Director, Engineering

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 SummaryNidec 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 DescriptionThe Director, Engineering is a senior management role responsible for defining and executing engineering strategy to support business objectives, operational excellence, and innovation. This role oversees engineering teams and programs to ensure delivery of safe, reliable, high‑quality, and cost‑effective products, systems, or services.ResponsibilitiesDefine and execute engineering strategy aligned with business goals, product roadmaps, and operational needsEstablish engineering priorities, roadmaps, and investment plansEnsure alignment between engineering execution and enterprise standards, safety, and quality expectationsOversee delivery of engineering projects, programs, and initiativesEstablish and enforce engineering standards, design practices, and review processesEnsure engineering outputs meet performance, reliability, regulatory, and customer requirementsSupport development and optimization of products, processes, or systems across the lifecyclePartner with Product, Manufacturing, or Operations on new introductions, scale‑ups, and continuous improvementEvaluate and adopt new technologies, tools, or methodologies to enhance engineering effectivenessLead, mentor, and develop engineering managers, engineers, and technical specialistsEstablish performance expectations, capability models, and succession plansFoster a culture of technical excellence, accountability, collaboration, and innovationCollaborate with Product Management, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Quality, EHS, and ITSupport enterprise initiatives such as growth, transformation, digitalization, and M&A integrationEnsure engineering activities comply with safety, regulatory, and quality requirementsIdentify and mitigate technical, operational, and execution risksSupport investigations and corrective actions for significant technical or quality issuesEstablish KPIs to measure engineering performance, quality, delivery, and efficiencyUse data and analytics to drive decisions and continuous improvementStandardize processes and improve engineering productivity and scalabilityOwn engineering budgets, forecasts, and resource planningBalance cost, schedule, and performance priorities across programsEnsure effective utilization of engineering talent and external partnersKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesBachelor's degree in engineering or a related fieldRequires 3+ years of managerial experience.Typically 10–15+ years of progressive engineering experienceSignificant experience leading engineering teams, managers, and complex technical programsBroad knowledge of engineering principles, systems, and development methodologiesProven people‑leadership and organizational‑development capabilityStrong strategic thinking, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skillsAbility to influence executive leadership and cross‑functional stakeholdersExperience managing complex projects, trade‑offs, and technical riskExecutive‑level communication and presentation skillsHigh integrity, accountability, and results orientationTravelBoth Domestic and International Travel up to 10%Additional Job DetailsEqual Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at NidecNidec 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.SummaryLocation: North America/USA/Illinois/Hoffman Estates, ILType: Full time