Senior Failure Analysis Engineer, Medium Voltage Transformers – Switchgear

SMA America

. Lead hands-on field failure investigations on medium voltage equipment, including site inspection, electrical testing, teardown, and evidence collection .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $106,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in hands-on field failure investigations and technical failure analysis of medium voltage equipment, utilizing methods such as 8D, 5 Why, and Ishikawa diagramming. Proficient in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to implement effective corrective actions and maintain compliance with quality standards.

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Medium Voltage Equipment InvestigationTechnical Failure Analysis8D Method ExpertiseElectrical Testing ProficiencyCollaboration with Interdisciplinary Teams

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Hard Skills

Failure Mechanism IdentificationRoot Cause AnalysisElectrical TestingData AnalysisQuality Engineering

Soft Skills

Technical ConsultationPresentation SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteSAPSalesforceJIRA

Industry Keywords

Power GenerationSolar IndustryUtility IndustryMedium Voltage EquipmentCustomer Relations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead hands-on field failure investigations on medium voltage equipment, including site inspection, electrical testing, teardown, and evidence collection
Perform technical failure and data analyses to determine failure mechanisms and specific root causes
Apply the 8D method for systematic root cause identification
Ensure analyses are evidence-based, documented in compliance with standards and global processes, and aligned with stakeholder requirements
Conduct initial site analyses and on-site technical evaluations and provide technical consultation
Create detailed failure descriptions and collaborate with headquarters to advise and support other functions
Recognize and document known failure patterns and provide technical expertise to resolve them
Collaborate with interdisciplinary and international teams to implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions
Execute, monitor, and evaluate corrective actions implemented by service teams and suppliers and confirm their effectiveness
Collaborate with Customer Quality, Supplier Quality, and regional functions
Maintain close collaboration with the analysis unit at SMA headquarters and the U.S. application engineering team
Travel approximately 20 to 30% to customer sites, the Rocklin, CA office, and tradeshows as needed
Perform other duties as required or assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field, or equivalent education; Master’s degree preferred
Minimum 7 years of experience in research and development, technical failure analysis, and quality engineering, with a background in customer relations
Hands-on field failure investigation experience on medium voltage equipment, such as transformers, switchgear, or converters, is required
Ability to identify failure mechanisms and specific root causes using site evidence, electrical test results, and physical damage analysis
Expertise in the 8D method, 5 Why, Ishikawa diagramming, and Pareto analysis
Experience in solar, utility, power generation, or another industry where medium voltage equipment is in service
Ability to present quality findings and corrective actions to senior leadership
Ability to travel approximately 20 to 30%, including to customer sites and the Rocklin, CA office
Availability for occasional early morning meetings with headquarters in Germany
Proficiency in written and verbal English is required; German is a plus
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, is required
Experience performing or interpreting medium voltage electrical tests, such as insulation resistance, power factor, turns ratio, and dissolved gas analysis
Experience with hermetically sealed equipment
Working knowledge of SAP, Salesforce, and JIRA

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligibility for a discretionary annual profit sharing bonus
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, including $0 premium options
Remote within the United States
Hybrid or in office presence preferred for candidates within commuting distance of the Rocklin, CA headquarters
401(k) plan with company match
Tuition reimbursement
Opportunities for professional development and training
Inclusive, collaborative, and innovative work environment