Senior Field Quality Engineer, Medium Voltage

SMA America

. Ensure analyses are evidence-based, documented in compliance with standards and global processes, and aligned with stakeholder requirements .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $106,000 - $138,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in technical failure analysis and quality management within regulated industries, utilizing methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, and Pareto analysis. Strong collaboration and communication skills are essential for working with cross-functional and international teams to implement effective corrective actions.

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Technical Failure Analysis8D MethodologyMedium Voltage SystemsQuality ManagementCollaboration Skills

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Hard Skills

Technical Failure Analysis8D Methodology5 Why AnalysisIshikawa DiagrammingPareto AnalysisMedium Voltage SystemsElectrical SystemsTransformersSwitchgearConverters

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCollaboration Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteSAPSalesforceJIRA

Industry Keywords

Research and DevelopmentQuality ManagementSolar IndustryAutomotive IndustryAerospace IndustryElectronics IndustryRegulated Industry

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Ensure analyses are evidence-based, documented in compliance with standards and global processes, and aligned with stakeholder requirements
Perform and participate in technical failure and data analyses
Apply the 8D method for systematic root cause identification
Collaborate with interdisciplinary and international teams to implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions
Conduct initial field 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 Customer Quality, Supplier Quality, and regional functions
Maintain close collaboration with SMA headquarters' analysis unit and the U.S. application engineering team
Execute, monitor, and evaluate corrective actions implemented by service teams and suppliers
Travel 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 management, with a background in customer relations
Technical expertise in medium voltage systems, including transformers and switchgear, electrical systems, and converters
Expertise in the 8D method, 5 Why, Ishikawa diagramming, and Pareto analysis
Experience in solar, automotive, aerospace, electronics, or a similar regulated industry
Ability to present quality findings and corrective actions to senior leadership
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional and international teams
Ability to travel regularly, 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 proficiency is a plus
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, is required
Experience with hermetically sealed equipment is a plus
Working knowledge of SAP, Salesforce, and JIRA is a plus
Regional extent of responsibility

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual profit sharing bonus
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, including $0 premium options
Remote work within the United States
401(k) plan with company match
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development and training opportunities
Inclusive, collaborative, and innovative work environment