Nextracker Inc.

Job Title: Manager, Manufacturing Engineering – Module Frames Job Description: Hybrid/remote locations Nashville,Tennessee/ USA time type Full time job requisition id NX-4011 Job Description: Location: Remote Reports To: Sr Manager, Manufacturing Engineering - Steel Job Summary: At Nextpower, we are accelerating the world’s transition to renewable energy through intelligent solar tracking and breakthrough engineering. As a Manager, Manufacturing Engineering – Module Frames, you will be a critical player in this transformation. You will be responsible for leading a team of Manufacturing Engineers to deliver on large scale capacity expansion and process standardization over the next few years. This includes activities for driving concurrent engineering (DFM/DFMA), supplier process readiness, industrialization, and engineering change implementation for steel frame components and assemblies across Nextpower’s global supply base. The Manager, Manufacturing Engineering – Module Frames will lead initiatives to document and develop best-practice solutions and new manufacturing technologies across the supplier footprint, including (but not limited to) automation, inspection, and operational excellence (Lean thinking). This role partners directly with R&D/Design Engineering, Quality, Program Management, and Procurement to ensure new and existing designs are manufacturable, scalable, cost-effective, and reliable, and support design release and change-control decisions through rigorous engineering analysis and factory validation, while ensuring a customer-centric approach to meet or exceed internal and external customer expectations. Responsibilities: - Lead Module Frames Manufacturing Engineering team in the launch and ramp up of new equipment at NX suppliers to deliver large scale capacity expansion. - Lead manufacturing engineering participation in product development from concept through design release, ensuring high-quality manufacturing feasibility input and DFM/DFMA recommendations. Partner with suppliers to obtain and incorporate external DFM feedback and capability constraints - Establish and enforce structured manufacturing engineering inputs to design release gates, including manufacturability, process capability, cost drivers, supplier readiness, and risk closure - Lead innovation in manufacturing technologies and technical readiness of complex roll forming geometries of steel products. - Lead planning and execution of prototype builds, supplier trials, and on-site validations; ensure verification of functional intent and key/critical dimensions through appropriate measurement and inspection methods - Lead technical value engineering and cost-reduction initiatives across module frames by identifying cost drivers and developing engineering solutions (design alternatives, process alternatives, tooling strategy changes, yield improvement, cycle-time reduction). Ensure savings validation while maintaining product performance, reliability, safety, and manufacturability; document results and deploy best practices across regions and suppliers - Drive a culture of disciplined engineering execution, documentation rigor, and continuous improvement - Build and maintain strong cross-functional alignment with R&D/Design Engineering, Quality, Program Management, and Procurement; ensure manufacturing engineering recommendations are data-driven, timely, and actionable - Establish technical standards, operating mechanisms, and review cadence to ensure consistent engineering quality and decision-making across regions and suppliers - Serve as a Manufacturing Engineering leader for engineering changes within Module Frames Business Unit (ECR/DCO/ECO) in the company PLM system; ensure controlled implementation at suppliers, including technical risk assessment, readiness validation, and documentation discipline - Provide rapid technical escalation leadership when supplier, manufacturing, or field issues negatively impact Nextpower customers; lead structured root-cause and corrective actions (8D, 5-Why, Pareto) and verify effectiveness - Document best practices across the group and deploy standardized solutions across the supplier base - Set team priorities and allocate resources across NPI programs, engineering change workload, supplier readiness, and technical escalations to meet schedule, cost, quality, and customer commitments Requirements: - Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline from an accredited institution with at least 15+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing engineering / industrialization for steel components and assemblies in an OEM or contract manufacturing environment Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering is preferred - 15+ years of minimum experience in complex shape roll form steel products is a must. - Demonstrated experience installing and commissioning new equipment for production is a must. - 10+ years of minimum experience serving large OEM customers in renewable energy, automotive, consumer electronics, consumer goods, or industrial manufacturing (solar tracker experience a plus) - 5+ years of people leadership experience managing engineering teams (direct reports) - Demonstrated experience delivering concurrent engineering outcomes: DFM/DFMA influence on design releases, supplier capability translation into design requirements, and factory validation - Other experience with steel fabrication processes (roll forming, stamping, welding, casting, laser cutting, machining, coating/finishing, assembly, automation). Experience with additional manufacturing processes is a plus - Experience leading supplier-facing engineering activities including process readiness, tooling readiness, validation builds, and on-site troubleshooting - Experience with engineering change management in a PLM system - Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma concepts and structured problem solving (8D, 5-Why, Pareto) - Strategic mindset with the ability to bring clarity, structure, and actions to ambiguous plans and technical challenges - Ability to influence others and negotiate solutions during critical, time-sensitive decisions - Experience working with global, cross-functional, and multicultural teams - Excellent oral and written communication skills in English, including the ability to organize, conceptually interpret, and clearly communicate material developed collaboratively via the input of multiple parties; translate complexity into actionable direction - Demonstrated ability to manage large, complex change efforts and drive results through facts and quantitative data, as well as influence, persuasion, and relationship management - Able to work flexible schedules occasionally to accommodate global work teams - Travel requirements 50% (international and domestic) Preferred: - SSGB, PMP, Lean Manufacturing, Journeyman, or other industry certifications - Direct experience with domestic and offshore Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers - Demonstrated ability to design and deploy new processes and bring rigor to released processes, documentation, and readiness controls Why You’ll Love Working Here: Innovate with Purpose: Your work directly contributes to accelerating the global shift to renewable energy. Global Impact: Collaborate with world-class engineers, suppliers, and partners across continents. High-Growth Environment: Be part of a fast-moving, mission-driven team shaping the future of solar technology. Empowered Culture: We value bold ideas, authentic collaboration, and a relentless drive for excellence. 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.

• Endpoint & Device Support: Image, deploy, and maintain laptops and desktops for site staff — engineers, supervisors, quality, and front office. • Configure and support ruggedized handhelds, barcode scanners, RFID readers, and tablets. • Manage device inventory, spares pool, and break-fix swap-outs to keep both office staff and the production line running. • Network & Firewall: Install, configure, and maintain switches, access points, and cabling across the plant. • Support industrial wireless coverage on the floor — surveys, AP placement, troubleshooting. • Connect and support test stations (HiPot, functional test, burn-in), torque tools, vision systems, and other production equipment to the network and MES. • Run the site's local helpdesk: own the ticket queue, triage, resolve, and escalate appropriately. • Provide walk-up and floor-side support to all site personnel.

• Lead the technical engagement with ODMs, design partners, component suppliers, and contract manufacturers in China, supporting Nextpower power conversion and eBOS initiatives. • Drive technical execution of partner-led development activities for products such as inverters, DC string combiners, AC/DC disconnects, wire management assemblies, trunk bus assemblies, protection devices, and other power collection platforms. • Review and challenge partner technical deliverables, including product architectures, design assumptions, component selections, test plans/results, compliance plans, and manufacturing readiness. • Translate Nextpower engineering and product requirements into clear technical expectations for external partners, ensuring alignment with system-level requirements, reliability targets, manufacturability goals, and project milestones. • Work closely with Nextpower HQ engineering, product management, and program management teams to assess technical risks, identify design gaps, evaluate tradeoffs, track open issues, and drive timely closure. • Support supplier qualification and manufacturing transfer activities, including technical capability assessments, documentation transfer, test readiness, process reviews, and production ramp support. • Participate in design reviews, validation reviews, failure analysis, root cause investigations, and corrective action planning with internal and external engineering teams. • Help ensure partner designs comply with applicable standards, including relevant IEC, UL, NEC, IEEE, grid code, and regional certification requirements. • Maintain strong technical communication between China-based partners and Nextpower global teams.

• Develop and execute global growth strategies for Nextpower’s tools and services portfolio • Drive and close new business opportunities • Own the full sales cycle: prospecting, solution development, pricing strategy, negotiation, and closure • Develop and execute strategic account plans to maximize revenue growth • Establish trusted advisor relationships with key decision-makers • Translate customer operational challenges into differentiated service and tools solutions • Maintain strong market intelligence on industry trends, competitive positioning, and emerging customer needs • Collaborate cross-functionally to define new service offerings, pricing models, and scalable commercial processes

• Coordinate and manage the full sales proposal process, including quotation generation and commercial documentation. • Support Sales and Key Account Managers in structuring competitive and profitable bids. • Develop pricing models and financial analyses to ensure positive contribution margins. • Provide creative input to bid strategy, scenario modeling, and commercial negotiations. • Track and analyze opportunity pipelines to improve win rates and deal conversion. • Partner closely with Key Account Managers to monitor account performance, pipeline development, and revenue growth. • Prepare strategic account reviews, dashboards, and executive presentations. • Analyze customer purchasing trends, contract performance, and margin evolution. • Support long-term framework agreements and multi-project negotiations with major clients. • Help identify cross-selling and upselling opportunities within existing accounts. • Maintain accurate sales data within CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and ERP tools. • Generate regular sales forecasts, pipeline reports, and performance dashboards. • Continuously improve CRM reporting tools, data quality, and automation processes. • Analyze order intake, quotation activity, hit rates, and segment performance within the Italian market. • Support senior management with reliable commercial insights for strategic decision-making. • Work closely with Engineering, Operations, Logistics, Finance, and Product Management to ensure competitive and executable offers. • Support development of standardized proposal templates and bankability documentation. • Collaborate with Marketing on customer presentations and localized value proposition materials. • Ensure seamless communication between sales teams and internal departments to exceed customer expectations.

• Input and manage all aspects of customer projects information within the CRM system • Generate quotations and comprehensive proposals based on project technical requirements and customer specific needs • Work closely with the Project Engineering, Logistics, Operations and Finance teams to ensure customer expectations are met • Coordinate and drive departments to provide associated inputs to quotations • Follow up with customers for information and tasking work to outside contractors • Support Account Managers, Sales Directors and other Sales Leaders on the Global Sales Team • Achieving / Exceeding group sales targets • Data cleanliness in CRM system • Generate Sales reports & Presentations and present to stakeholders

• Responsible for your own safety, and shared responsibility for the safety of all Nextpower staff, contractors, and visitors to your project sites. • Read, understand, and comply with Nextpower policies and procedures as outlined from time to time. • Responsible for managing Projects from quotation through to completion and taking ownership of all aspects along the way (Pricing, coordinating logistics, Delivery or work, invoicing and closeout). • Coordinate and drive the successful on-time delivery of all products needed from PO to delivery, liaising with Design Engineering, Supply, Logistics, freight forwarders and the customers. • Manage Project profit & loss including revenue forecasting, invoicing, cashflow and cost management. • Provides technical support for NEXTracker customers, ensuring a best-in-class customer experience and providing product and systems expertise to the customer. • Oversee the safety of any staff engaged to deliver site-based work. • Play a key role in cross-functional product teams, providing recommendations based on systems integration expertise and customer needs assessment and feedback. • Supports product development, sales, and marketing as requested. • Internal customer voice, an advocate for the customer within Nextracker. • Establish, measure and report key performance indicators for customer care to drive behavior and performance. • Inspect, troubleshoot and repair Nextracker hardware and document findings. • Ensure a strong customer care experience and be able to effectively communicate resolutions for customer issues.

• Act as a senior technical advisor to the sales team for tracker system opportunities • Lead and facilitate technical discussions with EPCs, developers, owners, and technical consultants • Support RFIs, RFPs, and tenders • Collaborate cross-functionally with various departments to ensure technically sound solutions • Deliver technical presentations and training for customers and internal sales teams

• Responsible for overall customer satisfaction • Focuses on minimizing churn • Identifying and capturing opportunities for account growth • Converting customers into strong external references

• Responsible for overall customer satisfaction • Focus on minimizing churn, identifying and capturing opportunities for account growth, and converting customers into strong external references • Act as the voice of the customer to internal teams • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure customers receive expected value from products and services • Contribute to a team-oriented Customer Success function that partners across the organization • Present robotic inspection findings to customer asset managers and O&M site teams • Validate the value of inspection findings and refine scope of work as needed • Provide data quality feedback to robot operations teams • Lead data-driven discussions during regular customer account meetings • Visit customer sites as needed to strengthen engagement and outcomes