SMA America
SMA America
201 – 500 Darbuotojai
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SMA America develops solar energy generation and storage solutions, including solar, hybrid, and battery inverters and integrated system products. Its equipment helps individuals and businesses convert, store, and manage solar power. The company also supports customers with product services and learning resources through the SMA Solar Academy. SMA America works in renewable energy technology and manufacturing, serving a market shaped by the shift toward lower-carbon energy and greater energy independence.

Senior Failure Analysis Engineer, Medium Voltage Equipment

Investigate failures in medium-voltage transformers, switchgear, and converters for SMA America, a solar inverter manufacturer. Establish evidence-based root causes and guide corrective actions with global teams.

Aprašymas

  • Lead field investigations of medium-voltage equipment through site inspections, electrical testing, teardown, and evidence gathering.
  • Analyze technical failures and data to identify failure mechanisms and root causes.
  • Use the 8D method to conduct structured root cause investigations.
  • Document evidence-based analyses in line with applicable standards, global processes, and stakeholder needs.
  • Carry out initial site analyses and technical evaluations, and provide consultation on site.
  • Prepare detailed failure reports and work with headquarters to advise and support other teams.
  • Identify and record recurring failure patterns, applying technical expertise to help resolve them.
  • Partner with international, cross-functional teams to put lasting corrective and preventive measures in place.
  • Track and assess corrective measures taken by service teams and suppliers, and verify their effectiveness.
  • Work with Customer Quality, Supplier Quality, and regional teams.
  • Coordinate closely with SMA’s headquarters analysis unit and U.S. application engineering team.
  • Travel about 20–30% to customer locations, the Rocklin, California office, and trade shows as needed.
  • Take on other duties as assigned.

Reikalavimai

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, electrical engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent education; a master’s degree is preferred.
  • At least seven years of experience in research and development, technical failure analysis, and quality engineering, including customer relations.
  • Required hands-on field investigation experience with medium-voltage equipment such as transformers, switchgear, or converters.
  • Ability to determine failure mechanisms and root causes from site evidence, electrical test results, and physical damage analysis.
  • Expertise in the 8D method, 5 Whys, Ishikawa diagrams, and Pareto analysis.
  • Experience in solar, utilities, power generation, or another industry that uses medium-voltage equipment.
  • Ability to present quality findings and corrective measures to senior leaders.
  • Ability to travel about 20–30%, including to customer sites and the Rocklin, California office.
  • Availability for occasional early-morning meetings with headquarters in Germany.
  • Fluent written and spoken English is required; German is an advantage.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel is required.
  • Experience conducting or interpreting medium-voltage electrical tests, including insulation resistance, power factor, turns ratio, and dissolved gas analysis.
  • Experience with hermetically sealed equipment.
  • Working knowledge of SAP, Salesforce, and JIRA.

Privalumai

  • May qualify for an annual discretionary profit-sharing bonus.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, including options with no employee premium.
  • Remote work within the United States.
  • Hybrid or office attendance is preferred for candidates within commuting distance of the Rocklin, California headquarters.
  • 401(k) plan with an employer match.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • Inclusive, collaborative, and innovative workplace.

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