Nextracker Inc. · 9 hours ago
Sr. Thermal Engineer
Fremont, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$180K/yr - $200K/yr
5+ years expNextracker Inc. is a global leader in intelligent solar tracker and software solutions, optimizing solar power plant performance worldwide. The Sr. Thermal Engineer will lead the design, simulation, and validation of advanced thermal management solutions for power electronics systems.
Renewables & Environment
Responsibilities
Lead thermal design, prototyping, and testing of power electronics enclosures and support systems
Work closely with cross functional teams and external partners to ensure project goals and schedules are met
Develop comprehensive test plans, build test apparatus, and validate design performance
Create documentation suitable for prototyping, design and production stages
Conduct in-depth analyses of CFD, and tolerance analysis, to optimize designs for performance, reliability, and manufacturability
Present design reviews and technical reports to internal stakeholders and management
Investigate and resolve field failures or product performance issues
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's/ Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
Minimum of 5 years experience with thermal management of power electronics systems
Expert-level proficiency in CFD tools such as Flotherm or Icepak
A deep understanding of structural mechanics and heat transfer
Knowledge of various manufacturing processes, including vapor chamber and heat pipe implementations and heat sink manufacturing processes
Demonstrated experience with DFM/DFA principles and their practical application
Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, and troubleshooting thermal systems
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail
Familiarity with relevant industry standards and regulations
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 2013Fremont, CA, US
1001-5000 employeesH1B Sponsorship
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Late StageLeadership Team
Marco Miller
Chief Operating Officer and Co-Founder
Tyroan Hardy
Chief Customer Success Officer, Co-founder at Nextracker, Inc.
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