Application Engineer III

Application Engineer III

Nidec C&I A, a division of Nidec Motor Corporation, seeks an Application Engineer III. This role encompasses delivering technical and commercial support for engineered motors and active participation in new business development endeavors, spanning from RFQ to successful negotiation outcomes. The Applications Engineer III is a senior-level technical professional responsible for leading complex customer application efforts, delivering advanced technical solutions, and driving product adoption through expert application knowledge.

This role serves as a trusted technical advisor to customers and internal stakeholders, independently managing high-impact applications and resolving complex technical challenges. The Applications Engineer III applies deep engineering expertise, influences product direction, and contributes to strategic sales and product initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead development and optimization of complex customer applications with minimal supervision
• Perform advanced application analysis, sizing, modeling, and performance validation
• Diagnose and resolve complex, non-routine technical and performance issues
• Provide expert guidance on application feasibility, limitations, and optimization strategies

• Serve as a senior technical resource during pre-sales and post-sales engagements
• Lead technical discussions, presentations, and demonstrations with customers and stakeholders
• Support strategic or high-value opportunities requiring advanced technical expertise
• Build strong, consultative relationships with customers based on technical credibility

• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to resolve application-driven issues
• Influence product development and enhancements by providing structured application feedback
• Support validation of new products, features, or design changes from an application perspective
• Contribute to road-map discussions through insight into customer needs and emerging trends

• Develop and maintain advanced application notes, white papers, and technical documentation
• Establish best practices and standards for application engineering within assigned product areas
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to Applications Engineer I and II roles
• Share knowledge across engineering, sales, and support teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field)
• 5–8+ years of experience in applications engineering, product engineering, or technical customer-facing roles
• Advanced understanding of engineering principles relevant to assigned products and applications
• Strong analytical, modeling, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to independently lead complex application efforts end-to-end
• Excellent technical communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency with engineering tools, CAD, simulation, or test equipment as applicable
• Strong customer-focused mindset with the ability to balance technical, commercial, and operational considerations
• Ability to influence cross-functionally without direct authority

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.