Resident Engineer - Boston, MA

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

Role Overview
The Account Manager IV will serve to be the liaison between Amazon and Nidec’s Automation, Drive Technology and Drives Business Units. The role will be based in Boston, Massachusetts and will require visiting multiple Amazon facilities. Engagement with and having a thorough understanding of all Amazon programs and Nidec products is required.

The candidate for this position must have a technical background with experience. On site customer engagement is required. Strong communication skills and the ability to multitask are important aspects to the position.

Must have skills and ability to work independently within a customer location. Disciplined to be self-guided and able prioritize activities when required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct communication from Amazon locations to Nidec. Ensure Amazon and Nidec are aligned on daily communications regarding specific programs, projects, and quality.
• Oversee delivery of Amazon engineering projects, programs, and initiatives by working directly with Amazon contacts in their locations.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Amazon personnel to ensure a clear and collaborative communication link is established with Nidec.
• Collaborate with Amazon and Nidec to gain full transparency of Amazon’s programs and strategy.
• Confirm engineering standards, design practices, and review processes are being utilized and communicated between Amazon and Nidec
• Communicate with and support Nidec Sales Account Managers on day-to-day activities at specific Amazon facilities in Boston area.
• Communicate with and support Nidec Engineering management and engineers on day-to-day activities at specific Amazon facilities in Boston area.
• Ensure engineering outputs meet performance, reliability, regulatory, and Amazon requirements. Work directly with Amazon and Nidec engineering teams to support these efforts
• Support development and optimization of Amazon products, processes, or systems across the lifecycle
• Provide direct communication between Amazon and Nidec engineering managers, engineers, and technical specialists who are engaged on Amazon programs and projects
• Collaborate with Nidec Product Management, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, EHS, and IT on all Amazon programs and projects for Boston locations
• Ensure with Amazon and Nidec engineering activities comply with safety, regulatory, and quality requirements as well as any Amazon specific requirements
• Help support and facilitate Amazon on site investigations and corrective actions for technical or quality issues on Amazon products
• Perform a regular assessment and report out on all Nidec product line and field rejects. Provide Amazon onsite review and analysis of Nidec products. Report back to Nidec entities. 
• Prepare and publish weekly activities report and distribute to Nidec teams

               

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field

• Requires 3+ years of managerial experience.
• Experience in the Warehouse Automation space is a plus
• Experience with electric motors, gearing and electronic drives desired
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of quality control processes and procedures
• Knowledge of general engineering practices and procedures
• Project Management experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently in a customer’s location
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• High integrity, accountability, and results driven
• Ability to tolerate and manage conflict situations
• Ability to build trust and reassurance in Amazon locations

Travel

• Travel is required to other Nidec locations, but primary focus will be the Boston area at Amazon locations
• 10% Travel to Nidec applicable locations

Languages

• English mandatory.
• Other languages skills are preferred but not required

Additional Job Details

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.