Senior Application Engineer

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🏄 California – Remote

🏄 California – Remote

💵 $125k - $145k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟠 Senior

💻 Application Engineer

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SMA America

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201 - 500 employees

⚡ Energy

Energy

SMA America is a company focused on providing innovative solutions for solar energy generation and storage. It offers a range of products including solar inverters, hybrid inverters, battery inverters, and system solutions to help customers generate and manage solar power efficiently. The company emphasizes the importance of sustainability and energy independence, and aims to empower both individuals and businesses to achieve carbon neutrality by harnessing the power of renewable energy. SMA America also provides comprehensive service and support for its products, along with educational resources through the SMA Solar Academy. The company's mission aligns with promoting the transition to a more sustainable, climate-friendly future through advanced energy solutions.

📋 Description

• Serve as a senior technical specialist for SMA, assisting customers with technical questions via telephone, email, and face-to-face meetings. • Review customer and utility interconnection requirements and help select the appropriate SMA products and services; assist customers in the project design process and support key and EPC customers. • Serve as a liaison between the U.S. sales team and the technical team at SMA headquarters in Germany. • Create and deliver internal and external technical training materials and presentations. • Develop sales materials for use by the sales team during customer meetings and new client engagements. • Conduct competitor analysis and provide technical argumentation to effectively compete against analyzed products and solutions. • Attend industry conferences and trade shows as necessary. • Interface with product management, engineering, and service teams to ensure alignment on technical requirements. • Other duties as may be required or assigned.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, or equivalent relevant experience, is required. A master's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering is a strong plus. • Minimum 5--7 years of experience in renewable energy engineering. Experience in PV or storage systems and solutions is a plus. • In-depth knowledge of power electronics, including inverters and transformers, is preferred. • In-depth knowledge of power systems design is preferred. • Sound knowledge of the U.S. energy sector, including applicable norms, standards, and regulations, is strongly desired. • Knowledge of the energy sector in Mexico and/or Central America is a plus. • Knowledge of solar electric (PV) installation and system design is preferred. • Knowledge of PVSyst or similar PV system modeling tools is preferred. • Knowledge of battery systems and solutions is preferred. • Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment managing multiple projects concurrently. • Willingness to travel periodically domestically and internationally, including to Canada, Latin America, and SMA headquarters in Kassel, Germany. • Proficiency in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills, is required. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) is required. • Note: Degrees completed more than three years ago are preferred for this role, as we are seeking candidates with substantial hands-on industry experience beyond their academic foundation.

🏖️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage, including $0 premium options. • Remote-first work schedule. Continental U.S. candidates only. • Relocation assistance available; budget to be confirmed. • 401(k) plan with company match. • Opportunities for professional development, training, and industry engagement. • Inclusive, collaborative, and innovative work environment with global cross-functional exposure.