Mechanical Design Engineer - Advanced Frames
About The Position
This position is a hybrid role (4x per week onsite) that will be based at our headquarters in Fremont, California. Nextpower seeks a creative and experienced Mechanical Design Engineer for a position on the mechanical structures team. This engineer will be responsible for designing components for the flagship Nextpower Horizon tracker to support a wider range of environments, more difficult site conditions, and cost reduction. Here is a glimpse of what you’ll do: Develop mechanical components for Nextpower horizontal tracking systems. Oversee concept development, design, and engineering for new and existing products, with a strong focus on manufacturability, scalability, and cost optimization. Perform 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. Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) of issues discovered during pilot testing 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.
Requirements
- B.S. or M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
- 5+ years of relevant experience
- Toolsets required: SolidWorks, ePDM, FEA (ANSYS preferred)
- Extensive knowledge/experience with drawings, model and tolerance standards and application.
- Strong understanding of DFM for sheet metal stampings, roll-formed parts, cast parts
- Extensive knowledge of GD&T standards, tolerance analysis
- Experience in mass production manufacturing and part validation (Stampings/Rollings/Castings)
- Strong aptitude and intuition in mechanical failure analysis
- Practical knowledge of prototyping manufacturing process
- Must possess solid written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent leadership, 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.
Nice To Haves
- Hands-on background in prototyping, pilot runs, and production ramp-up.
- Confluence, Arena, Miro (Real Time board), Jira
Responsibilities
- Develop mechanical components for Nextpower horizontal tracking systems.
- Oversee concept development, design, and engineering for new and existing products, with a strong focus on manufacturability, scalability, and cost optimization.
- Perform 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.
- Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) of issues discovered during pilot testing
Benefits
- Nextpower offers 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 on Nextpower’s benefits please view our company website at www.nextpower.com.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
