Manager, Project Engineering - Integrated Solutions

Nextpower; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

Dental and vision

401(k) with company matching

Unlimited paid time off

Discretionary company bonuses

Life and disability protection

Stock compensation

Job summary

Nextpower in Fremont, CA is seeking a Manager of Project Engineering - Integrated Solutions to lead the engineering development and execution of fully integrated distributed-generation solar projects.

The role requires advanced engineering judgment to resolve complex design and delivery issues across disciplines, establish scalable standards, and guide cross-functional teams for reliable, cost-effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field; plus 8–12 years of experience (or Master’s 6–8 years; or PhD 3–5 years).
• Eight+ years of progressive engineering experience, including solar or energy infrastructure.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering activities for utility-scale solar projects.
• Experience mentoring engineers and providing technical leadership.
• Advanced understanding of solar project development, trackers, interfaces, and construction deliverables.
• Ability to establish engineering standards, procedures, templates, and quality review criteria.
• Experience applying value engineering, constructability reviews, and schedule/cost improvements.
• Ability to analyze complex issues and recommend technical solutions across teams.
• Ability to influence decisions across engineering, product, manufacturing, construction, and operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and AutoCAD Civil 3D; experience with data/workflow tools preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, project-management, analytical, and presentation skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style for technical and nontechnical audiences.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-priority environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of project engineers supporting fully integrated distributed-generation solar projects 5–30 MW.
• Provide advanced technical direction for layouts, CAD blocks, electrical/eBOS designs, and construction plans.
• Evaluate site information, inputs, codes, and project constraints to determine engineering approaches.
• Lead product selection and configuration based on site conditions and project economics.
• Perform topographic, hydrologic, geotechnical, civil, and electrical reviews to support design.
• Resolve complex design interfaces among trackers, foundations, inverters, eBOS, and modules.
• Develop and improve engineering standards, templates, and review criteria for OneSource program.
• Establish methods for nonstandard assignments and guide engineering principles across regions.
• Collaborate with structural, geotechnical, civil, electrical, product, manufacturing, construction, and operations teams.
• Lead value-engineering activities to improve cost, constructability, reliability, and performance.
• Develop automation tools, workflows, and data-quality practices to increase efficiency.
• Maintain quality-control processes and escalation paths for engineering deliverables.
• Influence product releases, changes, and process improvements with technical recommendations.
• Coordinate with regional teams to align standards and initiatives.
• Prioritize resources based on risk, impact, schedule, and capacity.
• Define KPIs for workload, quality, productivity, and development.
• Coach and develop staff; support hiring, onboarding, and conflict resolution.
• Advise leaders on complex engineering matters and communicate with diverse audiences.
• Promote technical ownership, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Team leadership

Engineering leadership

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Office tools

Education

Bachelor/Master in Engineering (Civil/Structural/Mechanical/Electrical)

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Engineering design tools

Job description

Job Description

The Manager of Project Engineering - Integrated Solutions will lead the technical development and execution of fully integrated distributed-generation solar projects. This role applies advanced engineering knowledge and independent judgment to resolve complex design, constructability, product-interface, and delivery issues across multiple disciplines. The role will establish scalable engineering standards, guide project-engineering methods, influence cross-functional decisions, and develop the team and processes needed to deliver reliable, cost-effective, and constructible solutions.

Job Description

The Manager of Project Engineering - Integrated Solutions will lead the technical development and execution of fully integrated distributed-generation solar projects. This role applies advanced engineering knowledge and independent judgment to resolve complex design, constructability, product-interface, and delivery issues across multiple disciplines. The role will establish scalable engineering standards, guide project-engineering methods, influence cross-functional decisions, and develop the team and processes needed to deliver reliable, cost-effective, and constructible solutions.

At Nextpower, we are leading the energy transition by providing intelligent solar tracker and control software solutions, integrated solar equipment, and engineering services for solar power plants. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming solar plant performance through smart technology, engineering expertise, data monitoring, and continuous innovation.

As a company driving the clean energy transition, sustainability is not just a word. It is a core part of our business and 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 solutions and help mitigate climate change for future generations. Make your mark with Nextpower.

The Manager of Project Engineering - Integrated Solutions will be based in Fremont, California. In this position, you will report to the Manager of Project Engineering based in Nashville, Tennessee.

Here Is a Glimpse Of What You Will Do

• Lead and develop a team of project engineers supporting fully integrated distributed-generation solar projects ranging from 5 MW to 30 MW.
• Provide advanced technical direction for tracker layouts, CAD blocks, mechanical design packages, electrical designs, eBOS designs, and construction plan sets.
• Independently evaluate site information, customer design inputs, technical requirements, codes, standards, and project constraints to determine appropriate engineering approaches.
• Lead the selection and configuration of products based on site conditions, constructability, project economics, performance requirements, and customer needs.
• Perform or direct topographic, hydrologic, geotechnical, civil, structural, and electrical interface reviews to support tracker placement and integrated project design.
• Resolve complex design interfaces among trackers, foundations, inverters, eBOS equipment, modules, civil works, and other system components.
• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of engineering standards, design procedures, templates, technical guidelines, and review criteria for the OneSource program.
• Establish methods and procedures for new or nonstandard assignments and guide the application of engineering principles across projects and regions.
• Partner with structural, geotechnical, civil, electrical, product, manufacturing, construction, and operations teams to develop practical and cost-effective solutions.
• Lead value-engineering activities that improve project cost, constructability, schedule, reliability, and system performance while maintaining quality and compliance.
• Develop automation tools, engineering workflows, and data-quality practices to reduce manual inputs, improve efficiency, and shorten turnaround times.
• Establish and maintain quality-control processes, technical review procedures, validation requirements, and escalation paths for engineering deliverables.
• Influence product releases, product changes, design improvements, engineering tools, and process-development initiatives through analysis and technical recommendations.
• Coordinate with engineering and project leadership in other regions to align product standards, design changes, procedures, and department-wide initiatives.
• Prioritize engineering resources and assignments based on project risk, business impact, customer commitments, schedule, and team capacity.
• Define and monitor key performance indicators for workload, quality, productivity, responsiveness, technical risk, and professional development.
• Coach, develop, and provide performance feedback to direct reports; support hiring, onboarding, conflict resolution, and succession planning.
• Frequently advise project, product, construction, and functional leaders on complex engineering matters and communicate recommendations to audiences with varying technical backgrounds.
• Promote a culture of technical ownership, accountability, collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

Here is some of what you will need

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering field, plus 8–12 years of related experience; or Master’s degree plus 6–8 years of related experience; or PhD plus 3–5 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least eight years of progressive engineering experience, including substantial experience in solar, renewable energy, energy infrastructure, or a closely related industry.
• Demonstrated experience leading or coordinating multidisciplinary engineering activities for utility-scale, distributed-generation, or other complex solar projects.
• Experience managing, mentoring, or providing technical leadership to engineers or other technical professionals.Advanced understanding of solar project development and execution, including site constraints, tracker layouts, civil and structural interfaces, electrical systems, eBOS, construction documentation, and design deliverables.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement engineering standards, procedures, templates, quality reviews, validation criteria, or other scalable technical processes.
• Experience applying value engineering, constructability reviews, design optimization, risk assessment, and cost or schedule improvement methods.
• Ability to analyze complex issues involving variable factors, determine appropriate methods, evaluate alternatives, and make sound recommendations with limited direction.
• Ability to influence decisions and gain alignment across engineering, product, manufacturing, construction, operations, project management, and geographically distributed teams.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable engineering, drafting, safety, quality, and documentation standards; experience interpreting applicable codes and customer requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and AutoCAD Civil 3D; experience with engineering design, project-management, data-analysis, or workflow-automation tools is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, project-management, analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style, use persuasion, and explain complex technical matters to technical and nontechnical stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities, and remain accountable for quality and delivery commitments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license or progress toward licensure.
• Experience with solar tracker systems, distributed-generation projects, integrated solar equipment, or the OneSource program.
• Experience with engineering automation, workflow standardization, data governance, or enterprise design platforms.
• Experience working with international teams, customers, suppliers, engineering consultants, or construction partners.

Nextpower 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 Nextpowers benefits please view our company website at www.Nextpower.com.

Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related considerations. The annual target total cash compensation for this position is $180,000–$200,000, which includes base salary and target commission. Actual compensation may vary based on sales target achievements. This role is also eligible for equity as part of the total compensation package. (Applicable to California)

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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