Senior Systems Engineer - Solar Trackers

Job Description:

• Job Description

  We are seekingaskilledSeniorSystemsEngineersupporting the development ofsingle axissolar trackers and other solar power plant equipmentforpower distribution, powerconversion,inspection and maintenance.The ideal candidate is a talented engineerwho demonstratesstrongknowledge ofsystems engineering andmechanical engineering principles,analytical skills,system-levelmindset, commitment toinnovation, attention todetails,and passion for the solar industry.This position is based in Hyderabad andwill report to theDirector of Systems Engineering.

  KeyResponsibilities

  • Communicate with the Product Management team to understand theproductneeds and translate them into engineering requirements and design solutions.

  • Perform system architecture design, including functional block diagrams and interface definitions.

  • Develop and manage system level requirementsfrom definition toimplementationand verification.

  • Drive allengineeringdisciplinesand work closely withmanufacturingteamsthrough the development cycle to bring the productfrom concept tomass production.

  • Create and implement test plans to bring up, debug, and validate designs to meet functional and performance goals with a focus on safetyandreliability.

  • Own and develop system level modeling tools that will guide the product design and ensure that the product performance meets all customer and product requirements.

  • Support automation of design processesand tools to scalethebusiness.

  • Gather, process, and analyzelarge sets offield data and factory test data to guide the investigation and resolution of serviceanomalies and improve future products.

  • Participate in system level design and process FMEAs to ensure design robustness, safety, and reliability.

  RequiredQualifications

  • BS orMSorPhDinMechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, System Engineeringor equivalent.

  • 7+years’hands onexperience designing complexelectromechanicalproducts.

  • Experiencewith the fullproductlifecycle, from requirement definition to design, production,operation.

  • Experienceoperating in a multi-disciplinary and multi-functional environment

  • Experience performing trade studies and lifecycle cost analysis.

  • Experience writing requirement specifications, verification plansand test plans.

  • Strong eye toward safety, constructability, and system maintenance.

  Preferred Qualifications

  • 2+ years’ experience inSystems Engineering.

  • Experience with CAD and FEA tools.

  • Knowledge of Python, MATLAB, or other high-level general-purpose programming language.

  • Experiencewith requirement managementprocess and tools (Jama preferred).

  • Experience with MBSE.

  • FMEA, root cause analysis, investigation of service anomalies.

  • Understanding of solarindustryand mechanical tracking systems.

At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we’re building the foundation for the world’s next generation of clean energy infrastructure.