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Quality Assurance Engineer

Nidec Motor Corporation
United States, Minnesota, Mankato
Jul 06, 2026
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 Summary The Quality Assurance Engineer I is an entrylevel technical role responsible for supporting quality assurance activities to ensure products, processes, and systems meet defined quality standards and regulatory requirements. This role focuses on applying foundational engineering and quality principles while learning structured quality methods, problemsolving tools, and compliance expectations. Job Description Role Overview The Quality Assurance Engineer I supports the Quality organization by assisting with quality planning, inspection support, data analysis, and documentation across manufacturing or operational environments. The role is developmental and builds a strong foundation in quality systems, standards, and engineering discipline. This position typically reports to a Quality Assurance Engineer II, Senior Quality Engineer, Quality Manager, or Engineering Manager. Key Responsibilities Quality Assurance & Engineering Support Support implementation of quality assurance activities for products or processes Assist with inspection, testing, and verification of materials or products Help ensure adherence to quality specifications, standards, and work instructions Inspection, Testing & Data Collection Support incoming, inprocess, and final inspection activities Collect and record quality data accurately Assist with basic measurement, testing, and evaluation activities Documentation & Quality Records Prepare and maintain quality documentation such as inspection records, reports, and logs Ensure quality records are complete, accurate, and properly retained Support audit readiness through disciplined documentation practices Nonconformance & Corrective Action Support Assist with documenting nonconformances and quality issues Support rootcause analysis and corrective action activities Track corrective actions and verify completion as directed Process & Product Monitoring Monitor process performance and quality metrics Assist with identifying trends or deviations from specifications Escalate quality risks or issues under guidance Compliance & Standards Awareness Follow internal quality systems, procedures, and control plans Support compliance with customer, regulatory, or industry standards (e.g., ISO, IATF, AS, FDA environments as applicable) Learn applicable quality and compliance requirements CrossFunctional Collaboration Work with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations teams Support communication of quality requirements and findings Participate in quality meetings or reviews as assigned Continuous Improvement & Learning Learn quality tools such as SPC, basic FMEA concepts, and process capability Participate in continuous improvement or problemsolving activities Develop foundational quality engineering and analytical skills Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field required Entrylevel role; typically 0-2 years of experience, including internships or coops in quality, manufacturing, or engineering roles Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Foundational understanding of engineering and quality principles Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy Basic analytical and problemsolving skills Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and procedures Proficiency with basic computer tools (spreadsheets, documents) Clear written and verbal communication skills Strong willingness to learn quality systems and standards Additional Job Details Technical - T1 Organizational Impact * Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within job area with indirect impact on departmental or job family results, using basic technical principles * Entry-level technical contributor; follows standard processes and works under supervision * Failure to achieve results typically requires allocation of additional resources and may result in additional financial expense * Work is defined by others within smaller, less complex projects/assignments and generally more limited in scope Communication & Influence * Communicates with contacts typically within the team on matters that involve obtaining or providing information requiring some explanation or interpretation in order to reach agreement Innovation & Complexity * May be responsible for contributing to recommended enhancements in technical/business systems and processes to solve problems or improve effectiveness within job area * Problems are routine, drawing from standard procedures and basic analysis, but may require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures Leadership & Talent Management * N/A - Jobs at this level are focused on self-development Knowledge & Experience * Requires understanding of basic context of technical and business environment, typically obtained through advanced education; may have limited to no experience Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec Nidec 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: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf Work Shift Schedule First Shift (United States of America) No Soliciting Nidec 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.