Application Guide
How to Apply for Medium Voltage Engineer (Central to Eastern U.S.)
at SMA America
🏢 About SMA America
SMA America is a pioneer in solar technology with over 40 years of experience, focusing on innovative solutions that simplify, secure, and enhance photovoltaic systems. The company stands out for its purpose-driven culture that welcomes bold ideas, emphasizes collaboration, and genuinely supports career growth while working toward global energy independence and a sustainable future.
About This Role
This Medium Voltage Engineer role involves performing warranty repairs, technical support, and testing of SMA's medium voltage products through field work and remote troubleshooting across the Central and Eastern U.S. The position is impactful because it directly supports customers, ensures safe operation of critical energy infrastructure, and contributes to SMA's mission of advancing clean energy technology.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve traveling to a customer site in the Midwest to perform warranty repairs on medium voltage equipment, followed by remote troubleshooting sessions with East Coast clients. You'd collaborate with SMA's service and quality teams to document issues and solutions while ensuring all work meets strict safety standards for high voltage systems.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who SMA America Is Looking For
- Has at least 5 years of hands-on field experience with medium voltage systems as an electrician, journeyman, or engineer
- Possesses 3+ years of specific experience with medium voltage equipment, including cold weld patch repairs and field transformer repairs
- Has 3+ years of background in electrical, electronic, or network communications systems
- Holds a bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent relevant experience
📝 Tips for Applying to SMA America
Highlight specific medium voltage field experience with quantifiable examples (e.g., 'performed 50+ cold weld patch repairs on 15kV systems')
Emphasize your ability to work remotely while supporting customers across multiple states, particularly in the Central/Eastern U.S. region
Demonstrate knowledge of SMA's products by mentioning specific medium voltage equipment you've worked with or similar solar technology
Showcase experience collaborating with service, quality, and supplier teams in technical support scenarios
Include any experience with photovoltaic systems or renewable energy infrastructure to align with SMA's mission
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your hands-on experience with medium voltage equipment repairs and troubleshooting', 'Ability to work independently in field-based, remote settings while maintaining safety compliance', "Passion for renewable energy and SMA's mission of energy independence", 'Experience collaborating across teams to solve complex technical problems']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → SMA's specific medium voltage product lines and recent innovations
- → The company's 'Energy that Changes' philosophy and sustainability initiatives
- → SMA America's presence and projects in the Central/Eastern U.S. region
- → The company's hybrid work model and how field roles integrate with headquarters teams
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying without specific medium voltage field experience (this isn't an entry-level or theoretical engineering role)
- Failing to address the travel/field-based nature of the role (it's remote but requires customer site visits)
- Not demonstrating knowledge of SMA's solar technology focus or renewable energy industry
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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