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# Design Engineer II - Solutions Engineering

- **Company:** Nidec Motor Corporation
- **Location:** St. Louis, MO, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign, Autodesk Inventor, Configuration Management, Software Documentation, SolidWorks (CAD), Rapid Prototyping Process, Software Requirements Analysis, Creo
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17812493?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17812493%2FDesign-Engineer-Ii-Solutions-Engineering-Missouri-St-Louis

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechatronics or related discipline) required
 * 2-4 years of experience in product design, engineering, or related technical roles
 * Working knowledge of engineering design principles and methodologies
 * Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, AutoCAD)
 * Basic experience with engineering analysis or simulation tools preferred
 * Strong attention to detail and documentation standards
 * Ability to manage multiple design tasks with limited supervision
 * Effective written and verbal communication skills
 * Sound engineering judgment and problem-solving capability

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

 * Both Domestic and International Travel up to 10%

LANGUAGES

 * English required

## Description

The Design Engineer - Solutions Engineering is responsible for supporting customer-facing solution development, from early engagement and requirements definition through solution design, documentation, and deployment support.

This role works cross-functionally with Product Management, R&D Engineering and Application Engineering to ensure that standard products or minor derivatives are effectively applied to meet customer needs.

Core Objective: Enable successful customer solution development by translating application requirements into optimized technical designs and ensuring seamless execution across the product lifecycle.

Product & Component Design

 * Independently design components, assemblies, or subsystems based on defined requirements
 * Develop and maintain 3D CAD models, drawings, and tolerances
 * Apply engineering principles, standards, and design guidelines consistently

Engineering Analysis & Problem Solving

 * Perform calculations, simulations, or analysis to validate design performance
 * Evaluate materials, tolerances, and manufacturing methods
 * Support root cause analysis and implementation of design improvements

Documentation & Change Management

 * Prepare and maintain drawings, specifications, and bills of materials (BOMs)
 * Support engineering change requests (ECRs) and design reviews
 * Ensure documentation accuracy and configuration control

Testing, Validation & Manufacturing Support

 * Support prototype builds, testing, and validation activities
 * Analyze test results and incorporate findings into design updates
 * Collaborate with Manufacturing and Quality teams to ensure design feasibility and compliance

Cross Functional Collaboration

 * Work with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Project teams
 * Participate in design reviews and technical discussions
 * Communicate design intent, risks, and recommendations clearly

Continuous Improvement & Skill Development

 * Identify opportunities to improve designs, tools, or processes
 * Apply lessons learned and best practices to new designs
 * Provide informal support or guidance to Design Engineer I roles


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