Senior Application Engineer

SMA America

Senior Application Engineer for SMA specializing in photovoltaic and battery energy storage solutions. Advising customers across North America by analyzing system specifications and providing technical expertise.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeRemote • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $125,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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

What you’ll need

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

Comp & perks

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.

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Hard Skills & Tools

renewable energy engineeringpower electronicsinverterstransformerspower systems designsolar electric installationsystem designPVSystbattery systemsproject management

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationpresentation skillscustomer servicetechnical traininganalytical skillsproblem-solvingcross-functional teamworkadaptabilitytime management