Job Description:
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 technology enables maximum energy yield, grid resilience, and operational efficiency, supporting a more sustainable energy future.
As part of our strategic growth, Nextracker is expanding its Power Conversion offering capabilities, strengthening our ability to deliver integrated, high-performance solutions for solar power infrastructure.
Position Summary
We are looking for a Technical Product Manager to lead the development and lifecycle management of key Power Conversion products. This individual will play a vital role in shaping the next generation of power electronics, wire management, and electrical interconnect systems that seamlessly integrate with Nextracker’s solar tracker platforms.
The successful candidate will bring a deep understanding of electrical systems and product development, strong cross-functional leadership, and a data-driven approach to product decisions. This role is both strategic and hands-on, bridging engineering, manufacturing, and customer success functions.
Here is a glimpse of what you’ll do…
Define and drive controls and firmware roadmap for inverter/power conversion products.
Translate system-level requirements into detailed firmware/control specifications
Ensure compliance with grid standards and regional regulations.
Own requirements for communication protocols (Modbus TCP/IP, WebUI, GPS clock) and predictive analytics readiness.
Support lab and field validation of control features, performance testing, and firmware release cycles.
Collaborate with customers and field teams to capture feedback and improve strategies.
Define KPIs for inverter control performance (efficiency, trip times, system uptime)
Translate field performance data into insights to iterate and improve product designs.
Partner with internal stakeholders across tracker, power electronics, and digital solutions teams to deliver cohesive system offerings.
Collaborate with marketing and sales teams on go-to-market strategies, value proposition articulation, and technical collateral.
Support supplier qualification and manufacturing transitions as needed to scale production.
Here is some of what you’ll need…
Degree in Electrical Engineering with focus in Electrical Engineering
5+ years of experience with PV system design and applications.
Good understanding of controls and electronics.
Knowledge of UL & NEC compliance requirements
Willingness to travel (<10% of time)
Here are a few of our preferred experiences…
Experience with PV+Storage applications
Knowledge of grid codes and standards (IEEE1547, IEEE2800, etc)
Experience resolving issues from the field, performing root cause analysis, and designing mitigations
NEXTracker is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Flex does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status or any other status protected by law.
NEXTracker provides reasonable accommodation so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the selection process. Please advise us of any accommodations you request to express interest in a position by e- mailing: accesibility@flextronics.com. Please state your request for assistance in your message. Only reasonable accommodation requests related to applying for a specific position within NX will be reviewed at the e-mail address. Thank you for considering a career with NEXTracker.
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.