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Nextracker Inc. · 17 hours ago

Product Applications Engineer

Fremont, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $110K/yr

5+ years exp

Nextracker Inc. is driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform. The Product Applications Engineer plays a critical role in validating the performance and manufacturability of Nextpower’s components, ensuring they meet stringent engineering and quality requirements while working closely with various teams to deliver customer-ready solutions.

Renewables & Environment

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conduct Form-Fit-Function testing on new concepts, prototypes, and pre-production assemblies to confirm alignment with design intent

Build representative test setups in the R&D yard to simulate installation and operational conditions

Evaluate whether product notes, installation manuals, and engineering requirements are sufficient and accurate

Identify design gaps or failure modes and partner with R&D engineering to resolve issues prior to GTM launch

Perform safety evaluations on new designs, verifying compliance with internal and industry standards

Document all test results through structured data collection, analysis, and professional test reports

Validate updated designs of existing products to ensure manufacturability, mechanical performance, and compatibility with system interfaces

Review updated drawings, specifications, and product notes for completeness and ability to achieve design goals

Test individual parts and full assemblies to confirm they meet functional requirements and installation procedures

Provide recommendations for improving installation instructions, product notes, or design features based on test outcomes

Replicate customer-reported issues in the R&D yard and develop data-driven, field-ready solutions

Conduct Form-Fit-Function testing on first-article parts from new vendors to verify compliance with Nextpower specifications

Verify adherence to drawings, product notes, and specifications for dimensional accuracy and compatibility with adjacent components

Travel to vendor facilities for onsite inspections, test reviews, and pre-production validations as needed

Provide structured test feedback to Supply Chain, Vendor Quality, and Engineering to support vendor qualification decisions

Support R&D tracker installation sites by assisting with test setup, construction activities, and data gathering

Lead or assist in building test fixtures or partial product assemblies for evaluation

Coordinate testing priorities with cross-functional teams and communicate status updates clearly

Review, update, and validate installation manuals to ensure accuracy and alignment with tested results

Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion under tight schedules

Maintain a strong commitment to safety during all testing, construction, and field activities

Qualification

Product TestingMechanical SystemsQuality EngineeringGD&T InterpretationMeasurement ToolsSolidWorks/CADCollaborationCommunicationProject Management

Required

5+ years of experience in product testing, mechanical systems, quality engineering, or related field; or a BA/BS in engineering or related discipline

Strong proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T

Hands-on experience with measurement and testing tools, including torque tools, Skidmore, 3D scanners, thread gauges, and calipers

Familiarity with Arena, Jira, SolidWorks/CAD systems

Ability to safely lift up to 40 lbs. and work in outdoor R&D field environments

Preferred

Knowledge of Nextpower products is highly desirable

Benefits

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

Stock compensation

Company

Nextracker Inc.

Nextpower™ (formerly Nextracker) designs, engineers, and delivers an advanced energy technology platform for solar power plants, innovating across structural, electrical, and digital domains.

Founded in 2013

Fremont, CA, US

1001-5000 employees

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