Field Service Engineer, Medium Voltage III, Western Region

Job overview

The Field Service Engineer, Medium Voltage III, Western Region role is field-based, with a home office in the Western region; candidates must reside in Arizona, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, or Wyoming. The listed compensation is $44–$59 per hour. SMA America develops solar inverter technology supporting clean, reliable power. The engineer leads crews performing advanced testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical equipment and systems. Technical leadership, safety practices, project coordination, and customer communication help ensure reliable, high-quality execution of medium- and high-voltage field work.

What you'll do

• Lead job-site safety briefings and crews testing, inspecting, and maintaining electrical equipment
• install and service breakers, transformers, grounding and battery systems, and switchgear
• troubleshoot electrical and control systems
• analyze test results
• direct repairs
• prepare reports and project documentation
• coordinate field projects and resources
• train and mentor engineers
• coordinate with engineering, project teams, and customers.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

field service engineer

medium voltage iii

western region

field-based

$44–$59/hour

80% travel

substation equipment

electrical testing

crew leadership

solar energy

sma america

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

Why this role

Approximately 80% travel, primarily across the Western region, with occasional travel elsewhere in the U.S. and internationally. Weekend or night work may be needed when customer site requirements call for it. Medium Voltage III specialization and field crew leadership are central to the role.

About the employer

SMA America is hiring for this role. Industry: Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance. Sector: 81.