Application Engineer

Nidec•Rancho Cordova, CA

About The Position

Motion Control Engineering (MCE) has enjoyed a history of innovation, rapid growth, and success. One of the early pioneers in the development of non-proprietary elevator controls, MCE is now the largest and most successful independent elevator control manufacturer in the world. In 2012, MCE became part of Nidec Corporation which is the World’s leading manufacturer of motors ranging from small precision to Ultra-size Motors. MCE’s elevator control products move people daily in tens of thousands of buildings around the world. Some of the most notable and recognizable buildings include the Statue of Liberty, The Washington Monument, The US Capitol Building, The US Supreme Court Building. MCE’s elevator control products also exist in thousands of buildings in universities, hospitals, shopping malls, housing projects, office buildings, etc. MCE is also the leading company in Nidec’s Global Elevator Solutions Group which serves the markets outside North America. The key to our success is our people, technology, and quality. MCE’s people have a variety of educational achievement levels and work experiences and represent a broad cultural diversity. The opportunities you will find at MCE are limited only by your desire to grow and succeed.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical or electronic engineering.
Experience in electric drafting of wiring diagrams
Proficient in reading technical specifications
Proficient in power electronics and programmable logic
Able to effectively communicate formally to customers
Ability to use experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
Ability to multitask
Reflect a certain degree of creativity and latitude for problem-solving and decision making

Responsibilities

Evaluate, design, modify, and draft electronic circuitry of devices for elevator control systems
Coordinate with software engineers to provide a complete modification package considering hardware/software compatibility mismatch
Provide continuous engineering support for the technical support staff
Evaluate product data and provide replacement options
Understand and apply electrical and safety codes
Estimate project price and lead time
Communicate with all production-based inter-company departments to ensure modification packages are designed to minimize field installation labor
A modification package can consist of the following: Copies of revised job prints with highlighting denoting changes to guide customers through installation. May require additional written instructions for more complex revisions
Create a complete bill of materials (BOM) and provide instructions to route modification package to all appropriate production departments.
Provide documentation for board layout changes, input/output distribution and cable connections