Senior Application Engineer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Act as a senior technical expert for SMA, providing assistance to customers with technical inquiries through telephone, email, and in-person meetings.

• Evaluate customer and utility interconnection prerequisites and aid in selecting the suitable SMA products and services; support customers during the project design phase and offer assistance to key and EPC clients.

• Function as a bridge between the U.S. sales division and the technical team at SMA headquarters located in Germany.

• Develop and present both internal and external technical training resources and presentations.

• Create sales materials for the sales team to utilize during client meetings and new business interactions.

• Perform competitor analysis and supply technical arguments to effectively compete against evaluated products and solutions.

• Attend industry conferences and trade shows as required.

• Collaborate with product management, engineering, and service teams to ensure consistency on technical requirements.

• Fulfill additional responsibilities as needed or assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, or equivalent relevant experience is mandatory. A master's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering is highly advantageous.

• A minimum of 5 to 7 years of experience in renewable energy engineering is expected. Experience with PV or storage systems and solutions is a plus.

• Extensive knowledge of power electronics, particularly inverters and transformers, is preferred.

• Comprehensive understanding of power systems design is favored.

• Strong familiarity with the U.S. energy sector, including relevant norms, standards, and regulations, is highly desired.

• Knowledge of the energy sector in Mexico and/or Central America is a bonus.

• Awareness of solar electric (PV) installation and system design is preferred.

• Familiarity with PVSyst or similar PV system modeling tools is advantageous.

• Understanding of battery systems and solutions is preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across functions and perform effectively in a dynamic environment managing multiple projects simultaneously.

• Openness to periodic travel both 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.

• Expertise in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) is essential.

• Note: Candidates whose degrees were completed more than three years ago are preferred for this role, as we seek individuals with considerable hands-on industry experience beyond their academic background.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision coverage, with $0 premium options available.

• Remote-first work arrangement. Candidates from the continental U.S. only.

• Relocation assistance is offered; budget to be confirmed.

• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions.

• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and industry involvement.

• An inclusive, collaborative, and innovative work environment that offers global cross-functional exposure.