Sr. Embedded Engineer

Sr. Embedded EngineerWe 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 DescriptionSPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Support the design and development activities of motor control electronics through all stages of the product development life cycle.Participate in designing motor control electronics ranging from low voltage DC products to 120/240Vac line powered products and including 480Vac industrial products. Typical design tasks include writing design specifications, performing design analysis and simulations, capturing circuit schematics, participating in design reviews, guiding the PCB layout process, creating BOMs and assembly drawings, and overseeing prototype, engineering validation, design verification, and agency certification phases of projectsParticipates in the testing process through test review and analysis, test witnessing and certification of software.Implement OEM specific Hardware or software feature requirements in the existing and new productsCreate and maintain project documentation – design requirements, BOMs, test procedures, drawings, Software documentation, test reports and manualsWork with manufacturing to introduce designs into production on schedule, including creation of test specifications and collaboration on test equipmentWork with PCB designers to ensure schematic, part library, component placement and trace routing are done correctlyWork with software, mechanical, motor design, and application groups to optimize product designs for low cost and high qualityWork with the quality group to support failure analysis and recommend design and process changes to improve product qualityCUSTOMER AND TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS :Customers:Interface with potential OEM customers to clarify required specificationsTravel:Support testing and customer support at off-site locations as required.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:Education:Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experienceDesirable:Master of Science in Electronic EngineeringQualifications:Experience in power electronics products; inverters, dc-dc converters and switching power suppliesWorking knowledge in the design of conditioning and sensing circuitry for adjustable speed drivesProficient in developing embedded code in C and assemblyExperience working with peripherals and communications protocols such as USB, SPI, I2C, UART, Modbus, CAN, Ethernet, TCP/IP, A/D converters and discrete I/OExperience in configuring and developing code for a Real Time Operating SystemExperience working with voltage levels, protection, and component selections up to 480VacFamiliar with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DVMs, signal generators, power supplies and other standard EE lab equipmentPossess strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for the repair of digital circuits and analog circuits to component levelsExperience in best practices for creating robust and quality software programs.Must be self-motivated, organized, capable of working independently and as a team to solve engineering problems in a logical and efficient mannerDesirable:Experienced in SCR, TRIAC, IGBT and MOSFET technologyWorking knowledge of gate driver circuits for IGBTs, MOSFETs and fly-back power converter topologiesExperience configuring and working with development environments, JTAG and debugging tools. Example: Code Composer Studio, Code WarriorExperience with software version controlExperience using Matlab and Simulink softwareFamiliarity with troubleshooting electro-mechanical test systemsAbility to succeed in a fast-paced environment, supporting multiple people and managing multiple and diverse tasks/projectsExcellent analytical and organizational skillsExcellent communication skillsExperience:5 years of applicable experience in a product development environmentDesirable:At least 7 years of applicable experience in a product development environmentWORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsWhile performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical partsThe noise level in this environment is moderateWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee will be working in the typical conditions of a manufacturing environment occasional exposure to manufacturing fumes, airborne particles or by-productsThe employee must comply with the assigned location requirements including but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, appropriate gloves, clothing and shields for required tasks and closed toed or safety shoes as required by facility safety policiesPhysical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers to handle, feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawlThe employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted and up to 100 pounds with assistance, waist high, up to 10 feet away. The employee must be able to climb ladders and move over, under and around large drives, wires, and motors. The vision requirements include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust, focus and the ability to differentiate colorsAdditional Job DetailsEqual 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: Shift ScheduleNo SolicitingNidec 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.