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Electromagnetic Design Engineer Intern/Co-Op

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Engineering
  • Saint Louis

Requirements

  • Currently enrolled in related field of study - JR, SR, Master, PHD level
  • Opportunities for Summer, Spring, and Fall
  • Contribute to innovated designs and high-performance functionality
  • Desire to work in a team environment
  • Ability to self-start and produce results
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word

Responsibilities

  • Apply theoretical and practical skills in electromagnetic motor design theory to support development for precision motor brushless DC motor drive systems.
  • Assist electromagnetic engineers with motor designs to design and/or customer specifications utilizing MotorCAD, SPEED, Ansys Maxwell, and or JMAG software.
  • Apply knowledge of power electronics and how they interact with motors to integrate power electronics with electric motor design.
  • Review documentation, including design specifications and verification test plans
  • Communicate with peers and supervisors including documentation of work, meetings, and decisions.
  • Interface with new product development project teams to support production or development projects.
  • Analyze data from designs of working prototypes interpreting data from digital data acquisition systems and signal processing equipment to make needed adjustments to improve performance or other attribute about the design.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Electromagnetic Design Engineer Intern/Co-Op position?

The primary focus of this position is to assist in motor design, motor building, and motor theory under the guidance of established electromagnetic engineers within the Motion Control engineering group.

What educational background is preferred for this internship/Co-Op role?

The ideal candidate should have studied motor development and possess a solid understanding of electric motor principles.

What specific tasks will the intern or Co-Op be responsible for?

The intern/Co-Op will be responsible for generating electromagnetic motor designs, supporting sample construction, and validating designs using lab test equipment.

Where is this internship/Co-Op position located?

This position is based in St. Louis, MO.

Will the intern work independently or collaboratively?

The intern will work under the direction of established electromagnetic engineers, suggesting a collaborative environment.

What skills or knowledge should a candidate have before applying for this position?

Candidates should have knowledge of electric motor principles and ideally some background in motor development and design.

Is prior experience in the field required for this internship/Co-Op?

Prior experience is not explicitly mentioned, but a fundamental understanding of motor development would be beneficial.

What type of testing equipment will the intern be using?

The intern will be validating designs using lab test equipment specific to electromagnetic and motor testing.

What is the typical duration of the internship/Co-Op?

The job description does not specify duration, but internships/Co-Ops typically range from a few months to a semester, depending on the program.

How can interested candidates apply for this internship/Co-Op position?

Interested candidates should check the company’s careers page or contact their HR department for application details.

For everything that spins and moves.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

With a pedigree dating back more than a century, Nidec Motor Corporation (NMC) is a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. The NMC product line features a full line of U.S. MOTORS® brand 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. In February 2017, Nidec acquired Leroy-Somer and Control Techniques, greatly expanding our offering in industrial motors, controls and generators. Nidec Corporation is a global enterprise comprised of approximately 230 subsidiaries/affiliates including Nidec Motor Corporation. Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling "everything that spins and moves"​, miniature to gigantic. Aspiring to achieve still higher growth and greater market share, each group company is enhancing its technical capabilities and competitive edge. We are a global leader in the design and manufacture of electric motors and integrated controls.