Director, Hardware Engineering (m/w/d)

Job Description

The Director of Hardware Engineering is responsible for leading the end-to-end development of Nextracker's tracker controller hardware, including electrical design, mechanical design, high voltage power electronics, communication hardware, control algorithm development, integrated batteries, and BMS. This role oversees all hardware engineering activities from concept through high-volume manufacturing, ensuring compliance with global certification standards and managing a multi-disciplinary engineering team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and expand a high-performing, multi-disciplinary Hardware Engineering organization for solar field-deployed edge devices.
• Define and execute the hardware technology roadmap aligned with business objectives.
• Drive critical technical decisions and lead rigorous design reviews across domains.
• Establish engineering standards, best practices, and development methodologies.
• Mentor and develop engineering leaders; foster a culture of innovation and accountability.
• Own system-level hardware architecture and ensure alignment with product strategy.
• Ensure seamless integration of hardware with firmware, software, and system-level requirements.
• Champion design for manufacturability (DFM), testability (DFT), and scalability for high-volume production.
• Guarantee compliance with global certification standards (UL/IEC, EMC/EMI, FCC, CE, etc.).
• Work closely with Product Management to translate market needs into technical specifications.
• Collaborate with Firmware, Software, Systems Engineering, quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams.
• Engage with suppliers, contract manufacturers, and strategic partners to ensure design quality and manufacturing excellence.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in hardware product development.
• 7+ years of engineering leadership managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proven track record of delivering high-volume industrial hardware products.
• Deep expertise in power electronics, electronics packaging, embedded hardware, communications, and mechanical integration.
• Strong knowledge of global certifications and compliance standards.
• Familiarity with reliability engineering and environmental validation processes.

Nextracker offers a comprehensive benefits package. We provide health care coverage, dental and vision, 401(K) participation including company matching, company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off, generous discretionary company bonuses, life and disability protection and more. Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation. All plans are in accordance with relevant plan documents. For more information on Nextracker's benefits please view our company website at www.nextracker.com. Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The annual salary range for this position is $230,000 to $250,000.

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.