Job Description:

About Nextracker

Nextracker is a global leader in intelligent solar tracker and software solutions optimizing solar power plant performance worldwide. Our cutting-edge technology and commitment to innovation drive the renewable energy transition.

This position is a hybrid role (4x per week onsite) that will be based at our office in Sorocaba-SP.

Job Summary

We are seeking a NPI Engineer - Power Conversion with expertise in Design for Excellence (DFX) and technical project management to drive the introduction of new products from concept to mass production. This role will ensure product designs are optimized for manufacturability assembly cost reliability and scalability. This role will require working cross-functionally to drive high-quality and cost-effective product launches.

The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver and strong project manager experienced in DFM/DFA methodologies supplier collaboration and manufacturing process optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead DFX initiatives ensuring designs are optimized for manufacturability assembly cost and reliability.

• Develop and execute NPI project plans tracking milestones risks and deliverables to ensure seamless product launch.

• Conduct DFM/DFA reviews working closely with design and engineering teams to enhance production scalability.

• Partner with suppliers and contract manufacturers to assess production readiness resolve technical challenges and drive process improvements.

• Establish and oversee testing and validation protocols ensuring compliance with quality and industry standards.

• Identify and resolve bottlenecks during prototype pilot and production phases ensuring smooth transitions.

• Develop and maintain process documentation assembly guidelines and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering quality operations and supply chain) to align project goals and execution.
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors or Masters Degree in Mechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering Electrical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.

• 7 years of experience in New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Proven expertise in DFX principles with a strong understanding of manufacturing processes materials and production scalability.

• Experience managing complex cross-functional technical projects balancing timelines quality and cost.

• Strong background in high-volume production environments and global supply chain collaboration.

• Hands-on experience with project management tools (Jira Confluence MS Project or equivalent).

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma and process optimization methodologies.

• Strong problem-solving stakeholder management and communication skills.

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.

Culture is our Passion