Panel of Unidrive M VSDs from Nidec Drives
Why work at Nidec Drives?

At Nidec Drives, part of the global Nidec Group, our global teams are at the forefront of engineering excellence, driving innovation in motion control and electric drive systems. Whether you're in engineering, operations, marketing, or customer service, you'll be part of a company that powers a smarter, more sustainable future.

We’re proud to be a global leader in variable speed drive manufacturing, from where it all started in 1973 at our headquarters in Mid Wales and beyond. Our five global locations maintain their own spirit, a place where ideas are welcomed, careers are cultivated, and innovation never slows down.

Find out more about who we are and what we do

Our values

At Nidec Drives, our corporate philosophy is built on three essential attitudes, which we call our 'Moral Compass' 

  • Be courageous - Our roots are entrepreneurial. We are, and will always be a challenger. 
  • Commit & deliver - We are proud of our long-standing relationships. To nurture them, we do what we say we will do, and do it well and act with a sense of urgency until the job is done. 
  • Do it with integrity - We show respect to our customers, partners and one another, acting responsibly, diligently and with care. 

Your development

We believe that investing in our people is investing in our future. That’s why we offer a range of career development programs tailored to every stage of your journey:

Early career

  • Hands-on learning
  • Peer mentorship
  • Project-based training
  • Apprenticeships

Mid-level growth

  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Technical and soft skills workshops
  • Funded further education
  • Soft skills training 

Leadership development

  • Leader2Leader Program: A six-month immersive experience for senior managers to enhance strategic thinking and leadership behaviours
  • Nidec Business School in Kyoto, Japan: Advanced training for future global leaders