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Sr. Application Engineer

Nextracker India Private Limited
Full-time
On-site
Hyderabad, Telangana - IND India
Solar

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

  • Thoroughly evaluate Form Fit Function compliance, prioritizing Form and Fit requirements.
  • Review designs for manufacturability and conformance with customer and industry standards.
  • Analyze deviations in Form and Fit, propose corrective actions, and communicate findings to cross-functional teams.
  • Provide detailed feedback and recommendations for design improvements based on form and fit analysis.
  • Inspect and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), specifications, and supporting documentation.
  • Ensure products meet quality standards through detailed assessments and by participating in quality improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate closely with design, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams to resolve product and process concerns.
  • Participate in design reviews, supplier meetings, and validation activities related to FFF.
  • Prepare clear technical reports summarizing findings and recommendations for internal and customer communication.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related technical field.
  • At least 4 years of experience in an application engineering or quality engineering role, with an emphasis on Form Fit Function evaluation.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T.
  • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to identify and resolve form and fit issues.
  • Proven track record in quality assessment and quality improvement.
  • Effective communicator, capable of working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.

Desired Skills and Competencies

  • Deep understanding of manufacturing processes and their impact on Form and Fit.
  • Familiarity with root cause analysis and corrective/preventative action processes.
  • Experience using 3D CAD software and product lifecycle management (PLM) tools.
  • Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

At Nextracker, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services.

For us at Nextracker, sustainability is not just a word. It's a core part of our business, values and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations.

Culture is our Passion