Job Description:

The San Francisco Chronicle has recognized NEXTracker (Nasdaq: NXT) as one of the Top Workplaces. Join our growing team!

This position is a hybrid role (4x per week onsite) that will be based at our headquarters in Fremont California.

NEXTracker seeks a creative Mechanical Design Engineer for a position on the mechanical structures team. This engineer will be responsible for designing steel frame components to support NEXTrackers goal of leading industry-wide adoption of steel frame technology.

Here is a glimpse of what youll do:

• Contribute towards product design and engineering development of NEXTrackersteel frame products
• Participate in concept development design and engineering for new and existing products with a strong focus on manufacturability scalability and cost optimization.
• Perform and manage engineering work using CAD / FEA software to solve problems in mechanical / structural design finite element analysis design optimization tolerance stack-ups prototype generation fatigue analysis and production of manufacturing drawings
• Participate in brainstorming sessions with the mechanical engineering team to identify concepts and designs for future improvements
• Problem solve time sensitive manufacturing and production issues gating product launches and ramps
• Partner with global suppliers and tooling partners to validate designs optimize production processes and resolve technical challenges.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) of issues discovered during pilot testing

Hereis some of what youll need (required):

• B.S. or M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering Structural Engineering or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
• 2 years of relevant experience
• Toolsets required: SolidWorks ePDM FEA (ANSYS preferred)
• Knowledge/experience with drawings model and tolerance standards and application.
• Understanding of DFM for castings and sheet metal stampings
• Knowledge of GD&T standards tolerance analysis
• Experience in mass production manufacturing and part validation (Stampings/Rollings/Castings/Injection Molding)
• Strong aptitude and intuition in mechanical failure analysis
• Practical knowledge of prototyping manufacturing process
• Must possess solid written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Here are a few of our preferred experiences:

• Strong understanding of roll forming
• Experience working in Solar preferably in module or racking design
• Hands-on background in prototyping pilot runs and production ramp-up.
• Confluence Arena Miro (Real Time board) Jira

Nextrackeroffers 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 onNextrackersbenefits please view our company website at 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 $135000 to $155000. (Applicable to California)

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. Its 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.

Culture is our Passion