Laboratory Engineer

NIDEC Corporation is a Japanese multinational company established in 1973, renowned for its expertise in the development, manufacturing, and sales of a wide range of motor technologies. Its portfolio includes small precision motors, automotive motors, motors for home appliances, commercial and industrial applications, machinery, as well as electronic and optical components.

In 2022, Nidec Elesys Europe LLC Novi Sad was established in Serbia as part of NIDEC’s strategic initiative to strengthen its global presence and enhance regional capabilities in automotive industry.

In 2025, the company merged with NIDEC MOBILITY Group, marking a significant step toward organizational integration and operational efficiency. This merger reflects a unified vision to streamline processes, foster innovation through new synergies, and accelerate progress toward a more sustainable and connected mobility society.

As part of this transformation, NIDEC MOBILITY Group has emerged as a key player in the automotive sector, delivering cutting-edge products that are integral to modern vehicle electronics. Its technologies support vital functions such as active safety systems, electric power steering (EPS), body control modules, electronic control units (ECUs), and power-supply management, all of which are essential to the performance, safety, and efficiency of next-generation vehicles.

For our manufacturing site based in Novi Sad, Serbia we are looking for a

Laboratory Engineer

General role:

The Laboratory Engineer is responsible for the development of measurement and laboratory methods in accordance with the customer requirements and internal specifications, as well as ensuring compliance with regulations for the use of hazardous substances and chemicals in the automotive industry.

Responsibilities:

• Plans the procurement of laboratory and measurement equipment for new projects in accordance with customer specifications and project requirements;
• Develops measurement and laboratory control methods for new products;
• Creates work instructions for laboratory testing and measurement of product characteristics in accordance with incoming inspection and production control plans;
• Performs and monitors laboratory measurements defined by control plans and maintains relevant SPC record;
• Ensures compliance with applicable requirements related to hazardous substances and chemicals, including REACH and RoHS;
• Maintains accurate records of chemicals and prepares relevant documentation and reports on the use of hazardous substances in products;
• Cooperates in activities related to the safe storage and handling of hazardous substances and chemicals;
• Participates in internal and external audits related to laboratory activities and areas of responsibility;
• Prepares required records, reports and documentation in accordance with internal requirements and instructions of the direct manager / superior.
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 Qualifications:

• University degree (MSc, BSc); preferable: within study program minimum of 40 ESPB points in chemistry field;
• 3 or more years of relevant work experience in metrology / laboratory (experience in automotive industry would be considered as a strong advantage);
• Knowledge of IATF 16949 requirements would be considered as an advantage;
• Knowledge of IPC-A-610 and ESD standards is considered an advantage.
• Knowledge of REACH and RoHS requirements, as well as experience working with the IMDS portal, is considered an advantage;
• Professional training and certification as a Chemical and Biocidal Products Management Advisor would be considered as an advantage;
• Excellent verbal and written English language communication skills;
• Good knowledge of MS Office;
• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills;
• Strong problem-solving, planning and decision-making skills.

We offer:

• Inspirational working environment and a great place to work.
• Regular professional development and trainings.
• Opportunity to grow within the company.
• Competitive compensations and benefit package

If you are interested in this job position, you can send us your CV in English.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

*Napomena: Slanjem prijave, radne biografije (CV), kandidat daje pristanak da kompanija Nidec Elesys Europe d.o.o. Novi Sad, u svojstvu rukovaoca podataka, njegove lične podatke obrađuje u postupku selekcije u skladu sa Zakonom o zaštiti podataka o ličnosti Republike Srbije.