Field Service Engineer, Medium Voltage I — Midwest

Job overview

The Field Service Engineer, Medium Voltage I role is field-based across the Midwest, with candidates required to reside in the region; the listing identifies Columbus, OH. Compensation is $36.00–$42.00 per hour. SMA America develops solar inverter technology and solutions supporting photovoltaic power generation. Working under direct supervision, this entry-level engineer assists with installation, inspection, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of electrical and control systems in SMA inverter and medium-voltage equipment. The role builds foundational utility-grade medium- and high-voltage skills while supporting safe, quality field service; regional travel is approximately 80%, with occasional travel elsewhere in the United States and internationally.

What you'll do

• Attend job-site safety briefings
• assist with testing, inspection, and maintenance of high-, medium-, and low-voltage equipment
• troubleshoot electrical and control systems and assist with corrective actions
• perform repairs and maintenance under Level II or III supervision
• complete test reports
• support project planning and work sequencing
• maintain tools, work areas, and spare-parts inventory
• work with senior technicians and engineers.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

field service engineer

medium voltage

electrical systems

solar inverter technology

field-based

midwest region

columbus oh

approximately 80% travel

$36–$42 per hour

company vehicle

avo training

sma america

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision coverage, including $0 premium options
• 401(k) with company match
• company vehicle
• SMA-sponsored AVO certification training
• professional development and advancement path.

Why this role

Approximately 80% regional travel; company vehicle provided; SMA-sponsored AVO certification training and a stated development path from Level I to Level II and Level III.

About the employer

SMA America is hiring for this role. Industry: Engineering Services. Sector: 54.