficient performance in customer applications Project Execution: Support and coordinate medium- to large-scale customer projects from requirements definition through deployment, ensuring high-quality technical delivery and customer satisfaction System Architecture & Design: Develop and validate drive system architectures tailored to customer applications, including integration with PLCs and ROS-based platforms Customer Engagement: Act as a key technical contact for customers, participating in regular interactions, supporting technical discussions, and assisting with system integration, commissioning, and optimization Sales & NBO Support: Collaborate closely with Sales to support New Business Opportunities (NBO), contributing to technical evaluations, solution definition, product selection, and customer demonstrations Customer Enablement & Time-to-Market Optimization: Drive faster customer development cycles by reducing product selection complexity, guiding architecture decisions, and streamlining integration and validation processes Product Development Collaboration: Work with product development to provide structured feedback on product performance, usability, and potential improvements based on application experience Documentation & Training: Develop technical documentation, application notes, and training materials; support delivery of internal and customer-facing training sessions Market Awareness: Maintain awareness of industry trends, customer applications, and competitor solutions to support effective positioning and identification of new opportunities Application Lab Contribution: Contribute to the development and maintenance of the application lab for system validation, prototyping, and demonstrations Application Validation & Testing: Validate customer-specific scenarios in the application lab, ensuring requirements are met and documenting findings with clear technical feedback Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Minimum 2-year technical degree (e.g., electrical tech, mechatronics, automation) if supported with hands-on skills and experience. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related field, experience in application engineering, motion control, robotics, or industrial automation, including customer-facing technical roles Strong understanding of motion control systems, motor drives, and automation solutions, with hands-on experience in industrial communication protocols such as CANopen, EtherCAT, PROFINET, and EtherNet/IP Experience working within industrial control and robotics environments, including PLC programming and ROS (Robot Operating System) Proven experience in system integration, commissioning, troubleshooting, and performance optimization in real-world applications Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to customers and internal stakeholders Customer-focused mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic environments and collaborate effectively with product development and sales teams Experience supporting New Business Opportunities (NBO) or working alongside sales teams in technical evaluations Familiarity with 3D design tools (e.g., SolidWorks or similar) for application concepting and system visualization is considered an advantage Experience developing technical documentation, application notes, or training materials is a plus Travel Both Domestic and International Travel up to 10% Additional Job Details Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative 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.

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Application Engineer

On-sitefull timeMid-LevelMissouri, United States
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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 and drive 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. Nidec motors can be found in products that range from cell phones, computers and home appliances to industrial and mining equipment – and everything in between. 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 The Application Engineer II plays a key role in supporting new business opportunities and driving innovation in motion control and robotic systems. Acting as a primary technical interface with customers, this role is highly customer-facing and focuses on ensuring successful deployment, operation, and long-term performance of solutions in real-world applications. Accelerate customer time-to-market by simplifying product selection and enabling efficient system integration. The engineer works closely with customers to understand application requirements, translate them into effective product solutions, and validate performance through testing. A significant portion of the role involves supporting customers during system integration, commissioning, and operation—troubleshooting issues, optimizing performance, and ensuring reliable and efficient use of motion control solutions over time. Responsibilities Advanced Technical Support: Resolve complex technical issues related to ultra-low voltage drives and brushless AC servomotors, ensuring stable and efficient performance in customer applications Project Execution: Support and coordinate medium- to large-scale customer projects from requirements definition through deployment, ensuring high-quality technical delivery and customer satisfaction System Architecture & Design: Develop and validate drive system architectures tailored to customer applications, including integration with PLCs and ROS-based platforms Customer Engagement: Act as a key technical contact for customers, participating in regular interactions, supporting technical discussions, and assisting with system integration, commissioning, and optimization Sales & NBO Support: Collaborate closely with Sales to support New Business Opportunities (NBO), contributing to technical evaluations, solution definition, product selection, and customer demonstrations Customer Enablement & Time-to-Market Optimization: Drive faster customer development cycles by reducing product selection complexity, guiding architecture decisions, and streamlining integration and validation processes Product Development Collaboration: Work with product development to provide structured feedback on product performance, usability, and potential improvements based on application experience Documentation & Training: Develop technical documentation, application notes, and training materials; support delivery of internal and customer-facing training sessions Market Awareness: Maintain awareness of industry trends, customer applications, and competitor solutions to support effective positioning and identification of new opportunities Application Lab Contribution: Contribute to the development and maintenance of the application lab for system validation, prototyping, and demonstrations Application Validation & Testing: Validate customer-specific scenarios in the application lab, ensuring requirements are met and documenting findings with clear technical feedback Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Minimum 2-year technical degree (e.g., electrical tech, mechatronics, automation) if supported with hands-on skills and experience. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or a related field, experience in application engineering, motion control, robotics, or industrial automation, including customer-facing technical roles Strong understanding of motion control systems, motor drives, and automation solutions, with hands-on experience in industrial communication protocols such as CANopen, EtherCAT, PROFINET, and EtherNet/IP Experience working within industrial control and robotics environments, including PLC programming and ROS (Robot Operating System) Proven experience in system integration, commissioning, troubleshooting, and performance optimization in real-world applications Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to clearly communicate complex technical concepts to customers and internal stakeholders Customer-focused mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic environments and collaborate effectively with product development and sales teams Experience supporting New Business Opportunities (NBO) or working alongside sales teams in technical evaluations Familiarity with 3D design tools (e.g., SolidWorks or similar) for application concepting and system visualization is considered an advantage Experience developing technical documentation, application notes, or training materials is a plus Travel Both Domestic and International Travel up to 10% Additional Job Details Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative 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.

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Firmware Engineer II

On-sitefull timeMid-LevelGreece
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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 and drive 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. Nidec motors can be found in products that range from cell phones, computers and home appliances to industrial and mining equipment – and everything in between. 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 Mid-level embedded firmware engineers responsible for owning firmware modules end-to-end, delivering robust implementations, improving architecture quality, and supporting cross-functional system integration. Responsibilities Lead development of robust modules for embedded system Design, implement, test, and release firmware features from specification to production Optimize firmware for performance, determinism, memory footprint, and reliability Drive complex debugging activities and perform deep root-cause analysis Review technical specifications, test procedures, and code contributions from team members Support hardware bring-up and new board revisions Improve firmware architecture, modularity, and maintainability Contribute to process improvements (code reviews, Git workflows, documentation standards) Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Computer Science (Master’s is a plus) 3+ years of professional embedded firmware experience Strong embedded C programming skills and deep understanding Proven experience with ARM Cortex microcontrollers, especially STM32. Exposure to NXP and Renesas MCUs is considered a plus Strong experience with MCU peripherals Proficiency with Git in a collaborative development environment Good understanding of motor-drive fundamentals Experience with oscilloscopes and logic analyzers for timing and protocol-level validation (e.g., CAN decoding, PWM timing validation, ADC noise characterization) Ability to produce clear technical documentation and specifications Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally Languages English required Additional Job Details Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative 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.

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Field Application Engineer

On-sitefull timeMid-LevelSan Jose, United States
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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. Nidec motors can be found in products that range from cell phones, computers and home appliances to industrial and mining equipment – and everything in between. 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 The Applications Engineer will work closely with our customers to provide technical support and assistance with product installation, configuration, and customization. They will also collaborate with our sales and engineering teams to contribute to the development of new products and features. Responsibilities Support specific products across a defined territory and providing technical support. Prepare proposals, quotations and apply appropriate pricing. Provide technical support for internal and on site customers. Support sales group in their efforts at strategic accounts. Support sales through training, sales calls and product selection. Takes sales responsibility for unassigned accounts. Develops and maintains relationships with product line vendors. Ensures seminars, training and product related events are executed. Supports marketing efforts and sales goals as directed by product line manager. Develops product knowledge and an understanding of the competitive market. Keeps sales group informed on new and updated products. Attends product training classes for products presented by respective manufacturer. Participates in manufacturer events, such as distributor meetings, advisory councils, etc., Works with Customer Service Representatives to facilitate customer requirements. Generates product sales goals in line with the company business plan. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field. 2+ years of experience Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. $100,000-110,000 Additional Job Details Technical – T2 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 2 years of prior relevant experience Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative 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.

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Verified6 days ago

Quality Assurance Manager

On-sitefull timeMid-LevelMinnesota, United States
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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. Whether driving locomotives, powering offshore platforms or keeping the lights on after a storm, Nidec electric power generation products impact the world on a daily basis. With over 1,000 employees in the Americas, we are moving forward with technology to solve our customers’ electrical power needs for both prime and backup generation needs as the industry’s leading manufacturer. Job Description Shift: 1st shift Days of Work: Monday - Friday Work Hours: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Work Location: On-site (Mankato, MN) Starting Salary: $100,300 to $150,500 annually Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly Position Objective: Meet overall customer and company objectives for quality metrics to ensure customer satisfaction, compliance to industry requirements and customer service excellence. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Provide direct supervision of Inspector and Calibration Inspector personnel. Manage employee work group across all shifts and skill matrix to provide effective inspection and auditing based on work volumes. Validate timecards and ensure productivity standards. Train and evaluate new and transferred employees in job related responsibilities and competencies thru internal, external and on the job training. Successfully operate the document control system to manage creation, revision, storage and distribution of Quality related documents. Control Measurement gauges thru documented calibrated system internal and external per contractual and customer requirements. Meet and improve metrics for employee safety and follow 1+5S principals for workplace organization. Create and report on operational metrics for the work group and obtain and use internal customer feedback to drive improvements Plan and operate a non-conforming material process that meets ISO 9001 requirements and drives for root cause elimination of defects thru a corrective action process while obtaining timely disposition of product. Use statistical analysis tools for identification of opportunities. Interact with Manufacturing Engineering to provide work methods and procedures for successful manufacturing operations. Communicate and engage Materials Department and Supplier Quality on issues impacting manufacturing operations. Control department expenditures for overtime and supplies, via approval of requisitions, as directed to budget. Follow and improve Quality Control Plans and PPAP’s for new products and implement lean manufacturing and error proofing strategies on the production floor. This includes support of Process FMEA completion. Supervise Quality Engineering group for corrective action responses to customers and to advance the quality system. Support product warranty administration and failure analysis of product with the Product Support Manager. Engage in New Product Development and provide deliverable objectives to NPD gate reviews to improve product reliability and lower warranty costs. Travel up to 25% is required to support divisional efforts and business needs. Experience/Skills: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field. 5-7 years’ experience in manufacturing with a minimum of 3 years in a Quality role. Previous leadership in either managerial or supervisory role. Experience in a union environment is a plus. ASQ certification preferred. Data analysis and problem-solving skills. Lean manufacturing and/or Synchronous Flow manufacturing knowledge and experience Excellent written and verbal English communication skills required. Microsoft Suite including Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint. Spanish as a second language preferred. Must be a US citizen for positions at the North Mankato facility. Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field. Must be a US citizen for positions at the North Mankato facility. Additional Job Details CHECK US OUT ON YOUTUBE: http://acim.nidec.com/generators/kato-engineering/about-us/katocareers Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative 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 First Shift (United States of America) 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.

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Verified15 days ago

Embedded Software Engineer, Electronics Engineering

On-sitefull timeSeniorMissouri, United States
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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 Serve as the technical authority for embedded motor control software, controls algorithms, and system behavior within C&I motor control and drive products. Lead the architecture, design, implementation, validation, and release of embedded motor control software, from concept through product launch, ensuring performance, real-time reliability, stability, safety, and compliance with applicable standards. Operate with a high degree of autonomy, providing technical leadership, design direction, and mentoring other engineers while partnering closely with power electronics, mechanical, manufacturing, quality, and supplier teams Job Description What it does / How to / Aiming at Results Develop and implement motor control algorithms such as Field Oriented Control (FOC), six-step / trapezoidal control, sensorless back-EMF methods, observers and estimators, and torque, speed, and position control loops (PID, adaptive control) Develop firmware on embedded platforms, including PWM generation, ADC synchronization, and real-time signal processing Develop control methods to improve efficiency and performance, including loss reduction and switching strategies Own motor control system performance from concept through validation, including requirements interpretation, design trade-offs, and issue resolution Develop and maintain MATLAB/Simulink models to simulate motor behavior, control design, and system stability Work closely with power electronics and hardware teams Interface with current and voltage sensing circuits, and validate signal scaling, offsets, and calibration Debug system-level issues across firmware and hardware, including control performance, sensing, and power stage behavior Implement communication interfaces such as Modbus, BACnet, UART, SPI, I2C, and wireless protocols (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi) Implement protection features such as overcurrent, overvoltage/undervoltage, and stall/lock detection Ensure compliance with safety requirements (e.g., Class B software per UL 60730) Write design documentation (control strategies, architecture), test plans, and validation reports Establish and lead processes for managing embedded motor control software across development, validation, and production, ensuring controlled changes, consistent configurations, and repeatable software releases Define and implement structured verification processes, including black box and white box testing, standardized validation methods, and formal peer reviews to ensure performance, stability, and quality DIMENSIONS Geographic Scope: United States - Global Impact Product Scope: Motor-mounted electronics, embedded controls and human-machine interfaces. Business Impact: Direct influence on NPD time to market, product performance, compliance, quality & cost. KPI Electronics NPD OTD >80% for FY26 Electronics VAVE cost saving results Product reliability, robustness and compliance metrics Electronics components obsolescence risk mitigation Mean time to resolution for electronics issues Manufacturing yield and scrap related to electronics NPD REQUIREMENTS Education Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field. Master’s degree preferred. Experience 10+ years of experience in embedded systems, control systems, or electronics engineering 7+ years of experience in motor control systems for industrial equipment or drives applications Proven experience developing and implementing motor control algorithms (e.g., FOC, PID control, observers, sensorless methods) on embedded platforms Strong hands-on experience in real-time embedded firmware development (C/C++) for control applications Experience designing and optimizing control loops (current, speed, position) in real-world systems Experience working with power electronics systems (inverters, motor drives) and understanding their interaction with control algorithms Practical experience with current and voltage sensing systems, including signal conditioning, scaling, and calibration in control applications Experience debugging system-level issues involving firmware, control behavior, and hardware interaction Experience with MATLAB/Simulink or similar tools for control design, modeling, and validation Experience implementing or integrating communication protocols, including wired (UART, SPI, I2C, Modbus, BACnet) and wireless (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi) Experience developing or supporting safety-critical embedded software (e.g., UL 60730 or similar standards) Participation in full product lifecycle development, including prototyping, validation, and production support Participation in product industrialization activities, including prototype builds, pilot runs, and production ramp‑up support Skills Clear written communication skills for technical documentation, design rationale, and engineering review. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and concisely across diverse audiences, including non‑technical stakeholders Confidence to challenge assumptions and decisions constructively using data, experience, and engineering judgment Strong time‑management skills to balance deep technical work with cross‑functional engagement CUSTOMERS Internal: Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, Sales/Marketing, Service External: Electronics suppliers, contract manufacturers, certification bodies. LANGUAGES Fluent English Additional Job Details Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative 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.

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Software EngineeringVia Workday
Verified18 days ago

Applications Engineering Manager

On-sitefull timeMid-LevelMichigan, United States
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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 Manager, Application Engineering is a mid-level management role that leads a team of Application Engineers who provide technical solutions, product applications support, and customer‑focused engineering expertise. This role ensures effective translation of customer requirements into engineered solutions that support sales, product adoption, and customer success. The Manager, Application Engineering balances people leadership, technical oversight, and cross‑functional collaboration to drive solution quality, responsiveness, and commercial impact. Job Description Role Overview The Manager, Application Engineering oversees the delivery of application‑level engineering support across products, systems, or solutions. The role ensures alignment between engineering capability, customer needs, and commercial strategy. Responsibilities include managing technical resources, setting application standards, resolving escalated technical issues, and partnering with Sales, Product Management, Manufacturing, and R&D. This position plays a critical role in enabling revenue growth, ensuring solution feasibility, and maintaining strong customer relationships through high‑quality technical engagement. The role typically reports to a Director of Engineering, Director of Technical Services, Vice President of Engineering, or Commercial Engineering Leader, depending on organizational structure. Key Responsibilities People Leadership & Talent Development Lead, coach, and develop a team of Application Engineers Set clear performance expectations and conduct regular feedback and performance reviews Support hiring, onboarding, training, and succession planning Foster a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and customer focus Application Engineering & Technical Oversight Oversee development of customer‑specific application solutions and technical proposals Ensure accurate interpretation of customer requirements and operating conditions Review and approve technical designs, calculations, and application recommendations Serve as escalation point for complex or high‑risk technical issues Customer & Sales Enablement Partner with Sales and Commercial teams to support pre‑sales and post‑sales technical engagement Support customer meetings, technical reviews, and solution alignment discussions Balance responsiveness with technical rigor to meet customer timelines Ensure application solutions support contractual, performance, and safety requirements Product & Cross‑Functional Collaboration Collaborate with Product Management and R&D to provide application feedback and requirements Support product launches and application‑readiness activities Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure solution feasibility Align application standards with product capabilities and lifecycle considerations Process & Standards Development Establish and maintain application engineering standards, tools, and best practices Ensure consistency, quality, and documentation discipline across application work Support automation, configuration tools, or digital solution development Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and scalability of application support Risk, Compliance & Safety Ensure application solutions comply with engineering standards, regulations, and internal policies Review and mitigate technical, operational, or safety risks Support resolution of field issues and root‑cause analysis as needed Ensure proper documentation and knowledge capture for future reference Scope & Impact Manages a team of Application Engineers across products, customers, or regions Impact is at the functional and commercial‑support level Decisions influence revenue enablement, customer satisfaction, and technical risk Errors may result in solution failure, customer dissatisfaction, or financial exposure Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field) required Advanced degree preferred depending on industry complexity Prior experience in application engineering, sales engineering, or solutions engineering required Previous people‑management experience preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong technical foundation in product applications and systems engineering Proven people‑leadership and coaching skills Ability to translate complex technical concepts into practical solutions Strong customer‑facing communication and stakeholder‑management skills Sound engineering judgment and problem‑solving capability Ability to balance technical, commercial, and operational priorities Additional Job Details Management – M2 Organizational Impact • Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with direct impact on departmental or job family results • Delivers operational results that have impact on the immediate or short-term results (e.g., less than 1 year) for the department and/or job family group • Plans and establishes goals and objectives for a team typically comprising of intermediate-level professionals and entry level professionals Communication & Influence • Communicates with parties within and occasionally outside of own department or job family, which may include external clients or partners depending upon the job area • Requires ability to influence others outside of own job area on policies, practices and procedures Innovation & Complexity • Responsible for making moderate improvements of processes, systems, or products to enhance performance of the job area • Problems are difficult and moderately complex and typically impact multiple departments or job family • Problems are typically solved through drawing from prior experience and analysis of issues Leadership & Talent Management • Manages a team typically comprising of intermediate-level professionals and entry level professionals • Leads, directs and reviews the work of team members in order to accomplish operational plans and results • Typically has hiring, firing, promotion, and reward authority within own area, in accordance with manager review and approval Knowledge & Experience • Requires practical knowledge in leading and managing the execution of processes, projects and tactics within one job area • Typically has advanced knowledge and skills within a specific technical or professional discipline with understanding of the impact of work on other areas of the organization • Typically has a bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional certification and 5 years of prior relevant experience Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative 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.

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Sr. Embedded Engineer

On-sitefull timeSeniorMinnesota, United States
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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 Sr. Embedded Engineer is responsible for contributing to the design, development and support of motor controls and associated accessories. The Sr. Embedded Engineer will participate in the testing process, create and maintain project documentation, work with manufacturing, PCB, and application groups to optimize product designs. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, organized, and collaborative, with a strong interest in global mobility, cross-border employment matters, and supporting a positive employee experience throughout the assignment life cycle. Job Description SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Support the design and development activities of motor control electronics through all stages of the product development life cycle. Participate in designing motor control electronics ranging from low voltage DC products to 120/240Vac line powered products and including 480Vac industrial products. Typical design tasks include writing design specifications, performing design analysis and simulations, capturing circuit schematics, participating in design reviews, guiding the PCB layout process, creating BOMs and assembly drawings, and overseeing prototype, engineering validation, design verification, and agency certification phases of projects Participates in the testing process through test review and analysis, test witnessing and certification of software. Implement OEM specific Hardware or software feature requirements in the existing and new products Create and maintain project documentation – design requirements, BOMs, test procedures, drawings, Software documentation, test reports and manuals Work with manufacturing to introduce designs into production on schedule, including creation of test specifications and collaboration on test equipment Work with PCB designers to ensure schematic, part library, component placement and trace routing are done correctly Work with software, mechanical, motor design, and application groups to optimize product designs for low cost and high quality Work with the quality group to support failure analysis and recommend design and process changes to improve product quality _______________________________________________________________________________ CUSTOMER AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS : Customers: Interface with potential OEM customers to clarify required specifications Travel: Support testing and customer support at off-site locations as required. ____________________________________________________________ REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience Desirable: Master of Science in Electronic Engineering Qualifications: Experience in power electronics products; inverters, dc-dc converters and switching power supplies Working knowledge in the design of conditioning and sensing circuitry for adjustable speed drives Proficient in developing embedded code in C and assembly Experience working with peripherals and communications protocols such as USB, SPI, I2C, UART, Modbus, CAN, Ethernet, TCP/IP, A/D converters and discrete I/O Experience in configuring and developing code for a Real Time Operating System Experience working with voltage levels, protection, and component selections up to 480Vac Familiar with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DVMs, signal generators, power supplies and other standard EE lab equipment Possess strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for the repair of digital circuits and analog circuits to component levels Experience in best practices for creating robust and quality software programs. Must be self-motivated, organized, capable of working independently and as a team to solve engineering problems in a logical and efficient manner Desirable: Experienced in SCR, TRIAC, IGBT and MOSFET technology Working knowledge of gate driver circuits for IGBTs, MOSFETs and fly-back power converter topologies Experience configuring and working with development environments, JTAG and debugging tools. Example: Code Composer Studio, Code Warrior Experience with software version control Experience using Matlab and Simulink software Familiarity with troubleshooting electro-mechanical test systems Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment, supporting multiple people and managing multiple and diverse tasks/projects Excellent analytical and organizational skills Excellent communication skills Experience: 5 years of applicable experience in a product development environment Desirable: At least 7 years of applicable experience in a product development environment ____________________________________________________________ WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts The noise level in this environment is moderate While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be working in the typical conditions of a manufacturing environment occasional exposure to manufacturing fumes, airborne particles or by-products The employee must comply with the assigned location requirements including but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, appropriate gloves, clothing and shields for required tasks and closed toed or safety shoes as required by facility safety policies Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers to handle, feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance, waist high, up to 10 feet away. The employee must be able to climb ladders and move over, under and around large drives, wires, and motors. The vision requirements include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust, focus and the ability to differentiate colors Additional Job Details Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative 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.

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