Design Engineer II

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Job Summary

As a Mechanical Design Engineer II at Nidec Automation, you'll have the opportunity to design advanced mechanical solutions for Automation programs. From concept to production, you'll collaborate with a team of motor design engineers to create products that meet strength, cost, and reliability requirements. We are looking for someone with the drive to learn, enthusiasm to exceed customer expectations, and persistence to solve complex technical challenges.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Develop advanced mechanical designs for Automation programs, ensuring they meet strength, cost, and reliability requirements.
• Utilize Creo to create 3D models and 2D drawings for production motor requirements.
• Specify required tolerances and critical-to-quality features for components and assemblies.
• Communicate proposed designs to cross-functional teams within and outside of Nidec.
• Collaborate with external suppliers to optimize designs for tooled components.
• Participate in First Piece Article inspection/APQP/PPAP processes for newly specified components.
• Participate in prototype builds and teardown analysis of new motors.
• Participate in technical design reviews for newly developed solutions with cross-functional teams.
• Drive new product development goals through self-initiative and collaboration.

Knowledge, Skills, and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in design engineering, with a focus on product development and electric motors.
• Proficiency in Creo 3D CAD software solid modeling for new product designs.
• Familiarity with tolerance analysis and exposure to structural FEA software (Ansys experience preferred).
• Experience designing die castings and/or injection molded plastics.
• Experience specifying ball bearings and/or gearing/gearboxes is a plus.
• Strong design for manufacturability skills.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data, troubleshoot issues, and make informed decisions.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and build positive relationships.
• Creative problem-solving abilities, with a passion for innovation and continuous learning.

Additional Job Details

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
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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.