Senior Electrical Test and Failure Investigation Engineer — Medium Voltage

Job overview

The Senior Electrical Test and Failure Investigation Engineer — Medium Voltage is a remote role within the United States; hybrid or in-office presence is preferred for candidates near Rocklin, CA. Pay is $120,000–$150,000 per year, with flexibility above that range for a candidate who clearly exceeds the requirements. SMA America develops solar inverter technology and solutions for photovoltaic power plants. The engineer investigates field failures in medium-voltage equipment and determines evidence-based root causes. The role protects customer and brand quality by documenting findings and driving sustainable corrective and preventive actions with service teams, suppliers, and international colleagues.

What you'll do

• Lead field investigations of failed medium-voltage transformers, switchgear, and converters
• conduct site inspections, electrical testing, teardown, and evidence collection
• interpret test results and physical damage to determine failure mechanisms and root causes
• document investigations using the 8D process and methods such as 5 Why, Ishikawa, and Pareto analysis
• conduct site evaluations and provide technical consultation
• collaborate with headquarters and cross-functional teams
• monitor corrective actions and confirm effectiveness
• travel approximately 20–30% to customer sites, Rocklin, CA, and trade shows as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

electrical engineer

failure investigation

medium voltage

root cause analysis

transformers

switchgear

converters

solar energy

remote us

20–30% travel

sma america

$120k–$150k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision coverage, including $0 premium options
• 401(k) with company match
• tuition reimbursement
• professional development and training
• discretionary annual profit-sharing bonus eligibility.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent education and experience; at least seven years of relevant experience; and hands-on medium-voltage field failure investigation experience. Travel is approximately 20–30%. Occasional early-morning meetings with headquarters in Germany may be required.

About the employer

SMA America is hiring for this role. Industry: Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing. Sector: 33.