Next Power

2 weeks ago

Product Applications Engineer - Tools

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Last checked: 11 hours agoStatus: Live

Job Summary

Test, validate, and qualify the tools, fasteners, and installation equipment used with Nextpower tracker products. Execute form-fit-function and qualification testing to confirm compatibility, safety, torque methods, and repeatable field installation. Support validation of new products, revised designs, and vendor-supplied components while partnering with R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and installation teams to deliver customer-ready, reliable installation solutions.

Location: Fremont

Workplace: Onsite

Employment Type: Full time

Job Function: Communications, PR & Community

Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

•Conduct tool and fastener qualification testing to confirm compatibility with tracker components, access, fit, torque performance, clamp load, and field usability.
•Perform form-fit-function testing for new concepts, prototypes, pre-production assemblies, and installation interfaces to validate design intent and installation requirements.
•Validate updated/revised designs by testing parts and full assemblies for manufacturability, mechanical performance, installation repeatability, and compatibility; then recommend improvements.
•Qualify new vendors and manufacturing sources by executing first-article form-fit-function and qualification testing and providing structured feedback to sourcing and engineering teams.
•Document test results and maintain installation documentation, approved tool lists, and fastener qualification records while coordinating with cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects.

Travel: Medium travel

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 100,000 - 110,000 annually

Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVision401kPaid LeaveLife Insurance

Key Requirements

•5+ years of experience in product testing, mechanical systems, fastening/tool qualification, quality engineering, or installation engineering; or a BA/BS in engineering or a related discipline.
•Proficiency interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, GD&T, product notes, fastener requirements, and installation documentation.
•Hands-on experience with measurement and testing tools including torque tools, Skidmore equipment, 3D scanners, thread gauges, calipers, sockets, bits, and drivers.
•Ability to test and qualify fasteners, torque methods, mechanical joints, and field assembly processes.
•Familiarity with Arena, Jira, and SolidWorks/CAD systems, plus ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work in outdoor R&D environments.

Experience:5+ years

Education:Bachelor's in engineering or related discipline

Skills:CommunicationCross-functional collaborationAnalytical skillsAttention to detailOrganizational skillsAdaptability

Tech Stack:ArenaJiraSolidWorksCADGD&T3D scannersTorque toolsSkidmore equipmentThread gaugesCalipersSocketsBitsDrivers

Company Brief

Next Power

Develops, finances, and operates utility-scale renewable energy projects, focusing on solar photovoltaic and energy storage solutions to deliver clean power and grid services to commercial, industrial, and utility customers.

Industry: Renewable Energy

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Next Power

2 weeks ago

Product Applications Engineer - Tools

✓ Verified Job

Canonical indexed version, validated from employer's careers page.

Source: Company careers pageValidated by: Fursa AI

Last checked: 11 hours agoStatus: Live

Job Summary

Location: Fremont

Workplace: Onsite

Employment Type: Full time

Job Function: Communications, PR & Community

Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

•Conduct tool and fastener qualification testing to confirm compatibility with tracker components, access, fit, torque performance, clamp load, and field usability.
•Perform form-fit-function testing for new concepts, prototypes, pre-production assemblies, and installation interfaces to validate design intent and installation requirements.
•Validate updated/revised designs by testing parts and full assemblies for manufacturability, mechanical performance, installation repeatability, and compatibility; then recommend improvements.
•Qualify new vendors and manufacturing sources by executing first-article form-fit-function and qualification testing and providing structured feedback to sourcing and engineering teams.
•Document test results and maintain installation documentation, approved tool lists, and fastener qualification records while coordinating with cross-functional teams and managing multiple projects.

Travel: Medium travel

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 100,000 - 110,000 annually

Perks:Health InsuranceDentalVision401kPaid LeaveLife Insurance

Key Requirements

•5+ years of experience in product testing, mechanical systems, fastening/tool qualification, quality engineering, or installation engineering; or a BA/BS in engineering or a related discipline.
•Proficiency interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, GD&T, product notes, fastener requirements, and installation documentation.
•Hands-on experience with measurement and testing tools including torque tools, Skidmore equipment, 3D scanners, thread gauges, calipers, sockets, bits, and drivers.
•Ability to test and qualify fasteners, torque methods, mechanical joints, and field assembly processes.
•Familiarity with Arena, Jira, and SolidWorks/CAD systems, plus ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work in outdoor R&D environments.

Experience:5+ years

Education:Bachelor's in engineering or related discipline

Skills:CommunicationCross-functional collaborationAnalytical skillsAttention to detailOrganizational skillsAdaptability

Tech Stack:ArenaJiraSolidWorksCADGD&T3D scannersTorque toolsSkidmore equipmentThread gaugesCalipersSocketsBitsDrivers

Company Brief

Next Power

Industry: Renewable Energy

Website