Applications Engineer II- Solutions
Nidec Motor CorporationAbout 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 Application Engineer – Solutions Engineering is responsible for supporting customer-facing solution development, from early engagement and requirements definition through solution design, documentation, and deployment support.
This role works cross-functionally with Sales, Product Management, and Engineering to ensure that standard products or minor derivatives are effectively applied to meet customer needs.
Core Objective: Enable successful customer solution development by translating application requirements into optimized technical designs and ensuring seamless execution across the product lifecycle.
Responsibilities
Early Customer Engagement & Requirements Definition
Collaborate with Sales and customers to understand application requirements, constraints, and success criteria
Define and document technical requirements, including performance, environmental, and integration needs
Support feasibility analysis and ensure alignment with standard product capabilities
Solution Selection, Design & Technical Recommendation
Develop system-level solutions using standard or minimally modified product platforms
Select appropriate motors, drives, gearing, and control components based on application requirements
Perform basic system design, calculations, and validation of proposed solutions
Provide clear technical recommendations aligned with performance, cost, and scalability objectives
Technical Documentation Development
Generate complete technical documentation packages, including:
System architecture diagrams, Product selection documentation, Performance calculations and assumptions, application notes and integration guidelines
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