[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Nextpower jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nextpower/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Nextpower · Sorocaba, Sao Paulo - BRA # Systems Engineer - Tracker Controls Sorocaba, Sao Paulo - BRA Operations Listed on Nextpower’s official careers site. Listed as of October 18, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Nextpower’s careers site →](https://nextracker.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nextpower_careers/job/Sorocaba-Sao-Paulo---BRA/Systems-Engineer---Tracker-Controls_NX-4439) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Nextpower](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nextpower/) / Systems Engineer - Tracker Controls ## Job description ### Job Description We are seeking a Systems Engineer to lead the design, integration, and validation of advanced control systems for solar tracking technology. This position plays a critical role in ensuring reliable and efficient operation of utility-scale photovoltaic tracker systems. The engineer will collaborate across multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, electrical, and firmware engineering to deliver innovative control solutions that maximize energy yield and system uptime. The ideal candidate is a talented engineer who demonstrates strong knowledge of systems engineering and electrical/controls engineering principles, analytical skills, system-level mindset, commitment to innovation, attention to details, and passion for the solar industry. This position is based in Sorocaba and will report to the Manager of Systems Engineering. ### Key Responsibilities Communicate with the product management, firmware, mechanical, and electrical teams to understand the customer needs and translate them into engineering requirements and practical design solutions. Perform system architecture design, including functional block diagrams and interface definition. Develop and manage system level requirements from definition to implementation and verification. Design, implement, and optimize algorithms for tracker motion control, stow logic and energy production optimization. Lead integration efforts across hardware and software components, ensuring robust operation from prototype to production. Create and implement test plans to bring up, debug, and validate designs to meet functional and performance goals with a focus on safety and reliability. Gather, process, and analyze field data and factory test data to guide the investigation and resolution of service anomalies and improve future products. Participate in system level design and process FMEAs to ensure design robustness, safety, and reliability. ### Required Qualifications Advanced English. BS or MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Mechatronics, or a related field. 5+ years’ hands on experience designing complex electromechanical products. 2+ years’ experience in Systems Engineering. Experience with the full product lifecycle, from requirement definition to design, production, operation. Experience operating in a multi-disciplinary and cross-functional environment Experience performing trade studies and lifecycle cost analysis. Experience writing requirement specifications, verification plans and test plans. Strong eye toward safety, constructability, and system maintenance. ### Preferred Qualifications Experience with requirement management process and tools (Jama preferred). Experience with MBSE. Knowledge of Python, MATLAB, or other high-level general-purpose programming language. Experience with FMEA, root cause analysis, investigation of service anomalies. Understanding of solar industry and mechanical tracking systems. Familiarity with industrial communication protocols. 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. We are Nextpower ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: Sorocaba, Sao Paulo - BRA[Apply on Nextpower’s careers site →](https://nextracker.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/nextpower_careers/job/Sorocaba-Sao-Paulo---BRA/Systems-Engineer---Tracker-Controls_NX-4439) ## More jobs at Nextpower ### [Civil Engineer I](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nextpower/jobs/f4df4674356a5beaaabf/) Sorocaba, Sao Paulo - BRA ### [Hardware Engineer III](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nextpower/jobs/ae7b09db84485af2f4a9/) Sorocaba, Sao Paulo - BRA ### [Reliability Test Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nextpower/jobs/2e24bdfa792ed5bce6dc/) Sorocaba, Sao Paulo - BRA ### [Robot Operator](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/nextpower/jobs/0df6c187d3746c5e7bf7/) Sorocaba, Sao Paulo - BRA ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [CE Industrial Controls Systems Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/c089f8f10f3ab4c089fe/) Microsoft · Ireland, Dublin ### [Critical Environment Industrial Controls Systems Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/f27ac7b83ffcb9fad473/) Microsoft · Finland, Uusimaa, Helsinki ### [Application Sales Engineer, Power Systems & Controls](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens/jobs/077b3726c2fb2ebb291f/) Siemens ### [Application Engineer - Switchgear Controls & Digital Systems](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/d28591ee66383cd05cb8/) Eaton · Slough, GBR, Hengelo, Netherlands ### [Koordinátor/ka dopravy - Freight Tracker](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/deutsche-post/jobs/5f2d4a834e1850672636/) Deutsche Post · Nitra, Nitriansky kraj, Slovakia OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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