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Nextracker Inc. · 4 hours ago

Manufacturing Process Engineer – Mechanical

Fremont, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$125K/yr - $140K/yr

5+ years exp

Nextracker Inc. is committed to optimizing utility solar power plants through cutting-edge technologies. They are seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Process Engineer to enhance production processes by leveraging Lean Six Sigma methodologies and collaborating with various departments to ensure efficient transitions of new products to high-volume production.

Renewables & Environment

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Collaborate with R&D teams to manage transfer from prototype to mass production

Partner with external suppliers to document and analyze manufacturing processes for mechanical and motion control products

Identify and implement critical to quality (CTQ) characteristics and create control plans to ensure product quality and consistency

Utilize tools like Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Process Flow Mapping (PFMEA) to define potential failure modes and their impact on CTQs

Analyze production data to evaluate yield, capacity, and identify opportunities for process improvement

Leverage statistical process control (SPC) techniques to identify process variation and opportunities for improvement

Implement Lean Six Sigma methodologies to optimize manufacturing processes, reduce waste, and improve efficiency

Develop and maintain process documentation, including work instructions and control plans

Conduct process audits to identify areas for non-conformance and recommend corrective actions based on Lean Six Sigma principles

Work collaboratively with engineering teams to identify and implement process improvements based on data analysis and statistical processes

Manage and track projects related to process optimization adhering to DMAIC methodology

Stay up to date on industry best practices and new technologies related to high volume manufacturing

Qualification

Lean Six SigmaStatistical Process ControlProcess OptimizationFailure ModeEffects AnalysisProcess Flow MappingDMAIC MethodologyAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field (Master's degree a plus)

Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing process engineering role, preferably within the solar, industrial motion control, automotive or commercial building products industries

Experience in working at supplier locations and working collaboratively with external teams

Proven expertise in Lean Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred)

Strong understanding of statistical process control (SPC) techniques, with experience applying control charts to analyze process data

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to process improvement

Strong communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines

Preferred

Experience working in a contract manufacturing environment preferred

Company

Nextracker Inc.

Nextpower™ (formerly Nextracker) designs, engineers, and delivers an advanced energy technology platform for solar power plants, innovating across structural, electrical, and digital domains.

Founded in 2013

Fremont, CA, US

1001-5000 employees

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