Nextpower
From Nextpower's careers page
Status: listed on the employer's own careers page when we last checked (daily). Confirm on their site before applying.
In this position, you will report to the Director, Systems Engineering.
The Senior 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.
Passionate drive to innovate and create
Integrity to the core
Enthusiastic customer focus
Consistent interactive teamwork
Desire for continuous improvement and top performance.
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 analyze 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.
Perform System level simulations/ FEA/ Power System Studies.
MS/PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, System Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
BS and 8-12 years
MS and 6-8 years
PhD and 3-5 years - Experience in designing complex Mechanical products/Systems/Structural/Electrical designs. Should have good knowledge in his/her own domain. Expertise in FEA/ Power System Studies will be an added advantage.
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, system maintenance.
Here are a few of our preferred experiences
Knowledge of Python, MATLAB, Ansys FEA /ETAP or equivalent.
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 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.
We are Nextpower
Scores your resume against this job the way resume scanners do: the job's hard and soft skills, searchability, recruiter tips and formatting.
Create a free account to see your score. Your resume stays in this browser until then, and we never store it.
Already a member? Sign in