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Design Engineer III

Nidec Motor Corporation
St. Louis, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Aug 2026

About the 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

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