Quality Engineer Co-op
Saint Louis, MI - USA
Job Summary
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Job Summary
The Quality Engineer Coop role is a temporary experiential learning position designed to provide students with handson practical work experience related to their field of study. Coop participants contribute to meaningful projects and daytoday business activities while developing professional skills technical knowledge and an understanding of realworld organizational operations.Job Description
Role Overview
The Coop position supports assigned teams projects and operational activities within the quality department. Responsibilities are tailored to the students academic background skills and learning objectives. Coops are expected to apply classroom knowledge to practical assignments follow established procedures and collaborate effectively with team members.
This role operates under close supervision and may rotate through different tasks or projects depending on departmental needs and the duration of the assignment.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with quality inspections audits and process evaluations.
- Collect analyze and report quality performance data.
- Support investigations of defects nonconformances and customer complaints.
- Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
- Assist in teardown of customer motor returns
- Maintain quality documentation records and procedures.
- Contribute to continuous improvement and Lean/Six Sigma initiatives.
- Prepare reports dashboards and presentations on quality metrics.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve product and process quality.
- Help ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements.
Learning & Skill Development
Apply academic knowledge to realworld business or technical challenges
Develop professional skills such as communication time management and teamwork
Learn organizational systems tools and processes relevant to the role
Data Documentation & Reporting
Collect organize and analyze data as assigned
Prepare basic reports presentations or documentation
Maintain accurate records and follow documentation standards
Collaboration & Communication
Work closely with supervisors mentors and team members
Participate in meetings training sessions and reviews
Communicate progress challenges and results clearly and professionally
Safety Compliance & Professional Conduct
Follow all company policies safety requirements and confidentiality standards
Adhere to ethical and professional workplace expectations
Complete required training and onboarding activities
Qualifications
Education & Eligibility
Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university
Pursuing a degree in a relevant field (e.g. Engineering Business Finance IT Supply Chain HR Marketing Manufacturing or related discipline)
Eligibility for cooperative education participation through academic institution
Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Strong interest in gaining practical work experience
Ability to learn quickly and follow instructions
Basic analytical technical or administrative skills appropriate to field of study
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Assignment Details
Assignment length and schedule vary by department and academic program
Work may be fulltime or parttime depending on program structure
Specific duties learning objectives and deliverables defined at assignment start
Additional Job Details
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: Shift Schedule
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.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Explore Nidec Power’s advanced motion and energy solutions—delivering high-performance motors, drives, and integrated systems for industrial, commercial, and energy applications worldwide.