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Director, Manufacturing Excellence & Reliability

On-site in València·Full-time·Added 2 days ago

Nextpower

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Overview

Job details

Full-time hours
Per the ad.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Nextpower doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Speak fluent Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in València
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 12+ years of experience
Director-level role.
University degree
“BS/MS in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering” — per the ad.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Qualifications

BS/MS in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering
Fluent English and Spanish (written and spoken), other European languages are a plus.
12+ years in power electronics manufacturing
Experience with contract manufacturers
Leadership experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams
Proficient in APQP, FMEA, SPC, Lean, Six Sigma, and reliability engineering

The role

Job Description:

The Director of Manufacturing Excellence & Reliability is responsible for developing and executing the manufacturing quality and reliability strategy for utility-scale inverter products produced by contract manufacturing partners. This leader oversees Manufacturing Excellence, Quality & Supplier Excellence, and Reliability & Product Integrity to ensure products consistently meet safety, quality, performance, cost, and reliability objectives throughout their lifecycle.

What you'll do

Leadership - Key responsibilities

Define the organization's manufacturing excellence strategy
Develop annual objectives and key results (OKRs) aligned with business goals
Build a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence
Lead and mentor engineering teams

Manufacturing - Key responsibilities

Establish manufacturing readiness requirements
Approve production readiness for new products
Oversee manufacturing process capability
Drive automation and process optimization

Quality - Key responsibilities

Own supplier and contract manufacturer quality performance
Lead executive supplier reviews
Ensure robust CAPA and quality management systems

Reliability - Key responsibilities

Own product reliability strategy
Review qualification programs
Drive warranty reduction initiatives
Monitor field performance

Business - Key responsibilities

Own the customer relationship for Manufacturing, Quality, and Reliability engagements, including hosting customer visits, audits, technical reviews, factory acceptance activities, and executive meetings.
Manage departmental budget
Support customer quality reviews
Report executive KPIs

About Nextpower

Nextracker is a global leader in solar tracker technology, providing intelligent, integrated solutions for utility-scale solar power plants. The company designs and manufactures solar trackers and software that optimize energy production, reduce costs, and improve reliability for solar projects worldwide. With a strong presence in the renewable energy sector, Nextracker serves customers across the globe, helping to accelerate the transition to clean energy.

In Spain, Nextracker has established operations to support the growing solar market in the region. The company offers career opportunities for professionals interested in renewable energy, with roles in engineering, project management, and operations. Working at Nextracker in Spain provides a chance to be part of a dynamic, international team driving innovation in solar technology.

Industry: Renewable Energy Technology
Founded: 2013
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Fremont, California, USA
In Spain: Madrid
Website: nextpower.com

Good to know if you are moving

Nextracker is a global leader in solar tracker technology, with projects in over 30 countries, offering international career opportunities.
The company is headquartered in Fremont, California, USA, with regional offices and operations in Spain, providing a multicultural work environment.
Nextracker focuses on innovation and sustainability, making it an attractive employer for professionals passionate about renewable energy.
Employees in Spain may have opportunities to collaborate with global teams and work on large-scale solar projects across Europe and beyond.

In their own words

About the company & team

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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