Job Ref: # 3729685
Date Posted: 9/11/2025
City, State: Phoenix, Arizona
Salary (USD): $32 - $50
Description
The Medium Voltage Specialist will support commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of SMA’s medium-voltage (MV) power conversion and distribution equipment. The Specialist ensures the safe and reliable integration of SMA PV and energy storage systems into the electrical grid. This role involves working directly with customers, contractors, and internal engineering teams to deliver technical support and maintain optimal system performance.
Requirements:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related technical field; equivalent industrial/military experience accepted
- 5+ years of hands-on experience with medium-voltage equipment (5kV–35kV) in power generation, transmission, or distribution
- Strong knowledge of protective relays, breakers, transformers, and switchgear
- Experience with acceptance testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of MV systems
- Ability to read and interpret electrical one-line diagrams, schematics, and wiring diagrams
- Familiarity with SCADA systems, PLCs, and remote monitoring equipment preferred
- Excellent communication, customer service, and mentoring skills
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Ability to travel extensively in the U.S. with occasional international assignments
Responsibilities:
- Install, commission, test, and maintain SMA medium-voltage switchgear, transformers, inverters, and associated electrical systems
- Perform acceptance testing, protective relay testing, and system verification on MV equipment
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical faults, protection system issues, and control system malfunctions
- Support field engineering teams with system startup, grid compliance testing, and utility coordination
- Train customers, site personnel, and contractors on MV products, system operation, and safety practices
- Provide advanced technical support for complex MV system issues; escalate to engineering as needed
- Maintain accurate service documentation, test reports, and compliance records
- Ensure strict adherence to OSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC, and utility-specific safety standards
Physical & Work Requirements:
- Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work outdoors in varying environmental conditions (heat, cold, confined spaces, elevated work areas)
- Comfortable working around high-voltage electrical equipment with full adherence to PPE and safety protocols
- Availability for extended travel and on-call work as required
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
- Company-provided service tools, PPE, laptop, and vehicle for field assignments
- Ongoing professional training and career advancement opportunities
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