Sr NPI Coordinator

Nextpower, USA • San Rafael, NV

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About The Position

Position Overview As the Sr NPI Coordinator , you will play a central role in coordinating the launch of new heavy equipment products, ensuring seamless integration of engineering, manufacturing, and field operations. This position requires a strong technical foundation in construction machinery, hydraulics, electronics, and mechanical systems, as well as a practical, problem-solving mindset. You will collaborate cross-functionally to plan, execute, and track new product introductions from early prototyping through production and market launch.

Requirements

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Technology, or related technical field, or equivalent experience.
• Complete knowledge and full understanding of at least one piece of construction equipment, preferably a drill rig.
• Wide-ranging experience with a variety of construction machines, understand operational practices, maintenance, design philosophies, tradeoffs between machines, and related topics.
• Ability to diagnose and provide solutions to a diverse scope of problems, including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, software/controls
• Must be able to independently suggest and devise solutions based on very limited information (e.g. reports from unskilled operators, visual inspection with limited access)
• 3+ years of experience in product development, NPI, or technical coordination roles in heavy equipment, construction machinery, or similar industries.
• Understanding of the use of closed-loop control systems on construction tools, for example candidate should be able to determine if the solution for a problem would be related to mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, or software.
• Hands-on experience with hydraulic systems, mechanical assemblies, control electronics, and diagnostics.
• Strong understanding of BOMs, engineering drawings, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with prototyping, testing, and design-for-manufacture (DFM) principles.
• Ability to interpret and analyze technical data and troubleshoot complex electromechanical systems.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Must have ability/willingness to invest in relationships with non-experts both internally (e.g. supply chain, reliability) and externally (e.g. vendors of all different types of components, including but not limited to engines, air compressors, pumps, valves, weldments, filters, sensors and actuators)
• Proficient with CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred), ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with equipment used in solar installation or renewable energy sectors.
• Knowledge of project management principles or experience with stage-gate product development processes.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cross-functional activities related to New Product Introduction (NPI), including engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and service teams.
• Serve as the technical liaison between design engineering and manufacturing, ensuring design intent is preserved and manufacturability is optimized.
• Support prototype builds, testing, and validation activities, including field testing with solar installation equipment.
• Assist in developing and executing NPI project plans, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Analyze system-level interactions involving hydraulics, mechanical assemblies, electronics, and control systems to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Lead or assist in root cause analysis and corrective actions during pilot production and early product lifecycle phases.
• Drive continuous improvement of NPI processes, documentation, and standard operating procedures.
• Monitor and track key NPI performance metrics such as readiness reviews, phase gate deliverables, and production readiness.
• Support training and knowledge transfer to manufacturing and service teams.

Benefits

• Nextracker 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree