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Industrial Engineer

Nidec · Minnesota

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Level
Engineer
Team
Industrial
Base pay
$73k–$109k
Degree
Required
Experience asked
4+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
Yesterday

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level industrial role at Nidec (industrial) in Minnesota. As we move deeper into the age of robotics, the impact of motors will only increase.

They ask for
4+ years · degree required
Tools it names
Lean, Kaizen, Value stream mapping, Robotics
Base pay
$73k–$109k
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

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How this role compares

Against 312 other live industrial postings in the US.

Base pay
About 13% below similar roles

Typical $85k–$125k, from 88 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Less than usual (4+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Lean 63%
  • Time studies 48%
  • Six Sigma 36%
  • ✓ New product launch 28%
  • AutoCAD 28%
  • Plant layout 27%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Robotics, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 4+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverage

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How to get in at this plant

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  1. 1

    Pick 2–3 people on the Industrial team at Nidec

    Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.

  2. 2

    Send a short, curious note

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  3. 3

    Turn a reply into a short call

    Questions worth asking about this team:

    • What does a normal week look like on your team?
    • Is it more layout and capacity work, or time studies and standard work?
    • How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
    • How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
  4. 4

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  5. 5

    Bring proof to the interview

    One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.

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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. 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.

Whether driving locomotives, powering offshore platforms or keeping the lights on after a storm, Nidec electric power generation products impact the world on a daily basis. With over 1,000 employees in the Americas, we are moving forward with technology to solve our customers' electrical power needs for both prime and backup generation needs as the industry's leading manufacturer.

Job Description

Shift: 1st Shift

Days of Work: Monday - Friday

Work Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm

Work Location: On-Site (Mankato, MN)

Starting Salary: $72,600 - $108,900

Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly

At Nidec, we prioritize our team's well-being and success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you both personally and professionally. These are the great benefits we offer, with additional perks and programs available to enhance your overall experience with us.

  • ◆Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary with additional bonus opportunities.
  • ◆Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective from your first day.
  • ◆Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a best in-class company match of 100% on the employee's first 6% with an additional 3% employer contribution to support your financial future.
  • ◆Work-Life Balance: Generous time off package, including PTO and holidays.
  • ◆Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities to support your professional growth.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

  • ◆Apply statistical methods, lean manufacturing principles, and process analysis to deliver improved efficiency, throughput, cost reduction, and quality improvement projects.
  • ◆Perform time and motion studies to analyze processes and work with multiple stake holders to document current and future state process standards.
  • ◆Prepare and maintain detailed layouts of processes and related equipment.
  • ◆Assist and facilitate lean events (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, etc) throughout the plant.
  • ◆Coordinate the manufacturing launch of new/revised products including establishing goals, training teams and evaluating results.
  • ◆Work with production management, design and manufacturing engineering and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
  • ◆Participate in plant wide safety initiatives
  • ◆Perform other related duties as assigned

Experience/Skills

  • ✓2 – 4 years’ experience working in a manufacturing environment
  • ✓Familiar with Lean Manufacturing concepts, tools and techniques
  • ✓Systematic thinking and structured problem-solving capability
  • ✓Comfortable in an environment of change, quickly reprioritize and adapt as needed
  • ✓Able to achieve results through influence and team work rather than direct reporting
  • ✓Demonstrated teamwork spirit and willingness to help people succeed
  • ✓Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Education

  • ✓BS engineering degree or BS degree and applicable experience
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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.

Position Objective

Develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. Recommend and implement improvements to production processes, methods, and controls. Work with various engineering and production teams to implement and sustain change. Be a lean champion and help coach, mentor, and train others on lean tools and methodologies.

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