Engineering Co-op

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

Knowledge, Skills
* Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or Business
* Experience: No prior experience required; previous internship/co-op experience in a manufacturing or project management setting is a plus
* Knowledge: Familiarity with manufacturing operations, project workflows, and basic engineering documentation preferred
* Skills: Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, Microsoft Excel/PowerPoint proficiency, effective communication

4. RESPONSIBILITIES
* Assist in tracking project schedules and milestone progress for custom motor orders
* Support the preparation of project review presentations and reporting dashboards
* Update and maintain project documentation and records in ERP or project tracking tools
* Coordinate data collection across engineering, planning, and manufacturing functions
* Attend project status meetings and document action items and follow-ups
* Help monitor ETO order performance (on-time delivery, cost status, etc.)
* Support cross-functional communication for issue resolution and project updates
* Assist with special projects, process improvements, and team coordination efforts as needed

5. METRICS / KPIs
* Completion of assigned support tasks
* Quality of reporting and documentation
* Team feedback on support effectiveness

6. DIMENSIONS
* Systems: Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint), ERP (SAP/Oracle), project tools (Smartsheet, MS Project)
* Geographic Scope: Coordination with teams in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada
* Reports To: Director, ETO

7. IMPACT AND INFLUENCE
This role supports critical project visibility and execution efforts, contributing to customer satisfaction and internal coordination. Strong performance in this role will improve project tracking, communication, and team efficiency.

8. KEY RELATIONS & CUSTOMERS
Internal: Engineering, Operations, Sales, Planning, Supply Chain, ETO Project Managers
External: None (may observe customer calls as part of learning experience)

9. OTHER INFORMATION
This is a temporary co-op role intended for students pursuing an undergraduate degree. Duration, location, and schedule will be aligned with academic calendar and business needs. Occasional travel or plant visits may be 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

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.