Service Engineer – Houston Metro (Needville, TX)

SMA America • Houston, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Service Engineer is responsible for maintaining utility and commercial inverters, PV Solar equipment, and customer site equipment at an assigned onsite location. This is a full-time, onsite-only role based at a utility-scale solar site in Needville, TX. Candidates must reside within one hour of the site (102 J C Wicks, Needville, TX 77461).

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in PV Solar and/or PV Solar O&M.
• At least 3 years of experience in electrical, electronic, and/or network communications are required.
• Proficiency in the English language, both written and verbal, is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) is required.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy are required.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems effectively.
• Ability to work from heights, on ladders, or lift equipment.
• On-call availability required; daily onsite presence is expected.

Nice To Haves

• O&M field experience strongly preferred; back-shop or shop electrical backgrounds also considered.
• California Electrical License or Electrical Contractors license preferred.
• NABCEP Certification is strongly preferred.
• An associate's degree or equivalent years of service in a technical field is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of solar and/or alternative energy markets is preferred.
• Knowledge of National Electric Code(s) and Electrical Safety Code(s) is preferred.
• German and/or Spanish language skills are a plus.
• Forklift experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Commissions, troubleshoots, repairs, and analyzes utility and commercial inverters, PV Solar equipment, and customer site equipment in the field.
• Performs DC tracker system maintenance, panel replacement, substation switching, site inspections, and inverter system operations.
• Operates heavy equipment as required by site conditions and scope.
• Develops a detailed knowledge of SMA's and other utility and commercial inverter products, associated PV accessories, site equipment, and third-party accessories installed at the customer site.
• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable National Electric and Electrical Safety Codes (NEC, NFPA70E, NESC, OSHA).
• Regularly works with high voltage DC electricity, low and medium voltage three-phase power, SCADA or third-party monitoring, and the relevant software and firmware of inverter and site equipment.
• Performs O&M activities across the full scope of the site — not limited to inverter work.
• Maintains a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Other duties may be required or assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage (including $0 premium options).
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Inclusive, collaborative, and innovative work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree