Nextracker Inc.

Senior Power Electronics Test Engineer

Nextracker Inc.  •  Fremont, CA (Onsite)  •  5 months ago
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Job Description

  • Bachelor's or master's in electrical engineering with a proven record of working in Power Electronics Labs building or testing power electronics.
  • 6+ years of experience in power electronics design, development, and manufacturing.
  • Solid understanding of high-voltage power systems, DC/DC (isolated and non-isolated), and DC/AC topologies used in high-power converters.
  • Proficiency in testing methodologies for power electronic components and systems, including electrical characterization, thermal analysis, and reliability testing.
  • Experience in identifying corner cases for testing, creating test setups, conducting tests, and reporting and analyzing test results for power electronics projects.
  • Experience with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, power analyzers, thermal chambers, and data acquisition systems.
  • Familiarity with industry standards and regulations for power electronics testing, such as IEC, IEEE, and UL standards.
  • Solid understanding of Python and extensive experience in developing test scripts, communicating with various test instruments, and running automated tests.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with the ability to analyze complex data and identify potential issues.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to lead projects and mentor junior engineers.
Nextracker Inc.

About 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. Our integrated solutions are designed to streamline project execution, increase energy yield and long-term reliability, and enhance customer ROI. Building on over a decade of technology and market leadership, the company delivers intelligent power generation systems and services to meet rapidly expanding global electricity demand. Nextpower partners with the world’s leading energy companies to power what’s next.

Industry
Energy & Utilities
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Fremont, CA
Year Founded
2013
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