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Nidec

Field Application Engineer

North America/USA/California/San Jose, CA

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Seniority
Mid level
Stated salary
$100,000 – $110,000 per year
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
21 Sept 2026

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the posting

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 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

The Applications Engineer will work closely with our customers to provide technical support and assistance with product installation, configuration, and customization. They will also collaborate with our sales and engineering teams to contribute to the development of new products and features.

Responsibilities

  • Support specific products across a defined territory and providing technical support.
  • Prepare proposals, quotations and apply appropriate pricing.
  • Provide technical support for internal and on site customers.
  • Support sales group in their efforts at strategic accounts.
  • Support sales through training, sales calls and product selection.
  • Takes sales responsibility for unassigned accounts.
  • Develops and maintains relationships with product line vendors.
  • Ensures seminars, training and product related events are executed.
  • Supports marketing efforts and sales goals as directed by product line manager.
  • Develops product knowledge and an understanding of the competitive market.
  • Keeps sales group informed on new and updated products.
  • Attends product training classes for products presented by respective manufacturer.
  • Participates in manufacturer events, such as distributor meetings, advisory councils, etc.,
  • Works with Customer Service Representatives to facilitate customer requirements.
  • Generates product sales goals in line with the company business plan.
  • Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
  • 2+ years of experience
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • $100,000-110,000

Additional Job Details

Technical – T2

  • Organizational Impact
  • Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with direct and indirect impact on departmental or job family results, using practical technical principles
  • Intermediate-level technical contributor; generally works independently under moderate supervision and may seek advice of more senior employees in the same area
  • Failure to achieve results requires allocation of additional resources to meet goals and impacts project completion with the potential for additional financial expense.
  • Works on smaller, less complex projects/assignments
  • Communication & Influence
  • Communicates with employees typically within the department and/or job family, explaining and interpreting matters related to the department; may communicate with external clients or partners depending upon the job area
  • May influence employees within own job area at an operational level
  • Innovation & Complexity
  • Responsible for making minor improvements to technical/business processes, procedures, or systems to contribute to the performance of the team
  • Problems faced may be difficult but are not complex, requiring application of technical skills/analysis drawing from prior experiences, and typically involve consideration of multiple issues and impact job family and/or multiple teams
  • Leadership & Talent Management
  • May provide guidance, help with training and review work of entry-level employees
  • May lead parts of less complex projects or processes
  • Knowledge & Experience
  • Requires understanding of basic context and practical knowledge of technical and business environment as well as potential and upcoming technical advances within area of specialization, typically obtained through advanced education and relevant experience
  • Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience 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

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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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