8 advanced controls engineer jobs found in Fremont

Nextracker Job Description: About the role: We are seeking a highly driven and technically strong engineer to lead the deployment, optimization, and performance management of our TrueCapture Control System and Navigator software solutions across utility-scale renewable energy sites. This role sits at the intersection of controls engineering, data analytics, field operations, and product innovation. You will play a critical role in ensuring successful system deployment, maximizing site performance, and driving continuous product improvement. This is an opportunity to directly impact energy production outcomes while working cross-functionally with Engineering, Product, Software, R&D, EPC partners, and customers. What You'll Do System Deployment & Optimization Lead end-to-end deployment of TrueCapture and Navigator systems across project sites. Configure site-specific control parameters and ensure seamless integration with onsite NX SCADA systems....

Nextracker Job Description: The Performance Engineering and Control team's goal is to develop algorithms and controls for an all-in-one PV only, Storage only and PV+Storage power block offering to our customers. This role will be R&D focused in supporting NX power block product developments and their integration into Nextpower's existing offerings. As a Sr. Power Systems Control Engineer, you will support the team in product development, testing and validation of the NX power plant control product offering & will travel to projects to support field commissioning. The role will be based in Fremont, CA. Here is a glimpse of what you'll do... * Support in the design, development, testing and commissioning of Nextpower Power Plant Controls technologies for optimized power plant performance for a range of PV with storage systems. * Validate and verify control/optimization algorithm performance using controller hardware-in-the-loop to evaluate performance and...

Nextracker Job Description: RESPONSIBILITIES Product Quality Ownership * Serve as the technical quality lead for robotic and electronic products-ensuring hardware, firmware, and electromechanical integration meet Nextracker standards. * Partner with design, test, and manufacturing engineering to embed quality and reliability controls early in the product lifecycle. * Define, implement, and validate product test and inspection requirements across PCBA, harness, motion control, and sensor subsystems. * Support new product introduction (NPI) through DFMEA/PFMEA execution, control plan creation, and design verification test (DVT) oversight. * Validate and qualify test systems and automated inspection tools for functional verification of complex assemblies. * Drive product-level reliability testing (HALT, HASS, burn-in, and environmental stress screening) and feed results into design improvements. Supplier & Component Quality * Evaluate and approve suppliers...

Nextracker Job Description: Industrialization Engineer - Pile Driving Equipment Overview : We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Industrialization Engineer to join our team, focusing on the industrialization of foundation equipment, specifically pile driving equipment. The role will involve collaborating with external equipment manufacturers to ensure that the design and production processes are optimized for efficiency, quality, and cost. This position is essential for managing the transition of new pile driving equipment from design to production and ensuring that the manufactured equipment meets our operational and quality standards. Key Responsibilities : Equipment Sourcing and Vendor Collaboration : Work closely with external manufacturers to ensure the design, production, and delivery of pile driving equipment align with our project requirements, timelines, and quality standards. Industrialization Strategy : Develop and implement...

Nextracker Job Description: Senior Electrical Engineer Job Description : We are seeking a skilled Senior Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing mixed analog and digital electrical circuits for various electrical systems, including embedded controllers, wireless communication devices, motor drives, and power converters. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize designs, implement real-time digital control algorithms, and ensure product quality. Responsibilities : Design mixed analog and digital electrical circuits utilizing components such as microcontrollers, op-amps, power electronics switches, etc. Own the PCBA design, including schematic capture, PCB layout, and prototyping, testing, and debugging. Model electrical systems such as power converters and motor drives and design optimum digital controllers based on simulations and real testing data....

Nextracker Job Description: Job Title : Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics Position Overview: Nextpower is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer - Power Electronics to join our dynamic team. You will play a critical role in the design, development, and test of power electronics systems for Nextpower's innovative energy products. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of sustainable energy solutions while developing your skills in power electronics design with our world-class team of engineers and researchers. Responsibilities: Work in power lab to bring up new boards and test new products Lead PCB layout for power converters ranging from watts to hundreds of kilowatts. Build and maintain simulations and models used in our design process Lead new component selection and validation activities Maintain documentation for multiple product lines Responsible for design verification and certification activities Build...

Nextracker Job Description: About Nextpower Nextpower is a global leader in intelligent solar tracker and software solutions, optimizing solar power plant performance worldwide. Our cutting-edge technology and commitment to innovation drive the renewable energy transition. This position is a hybrid role (4x per week onsite) that will be based at our headquarters in Fremont, California. Key Responsibilities: Develop and execute test plans for robotic systems during the NPI phase to ensure functionality, performance, and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, manufacturing, and quality to identify and resolve integration and test issues. Design and implement scalable test fixtures, procedures, and automation for mechanical, electrical, and control system validation. Analyze test data, identify trends and root causes, and provide detailed reports with corrective actions. Drive DFT (Design for Test) and DFx initiatives...

Nextracker Job Description: Staff Power Electronics Development Engineer Position Overview We are seeking a Staff Power Electronics Development Engineer to play a key role in the design, development, and optimization of advanced power conversion systems for Nextpower's renewable energy products. As an expert individual contributor, you will apply deep technical knowledge to architect, analyze, and validate high-performance solutions. You will be directly responsible for solving complex engineering challenges and ensuring robust, manufacturable designs that advance Nextpower's energy ecosystem. Responsibilities System architect and develop advanced power conversion systems optimized for Nextpower's next-generation products. Drive technical innovation through development, analysis, and optimization of system-level architectures. Perform detailed trade-off studies across performance, cost, reliability, and scalability. Execute hands-on development and...