Job Description:
About Nextracker:
Nextracker is a global leader in intelligent solar tracker and software solutions, enabling solar panels to follow the sun’s movement and maximize energy output. Our mission is to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable energy future. We are looking for a passionate and experienced Staff Engineering Program Manager to lead complex, cross-functional programs in the development of robotics and new technologies.
Position Summary:
As a Staff Engineering Program Manager, you will be responsible for driving the successful execution of engineering programs focused on robotics and O&M technologies. You will work closely with product management, hardware and firmware engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure timely delivery of high-performance, reliable, and cost-effective solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead end-to-end program management for robotics products.
Define program scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
Manage cross-functional teams across engineering, supply chain, and operations.
Identify and mitigate technical and programmatic risks.
Ensure compliance with grid interconnection standards and regulatory requirements.
Drive design reviews, validation testing, and product release milestones.
Communicate program status, risks, and mitigation plans to executive leadership.
Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
8+ years of experience in engineering program management, with at least 3 years focused on robotics.
Proven track record of delivering complex hardware/software products from concept to production.
Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Experience with Agile and traditional project management methodologies.
PMP or similar certification is a plus.
Preferred Experience:
Familiarity with utility-scale solar or renewable energy systems.
Experience working with global teams and suppliers.
NEXRSR
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.
Nextpower is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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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
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