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Principal Engineer MV Drives

Nidec
Ohio, USA
Full-time
Senior · 10+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 3 weeks ago

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Responsibilities

  • Engineering Design & Technical Leadership Lead the design, analysis, and development of complex systems, components, or processes Establish technical approaches, design concepts, and engineering trade‐offs for assigned projects Interpret and apply industry standards, codes, and regulatory requirements Review and approve technical designs, calculations, and engineering deliverables Contribute to system architecture and long‐term technical decisions within the discipline Testing, Validation & Complex Problem Resolution Define and oversee testing, validation, and verification strategies for complex engineering solutions Analyze complex data and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions are implemented Lead resolution of difficult, cross‐functional technical issues and failure investigations Ensure solutions meet performance, reliability, safety, and quality expectations Documentation & Engineering Governance Lead development, review, and approval of engineering documentation including specifications, reports, calculations, and drawings Ensure adherence to configuration management, change control, and formal review processes Maintain compliance with internal quality systems and applicable regulatory standards Cross‐Functional & Project Collaboration Partner with manufacturing, quality, operations, supply chain, and service teams to support development, implementation, and sustainment Provide technical leadership during implementation, production ramp‐up, or field deployment Communicate technical risks, trade‐offs, and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership Technical Leadership & Mentorship Mentor and provide technical guidance to Engineer I–III employees Serve as a technical resource and escalation point within the engineering team Share best practices and lessons learned to enhance team capability and consistency Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes and standards Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in designing, manufacturing and testing of medium voltage inverters.
  • Code Knowledge of Power Grid Interface
  • AutoCAD, Easy Power or ETAP experience for Modeling and Generating Reports for Power Flow, Protective Relays, Harmonic Studies, Short Circuit, Arc Flash, etc.
  • Extensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices relevant to the discipline
  • Demonstrated ability to lead complex engineering work independently
  • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and decision‐making skills
  • Proficiency with advanced engineering tools, software, and analytical methods
  • In‐depth understanding of applicable codes, standards, and regulatory constraints
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to influence technical direction and collaborate across functions
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and ethical engineering practices
  • Additional Job Details
  • The MV Drive Engineer, Nidec Conversion must have knowledge of the following:
  • Medium Voltage Power Systems and Electrical Safety Standards.
  • Power Electronics and Motor Control Principles.
  • MV Drive Design and Manufacturing.
  • MV Drive Control Software Algorithm.
  • Participate in Factory Acceptance Test (FAT), Ensuring Hardware/Software Design is Functional
  • MV Drives Applications
  • NEC and UL Rules for Medium Voltage Applications.
  • AutoCAD to prepare electrical drawings for power and control systems.
  • Preparation of Technical Documentation (datasheet, technical specification, products).
  • 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
  • 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.

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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 Job Description The Principal Engineer functions as a seasoned, highly autonomous engineer with responsibility for major project scopes, complex subsystems, or complete engineering solutions. The role independently drives technical execution, contributes to architectural or system‐level decisions, and collaborates across functions to align engineering outcomes with business objectives. Success is demonstrated through technical excellence, leadership in problem resolution, and sustained impact on product, system, or process performance. Responsibilities Engineering Design & Technical Leadership Lead the design, analysis, and development of complex systems, components, or processes Establish technical approaches, design concepts, and engineering trade‐offs for assigned projects Interpret and apply industry standards, codes, and regulatory requirements Review and approve technical designs, calculations, and engineering deliverables Contribute to system architecture and long‐term technical decisions within the discipline Testing, Validation & Complex Problem Resolution Define and oversee testing, validation, and verification strategies for complex engineering solutions Analyze complex data and ensure effective corrective and preventive actions are implemented Lead resolution of difficult, cross‐functional technical issues and failure investigations Ensure solutions meet performance, reliability, safety, and quality expectations Documentation & Engineering Governance Lead development, review, and approval of engineering documentation including specifications, reports, calculations, and drawings Ensure adherence to configuration management, change control, and formal review processes Maintain compliance with internal quality systems and applicable regulatory standards Cross‐Functional & Project Collaboration Partner with manufacturing, quality, operations, supply chain, and service teams to support development, implementation, and sustainment Provide technical leadership during implementation, production ramp‐up, or field deployment Communicate technical risks, trade‐offs, and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership Technical Leadership & Mentorship Mentor and provide technical guidance to Engineer I–III employees Serve as a technical resource and escalation point within the engineering team Share best practices and lessons learned to enhance team capability and consistency Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes and standards Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Minimum 10 years of experience in designing, manufacturing and testing of medium voltage inverters. Code Knowledge of Power Grid Interface AutoCAD, Easy Power or ETAP experience for Modeling and Generating Reports for Power Flow, Protective Relays, Harmonic Studies, Short Circuit, Arc Flash, etc. Extensive knowledge of engineering principles and practices relevant to the discipline Demonstrated ability to lead complex engineering work independently Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and decision‐making skills Proficiency with advanced engineering tools, software, and analytical methods In‐depth understanding of applicable codes, standards, and regulatory constraints Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to influence technical direction and collaborate across functions Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and ethical engineering practices Additional Job Details The MV Drive Engineer, Nidec Conversion must have knowledge of the following: Medium Voltage Power Systems and Electrical Safety Standards. Power Electronics and Motor Control Principles. MV Drive Design and Manufacturing. MV Drive Control Software Algorithm. Participate in Factory Acceptance Test (FAT), Ensuring Hardware/Software Design is Functional MV Drives Applications NEC and UL Rules for Medium Voltage Applications. AutoCAD to prepare electrical drawings for power and control systems. Preparation of Technical Documentation (datasheet, technical specification, products). 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 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.

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