Job Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION
SECTION ONE
JOB OUTLINE
Job Title:
Product Engineer
Department:
Product & Engineering
Division:
Product Compatibility – PV Module
Job Grade:
Reports To: Charlie Zha - Director, Product Management (Module & RC)
Other Relationships or Department: N/A
Approved by: Craig Wildman – Director, Product Management
Updated by: Charlie Zha
Date: October 27th, 2025
SECTION TWO
KEY AREAS
Job Summary/Purpose:
NEXTracker is the leading provider of intelligent solar tracking systems, offering advanced solutions that optimize the performance and reliability of utility-scale solar power plants around the world. Our talented worldwide team is transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services.
As Business is fast extending, P&E team is looking for a product engineer to support Sales team for PV module compatibility review focusing on certain regions. The role is located in Shanghai, China.
Desired Characteristics & Qualifications:
Self-motivated, independent, technical aptitude and excellent interpersonal skills
A Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a similar discipline
2~3 years of technical support experience with PV modules
Knowledge of module testing and IEC compliance
Willingness to travel (<30% of time) within China and globally.
Proficiency in English language at a professional level.
SECTION THREE
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
Manage Form-Fit Function tests accordingly (including data collection and report generating)
Manage loading tests of various PV module / tracker product combinations as required (including data collection and report generating)
Travel to PV module manufacturers and 3rd party testing facilities as required
Module related document (Test guide/3rd party report) and test tracking sheet (loading test / FFF test / project specific related test) recording
Communicate with Sale/Project/PJE for moving projects forward according to the client’s request
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.
We are NextpowerSkills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or similar discipline
- 2-3 years of technical support experience with PV modules
- Knowledge of module testing and IEC compliance
- Proficiency in English language at a professional level
Nextracker Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Nextracker and has not been reviewed or approved by Nextracker.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company match is offered. The company stood up its own plan in 2023 alongside additional welfare benefits in early 2024.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness offerings include yoga and meditation classes, onsite chair massages and bicycles, commuter/rideshare support, and EV charging at some locations. These extras supplement the core medical, dental, and vision coverage.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and family medical leave are included alongside PTO and paid holidays. This complements the broader U.S. benefits menu.
Nextracker Insights
What We Do
Since day one, Nextracker’s mission has been to transition the world to affordable, renewable power, by developing the highest-performing and resilient solar tracking technologies and software in the market for our customers. From sustainable tracker solutions that conform to uneven terrain and withstand extreme weather, Nextracker systems have resilience built in. Nextracker leads the solar industry with solar tracker technologies that optimize and increase energy production while reducing costs for significant plant ROI
