Machinist

Job Description:

Job Description

Be a part of the NEXTracker mechanical testing team in Hyderabad, India contributing to the sustaining of solar trackers and related components. As a part of this team, you will be closely collaborating with various cross functional teams on the assigned tasks including your counterparts in the USA to ensure timely and successful completion of product qualification. 

About NEXTracker

Founded in 2013, NEXTracker delivers smart solar tracker solutions for PV projects that transform plant performance and provide services across five continents, with nine global offices. NEXTracker is number-one global solar tracker company in the ground mount solar with more than 50 GW of projects spread across all the continents.

NEXTracker designs and manufactures industry-leading solar tracker systems that dramatically improve and scale the economics of renewable energy. Applications and customers range from behind the meter solar farms with Fortune 500 companies to massive utility-scale power plants across domestic and international markets. Join a market leader that values talent, service excellence and innovation as core to business growth and culture. With one of the most experienced management teams in solar, category-leading products, and a fortified technology roadmap, NEXTracker is making a dramatic impact on the power plant of the future.

A typical day would be:

• Constructing prototypes and custom fixtures for mechanical tests, choosing appropriate materials for fabricating test fixtures as per requirements.

• Generating tool path for CNC machines using CAM software or G-Codes/M-Codes.

• Operating machining tools to shape and refine test specimens and fixtures.

• Using welding machines for assembling testing parts and fixtures, assembling and integrating mechanical components and systems for testing requirements.

• Ensuring the precision and quality of fabricated components, conducting routine maintenance on fabrication tools and equipment. 

• Working closely with engineers, designers, and test technicians to understand project requirements. Recording detailed information about the fabrication process and materials used.

• Addressing issues that may arise during fabrication and finding practical solutions.

• Adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during the fabrication process.

• Preventive and breakdown maintenance of machines

• Maintaining required tooling and keeping stock

• Participating in daily update meetings and recording daily updates

Minimum Qualifications:

• Diploma in mechanical engineering / ITI machinist or certification or equivalent.

• Must have hands-on experience in a fabrication role.

• Proficiency in using machining tools (CNC milling and lathe machines, Conventional machines like lathe, surface grinder, drilling, etc), welding equipment (MIG, ARC, Spot) and other fabrication techniques.

• Proficiency in generating tool path using CAM software (Delcam, Mastercam, etc) and creating machining programs using G-Codes/M-Codes

• Understanding of materials and their properties, enabling appropriate selection for test components.

• Strong emphasis on safety protocols and practices within a laboratory or fabrication environment

• Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, designers, and other team members. 

• Effective communication skills to convey ideas and understand project requirements.

• Ability to manufacture fixtures for testing using the machine shop.

At Nextpower, we are driving the global energy transition with an integrated clean energy technology platform that combines intelligent structural, electrical, and digital solutions for utility-scale power plants. Our comprehensive portfolio enables faster project delivery, higher performance, and greater reliability, helping our customers capture the full value of solar power. Our talented worldwide teams are redefining how solar power plants are designed, built, and operated every day with smart technology, data-driven insights, and advanced automation. Together, we’re building the foundation for the world’s next generation of clean energy infrastructure.

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