Systems Engineer - Drive Sys. Solutions

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.

About the role

The Systems Engineer - Drive System Solutions is responsible for supporting the design, integration, validation, and deployment of system-level drive solutions. This role works closely with Product Management, Program Management, Application/Design Engineering, and Sales to ensure that customer requirements are translated into effective and scalable system designs.

Core Objective: Develop and validate system-level solutions that optimize performance, integration, and reliability while supporting successful product adoption and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

System Architecture & Solution Design

• Develop system-level architectures integrating motors, drives, gearing, and control systems
• Translate customer application requirements into structured system designs
• Define performance requirements, system constraints, and integration considerations
• Support trade-off analysis to optimize performance, cost, and scalability

System Integration & Validation

• Support integration of components into complete drive system solutions
• Develop and execute validation plans to ensure system performance and reliability
• Perform system-level testing, troubleshooting, and performance optimization
• Ensure solutions meet defined requirements and application needs

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Product Management to align system solutions with product strategy and roadmap
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure feasibility and technical alignment
• Support Program Management in executing development timelines and deliverables
• Partner with Sales and Solutions Engineering teams to support customer opportunities

Customer & Application Support

• Support customer engagements by providing technical expertise on system solutions
• Assist in defining application requirements and validating proposed designs
• Participate in technical discussions, reviews, and solution presentations
• Help resolve technical issues during pre-sales and post-sales phases

Technical Documentation

• Develop system-level documentation including:
• Architecture diagrams
• Integration guidelines
• Performance calculations and specifications
• Validation reports and test results
• Ensure documentation is clear, accurate, and aligned with internal standards

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field required
• 3-6 years of experience in systems engineering, application engineering, or design engineering within automation or motion control
• Strong understanding of motion control systems, electric motors, drives, and integrated system architectures
• Experience with system integration, testing, and validation in industrial or automation environments
• Ability to translate application requirements into system-level designs
• Familiarity with industrial communication protocols and control systems (preferred)
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Customer-focused mindset and ability to support technical engagements
• Experience working in multidisciplinary, dynamic environments
• Preferred Qualifications include:
• Experience with warehouse management system (WMS) integration or fleet management software.
• Familiarity with industrial safety standards for AGVs/AMRs (e.g., ANSI/RIA R15.08, ISO 3691-4).
• Hands-on experience with Linux environments and Python or C++ for diagnostics and scripting

Travel Requirements

• Both Domestic and International Travel up to 15%

Languages

• English required