Sr. Mechanical Test Engineer
Summary
Senior Mechanical Test Engineer (12+ yrs) at clean-energy company Nextpower in Hyderabad: executes mechanical load, foundation, fatigue and dynamometer testing, defines test procedures and fixtures with cross-functional teams, sources and commissions test equipment from vendors, and mentors technicians. Requires a mechanical engineering background plus hydraulics/pneumatics expertise.
Job Description:
Job Description
Experience: 12+ years
Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Test Engineer with strong functional understanding, technical depth, and excellent technical skills. The ideal candidate will collaborate with different engineering and systems teams, driving complex testing tasks
Key Responsibilities
- Execute regular Mechanical Load Testing, Foundation Testing, Fatigue Testing and Dynamometer Testing tasks
- Work with cross-functional teams to understand new product or R&D testing requirements, define test procedures and help design the testing fixtures
- Identify the requirements for new testing equipment/machines to execute new product or R&D testing
- Work with suppliers/vendors to define technical requirements and coordinate with them for manufacturing follow ups. Conduct the Pre Dispatch Inspection before machine/equipment dispatch from vendor location
- Coordinate with facilities team for installation and commissioning of new machines/equipment
- Work with other test lab teams for better collaboration and knowledge sharing
- Implement safer and more efficient work practices
- Mentor new technicians/test engineers
Technical & Functional Skills
- Strong experience in Mechanical Testing techniques
- Strong understanding of hydraulics and pneumatics systems
- Good stakeholder management and communication skills
- Understanding of manufacturing processes
- Strong safety acumen
- Self driven and self motivated individual
Candidate Profile
- Posses mechanical engineering degree or diploma
- Strong functional thinker with technical expertise
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Detail-oriented with strong execution discipline
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.