Design Engineer III

About this role

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 Design Engineer III is a senior‑level engineering professional responsible for leading complex design activities for products, systems, or subsystems. This role has a direct impact on product performance, quality, cost, and manufacturability through advanced engineering judgment, deep technical expertise, and cross‑functional collaboration. The role typically reports to an Engineering Director, Engineering Manager, or Engineering Supervisor, depending on organizational structure.

Responsibilities Advanced Design & Technical Leadership • Lead design and development of complex components, subsystems, or products from concept through release

• Translate high-level or ambiguous requirements into robust engineering solutions

• Apply advanced engineering principles, standards, and industry best practices

Engineering Analysis & Validation • Perform advanced calculations, simulations, and tolerance analysis

• Lead design verification and validation activities

• Identify and mitigate technical risks through structured analysis and testing

Documentation, Reviews & Configuration Control • Own creation and approval of detailed drawings, specifications, and BOMs

• Lead design reviews and technical decision discussions

• Ensure configuration control, change management, and documentation accuracy Manufacturing, Quality & Lifecycle Support Partner with

Manufacturing, Quality & Lifecycle Support • Partner with Manufacturing and Supply Chain on design for manufacturability and cost optimization

• Support quality investigations, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions

• Provide technical support during production, field issues, or product changes

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Advisory • Collaborate with Product Management, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Project teams

• Communicate technical recommendations, risks, and trade-offs clearly to stakeholders

• Support new product introductions, scale-ups, and process improvements

Leadership Through Expertise & Mentoring • Serve as technical mentor and reviewer for Design Engineer I and II roles

• Share best practices, lessons learned, and design standards

• Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes and tools

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related discipline) required

• Advanced degree preferred

• Typically 5–7+ years of progressive experience in design or product engineering roles

• Advanced knowledge of engineering design, materials, and manufacturing processes

• Strong proficiency in CAD and engineering analysis tools

• Ability to independently solve complex, non-routine engineering problems

• Strong systems-thinking, analytical, and decision-making skills

• Effective written, verbal, and technical communication skills

• Ability to influence outcomes without formal authority

• High attention to detail and strong quality mindset

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

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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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