Job Description:Position SummaryThe Senior Manager, Hardware Engineering will serve as a hands-on technical leader responsible for driving the design, development, and validation of advanced electronic systems that power Nextracker’s solar platform.This is a hands-on leadership role, combining deep technical expertise in power and control electronics, communication interfaces, high-speed circuit design, and battery systems with the ability to manage and mentor a high-performing electrical engineering team.The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, balancing strategic direction with direct design involvement, prototype testing, and cross-functional collaboration. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and contribute directly to the design, development, and testing of advanced electrical hardware for solar tracker and energy management products.</li><li>Manage and mentor a small team of electrical and mechanical engineers, fostering technical excellence, innovation, and professional growth.</li><li>Provide hands-on technical leadership, including schematic design, simulation, PCB layout review, and prototype validation.</li><li>Oversee subsystem design for power conversion, control, communications, and high-speed circuitry.</li><li>Guide development of battery-related electronics, including battery management system (BMS) integration and protection circuits.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with firmware, mechanical, systems, and manufacturing teams to ensure robust and scalable designs.</li><li>Drive hardware validation, compliance testing, and certification (UL, IEC, EMC).</li><li>Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and ensure smooth transition to high-volume manufacturing.</li></ul>Required Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.</li><li>Minimum 10 years of experience in electronic hardware design and product development, with strong knowledge of power electronics, communications, and high-speed design.</li><li>Minimum 5 years in an engineering management or technical leadership role, with proven ability to lead and mentor engineers.</li><li>Hands-on experience with analog/digital circuit design, PCB design, and hardware development.</li><li>Strong understanding of communication interfaces (CAN, RS-485, Modbus, Ethernet, wireless).</li><li>Proficiency with battery systems and BMS concepts.</li><li>Proficiency with EMI/EMC design practices and regulatory certification (UL, IEC, CE).</li><li>Experience supporting high-volume product manufacturing and design-for-reliability principles.</li><li>Proficiency with embedded systems hardware and close firmware collaboration.</li><li>Ability to perform circuit simulation, signal integrity analysis, and thermal design review.</li><li>Proven record of delivering robust designs from concept to mass production.</li><li>Strong communication and cross-functional leadership skills.</li></ul> 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.<h1>We are Nextpower</h1>

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Sr. Manager, Hardware Engineering

Job Description:Position SummaryThe Senior Manager, Hardware Engineering will serve as a hands-on technical leader responsible for driving the design, development, and validation of advanced electronic systems that power Nextracker’s solar platform.This is a hands-on leadership role, combining deep technical expertise in power and control electronics, communication interfaces, high-speed circuit design, and battery systems with the ability to manage and mentor a high-performing electrical engineering team.The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, balancing strategic direction with direct design involvement, prototype testing, and cross-functional collaboration.&nbsp;Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead and contribute directly to the design, development, and testing of advanced electrical hardware for solar tracker and energy management products.</li><li>Manage and mentor a small team of electrical and mechanical engineers, fostering technical excellence, innovation, and professional growth.</li><li>Provide hands-on technical leadership, including schematic design, simulation, PCB layout review, and prototype validation.</li><li>Oversee subsystem design for power conversion, control, communications, and high-speed circuitry.</li><li>Guide development of battery-related electronics, including battery management system (BMS) integration and protection circuits.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with firmware, mechanical, systems, and manufacturing teams to ensure robust and scalable designs.</li><li>Drive hardware validation, compliance testing, and certification (UL, IEC, EMC).</li><li>Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and ensure smooth transition to high-volume manufacturing.</li></ul>Required Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.</li><li>Minimum 10 years of experience in electronic hardware design and product development, with strong knowledge of power electronics, communications, and high-speed design.</li><li>Minimum 5 years in an engineering management or technical leadership role, with proven ability to lead and mentor engineers.</li><li>Hands-on experience with analog/digital circuit design, PCB design, and hardware development.</li><li>Strong understanding of communication interfaces (CAN, RS-485, Modbus, Ethernet, wireless).</li><li>Proficiency with battery systems and BMS concepts.</li><li>Proficiency with EMI/EMC design practices and regulatory certification (UL, IEC, CE).</li><li>Experience supporting high-volume product manufacturing and design-for-reliability principles.</li><li>Proficiency with embedded systems hardware and close firmware collaboration.</li><li>Ability to perform circuit simulation, signal integrity analysis, and thermal design review.</li><li>Proven record of delivering robust designs from concept to mass production.</li><li>Strong communication and cross-functional leadership skills.</li></ul>&nbsp;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.<h1>We are Nextpower</h1>

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