Sr. Electrical System Protection Engineer - High Voltage

Nextracker Inc.; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 190,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Nextracker Inc. is seeking a Sr. Electrical System Protection Engineer specializing in high voltage systems to design, analyze, and test protection systems. This impactful role emphasizes safety, compliance, and collaboration within a dynamic team, contributing to innovative solar power solutions and environmental sustainability. The ideal candidate will possess advanced expertise in power systems and thrive in high-pressure environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years in power system protection.
• Hands-on experience with high-voltage hardware design and testing.
• Familiarity with IEEE 1547 standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize protection systems for high-voltage electrical systems.
• Perform power system studies and conduct electrical testing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Power system simulation tools

Job description

Sr. Electrical System Protection Engineer - High Voltage

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Sr. Electrical System Protection Engineer - High Voltage

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Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced High Voltage Protection Engineer to design, analyze, and test protection systems for medium- and high-voltage electrical systems. This role requires expertise in power systems protection, electrical safety standards, and hands-on experience with power conversion systems.

Job Description

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced High Voltage Protection Engineer to design, analyze, and test protection systems for medium- and high-voltage electrical systems. This role requires expertise in power systems protection, electrical safety standards, and hands-on experience with power conversion systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize protection systems for medium and high-voltage electrical systems interconnected to low-voltage based power conversion systems via medium-voltage transformers.
• Perform power system studies (e.g., short circuit analysis, protection coordination, arc flash hazard analysis) in compliance with industry standards.
• Conduct electrical testing on medium- and high-voltage equipment in accordance with industry standards, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
• Perform failure analysis and validation for interconnected power converters products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability, safety, and performance.
• Document system designs, test results, and compliance reports, providing regular updates on project milestones.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years in power system protection, with hands-on experience in high-voltage hardware design and testing.
• Expertise in protection design and coordination for medium- and high-voltage systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical protection devices and safety standards
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards, such as IEEE 1547 (series)
• Proficiency in power system simulation tools
• Hands-on experience with energy systems .
• Strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and safety awareness.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills in cross-functional teams.
• Ability to thrive in high-pressure environments while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
  
  

Pay Range (Applicable to California)

$190,000.00 - $210,000.00 dependent on level of experience

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.

Nextracker is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Culture is our Passion

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

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