Job Description

:

The

Staff Systems Engineer, Solar Power Plant Solutions

will be based in

Hyderabad, India

. In this position, you will report to the Director, Systems Engineering . We are seeking a highly skilled system engineer supporting the development of single axis solar trackers and other solar power plant equipment for power distribution, power conversion, inspection and maintenance. The ideal candidate is a talented engineer who demonstrates strong leadership, analytical skills, system-level mindset, commitment to innovation, attention to details, and passion for the solar industry. Watch " Culture is our Passion " to learn more about us.

We are looking for someone who demonstrates:

Passionate drive to innovate and create Integrity to the core Enthusiastic customer focus Consistent interactive teamwork Desire for continuous improvement and top performance.

Here is a glimpse of what you will do:

Regularly communicate with the Product Management team to understand the product needs 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 requirements from definition to implementation and verification. Drive all engineering disciplines and work closely with manufacturing teams through the development cycle to bring the product from concept to mass production. Create and implement test plans to bring up, debug, and validate designs to meet functional and performance goals with a focus on safety and reliability. Own and develop system level modelling tools that will guide the product design and ensure that the product performance meets all customer and product requirements. Support automation of design processes and tools to scale the business. Gather, process, and analyse large sets of field data and factory test data to guide the investigation and resolution of service anomalies and improve future products. Participate in system level design and process FMEAs to ensure design robustness, safety, and reliability.

Here is some of what you will need (required):

MS/PhD in Mechanical Engineering, System Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or equivalent. Min 10 years' experience in designing complex mechanical and/or electrical products. 5+ years' experience in System Engineering of multi-disciplinary systems. Basic knowledge of system engineering methodologies, documents and design processes. Experience with the full product lifecycle, from requirement definition to design, production, and field management. Experience operating in a multi-disciplinary and multi-functional environment Experience performing trade studies and lifecycle cost analysis. Experience writing requirement specifications, verification plans and test plans. Strong eye toward safety, constructability, and system maintenance.

Here are a few of our preferred experiences

Knowledge of Python, MATLAB, or other high-level general-purpose programming language. Experience with requirement management process and tools (Jama preferred). FMEA, root cause analysis, investigation of service anomalies. Understanding of solar industry and mechanical tracking systems. Knowledge of applicable renewable energy and electrical codes and standards.
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.

Culture is our Passion

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