Job Description:
Job Description
We are seeking a skilled engineer to support the development and integration of power conversion and power distribution solutions for solar power plants. The ideal candidate is a talented electrical engineer who demonstrates strong analytical skills, system-level mindset, commitment to innovation, attention to details, and passion for the solar industry. This position is based in Fremont, CA or San Jose, CA and will report to the Director of Systems Engineering.
Key Responsibilities
- Support new power conversion and powers distribution product introduction from a system-level prospective, including top level requirements, functional block diagrams and interface definition in order to optimize the architecture, minimize cost, and ensure design robustness, safety, and reliability
- Support design automation of electrical layouts and component selection for solar power plants
- Perform technical trade studies and cost analysis of different design solutions
- Build system-level models that can simulate and predict performance and operation of the power plant
- Gather, process, and analyze field data and factory test data to guide the investigation and resolution of service anomalies and improve future products
- Provide guidance and feedback to other design teams and other company functions through the development cycle to bring new products from concept to market
- Regularly communicate with the Product Management organization to understand market needs and translate them into engineering requirements and design solutions
- Create and implement test plans to debug and validate designs to meet functional and performance goals
- Participate in system level design and process FMEAs to ensure design robustness, safety, and reliability
Required Qualifications
- MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering or equivalent
- 6-10 years of exerience in design engineering or systems engineering
- Experience in utility-scale solar power plants or equivalent, including product design and integration, project design and construction
- Experience with renewable grid integration and smart grid deployment
- Strong eye toward safety, constructability, and system maintenance, not just what works on paper
- Experience performing trade studies and lifecycle cost analysis
- Familiarity operating in a multi-disciplinary and multi-functional environment
- Proven ability to work independently and on teams
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) in Electrical Engineering
- Knowledge of applicable renewable energy and electrical codes and standards
- Writing product requirement specifications, verification plans and test plans
- FMEA, root cause analysis, investigation of service anomalies
At Nextracker, we are leading the energy transition by providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar trackers and software solutions for solar power plants. Our talented teams across the globe are transforming PV plant performance through smart technology, data monitoring, and analysis services.
Sustainability is at the heart of what we do. Our efforts are built on five pillars: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative, and passionate problem-solvers dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solar solutions and mitigating climate change for future generations.
Join us in driving the future of renewable energy!
Nextracker offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation including company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary company bonuses, life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextracker’s benefits please view our company website at www.nextracker.com.
Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The annual salary range for this position is $170,000 to $190,000.
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At Nextracker, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services.
For us at Nextracker, sustainability is not just a word. It's a core part of our business, values and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations.
Nextracker is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.