Manager

Nextracker Inc.

. Manage program scope, schedule, and cost for mechanical engineering product development programs .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeHyderabad • IndiaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing mechanical engineering product development programs, including scope, schedule, and cost management. Proficient in cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder alignment, and product lifecycle management to ensure successful product launches.

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Mechanical Engineering PrinciplesProgram ManagementProduct Development LifecycleAgile BoardsSteel Manufacturing Processes

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Hard Skills

Program Scope ManagementCost ManagementRisk EvaluationProduct Launch CoordinationJira AlignProduct Improvement ManagementMechanical Engineering DesignVendor CoordinationCross-Functional Team CoordinationProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Stakeholder AlignmentInterdepartmental CollaborationCommunication SkillsLeadershipTeam Management

Tools & Technologies

JiraAgile Boards

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical EngineeringMaster’s Degree in Relevant Stream

Industry Keywords

Mechanical ManufacturingR&D Product EngineeringSolar EnergySingle-Axis Tracker FunctionalityProduct Costing and Quoting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage program scope, schedule, and cost for mechanical engineering product development programs
Ensure program processes are followed and provide cross-functional support across the company
Lead core tracker product development and improvements from Hyderabad
Align complex stakeholders and coordinate work across the organization for high-volume product delivery
Interact with senior leaders across departments to support successful product launches
Indirectly manage more than 10 contributing team members on most programs, ensuring alignment with program objectives and timelines
Manage projects for core product improvements that support new markets and customers
Manage the R&D budget for core product improvement programs
Ensure all steps from product concept through product launch are included in the product development lifecycle
Create program implementation plans, including risk evaluation and mitigation
Track objectives and epics in Jira Align; assign tasks through Jira and ensure timely closure
Plan timelines and budgets, monitor schedules, and report program status
Create and track product launch milestones
Collaborate with mechanical engineering development and product management teams to solve problems and execute programs
Organize and coordinate interdepartmental design reviews and align stakeholders on next steps
Schedule conference calls and coordinate with vendors for design development and qualification
Support sales with product costing and quoting for new products
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure internal and external documentation is available before product launch
Report to the Senior Manager, Program Management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
Master’s Degree in any relevant stream is preferred
10+ years of program or engineering management related experience
Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and methodologies
Prior experience driving and launching products involving all aspects of the product development cycle
Experience with Agile Boards, vendor coordination, cross-functional team coordination, and product lifecycle steps
Problem-solving skills with new approaches and methods
Strong knowledge of steel manufacturing processes such as sheet metals and castings
Knowledge of solar energy and single-axis tracker functionality/operations is preferred
Mechanical manufacturing industry knowledge is preferred
R&D product engineering design knowledge is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants with a disability during the selection process