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Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced engineer to join our team as an Electric Motor and Driver Conceptual Design Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for conceptualizing, designing, and developing electric motors and drivers for various applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, with a focus on motor design, and a proven track record of successful conceptualization and development of electric motor and driver systems.

Job Description

• Conceptualize and design electric motors and drivers for specific applications, considering factors such as performance requirements, efficiency, size, and cost.

• Conduct research and analysis to identify emerging technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes relevant to electric motor and driver design.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical engineers, electronics engineers, and manufacturing engineers to ensure seamless integration of motor and driver systems into overall product designs.

• Develop detailed design specifications, including electrical, mechanical, and thermal requirements, for electric motor and driver systems.

• Utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software to create and evaluate motor and driver designs, including 2D and 3D modeling and simulation.

• Perform prototype testing and validation to verify the performance and reliability of motor and driver designs.

• Work closely with suppliers and vendors to select components and materials for motor and driver systems, and ensure compliance with specifications and standards.

• Provide technical support and expertise to other teams, including product development, testing, and manufacturing, throughout the product lifecycle.

• Elaborate Technical Proposals, Product Brochures, Product Descriptions with proper scaling/sizing of motor drive system for specific market niches and different air vehicle platforms.

TECHNICAL ATTRIBUTES AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL

• Experience with advanced motor design techniques such as finite element analysis (FEA), optimization algorithms, and multi-physics simulation tools. 

• Previous involvement in cross-functional teams for the development of electric vehicle propulsion systems or hybrid powertrains.

• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software for motor electromagnetic design.

• Strong understanding of electromagnetic principles, motor control theory, and power electronics.

• Experience with motor and driver testing and validation techniques, including dynamometer testing and thermal analysis.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, with strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to electric motors and drivers, such as IEEE, IEC, and UL standards.

• High skills in Matlab Simulink and Simscape.

• Willingness to work with, and travel to, domestic and international design and manufacturing locations when necessary

PREFERRED:

• Experience working with international suppliers and vendors for sourcing components and materials for motor and driver systems

• Experience in integration of electronic hardware and motor control

• Experience in testing high power (100kw+) applications.

• Experience with high voltage (600V+) motors

• Experience with 6-phase motors;

Additional Job Details

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in electric motor and driver design, preferably in the automotive, aerospace, railway or renewable energy industries.

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

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.