Sr. Electrical System Protection Engineer - High Voltage

Nextracker Inc.

The Role

Overview

Design, analyze, and test protection systems for medium/high‑voltage power conversion.

Key Responsibilities

  • team collaboration
  • compliance reporting
  • electrical testing
  • protection design
  • failure analysis
  • power studies

Tasks

-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. -Conduct electrical testing on medium- and high-voltage equipment in accordance with industry standards, ensuring compliance with safety protocols. -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 failure analysis and validation for interconnected power converters products. -Perform power system studies (e.g., short circuit analysis, protection coordination, arc flash hazard analysis) in compliance with industry standards.

Requirements

  • ieee 1547
  • 10+ years
  • power simulation
  • protection design
  • electrical engineering
  • problem solving

What You Bring

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

The Company

About Nextracker Inc.

-Founded to revolutionize solar energy with cutting-edge tracker technology. -Provides advanced solar tracking solutions that maximize energy production and efficiency. -Works with utility-scale solar projects to deliver reliable and cost-effective power solutions. -Delivers engineering excellence with focus on durability, performance, and ease of installation. -Has grown to become a global leader in solar tracker systems, with projects across multiple continents. -Known for developing and deploying smart, automated solar trackers that adjust to the sun’s position. -Focuses on enhancing the sustainability and scalability of solar energy worldwide. -Pioneers in creating solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing grid infrastructure. -Constantly pushing the boundaries of solar technology to support a cleaner, greener future.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Solar

Utility-scale Solar

Distributed Generation

Manufacturing

Sustainable Supply Chain

Renewable Energy

Steel Industry