Systems Engineer

Jobvite, Inc.; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSUs

Bonus programme

Wellbeing benefits

Annual reviews

Career growth

Lab facilities

Global collaboration

Job summary

Enphase Energy is seeking a Systems Engineer to join a multidisciplinary team responsible for defining, integrating, validating, and testing next-generation energy solutions. The role suits engineers with a passion for renewable energy, innovation, and hands-on development in a fast-paced R&D environment.

You will execute DVT, build automated test frameworks, and create Python-based automation to control lab equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Computer Engineering or Computer Science.
• Approximately 1+ years of relevant industry experience or equivalent practical engineering experience.
• Hands-on experience with electrical, electronic, embedded, or software systems.
• Understanding of source control, release management, and version control practices.

Responsibilities

• Execute Design Verification Testing (DVT) to validate system designs.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts for software and hardware systems.
• Create Python-based automation solutions to control laboratory equipment (grid simulators, power analysers, oscilloscopes, SAS, programmed loads).
• Investigate system failures identified during testing and perform root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop effective test strategies and plans.
• Manage test results databases and perform data analysis using manual and Python-based tools.

Skills

1+ years experience

Embedded systems

Python

Software concepts

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in EE/CS

Tools

Python

Job description

Enphase Energy is a global energy technology company and a leading provider of solar, battery, and electric vehicle charging products. Founded in 2006, our innovative microinverter technology revolutionized solar power, making it a safer, more reliable, and scalable energy source. Today, the Enphase Energy System enables users to make, use, save, and sell their own power. Enphase is also one of the most successful and innovative clean energy companies in the world, with more than 80 million products shipped across 160 countries.

Join our dynamic teams designing and developing next-gen energy technologies and help drive a sustainable future!

About the Role

As a Systems Engineer, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team responsible for defining, integrating, validating, and testing the behaviour of Enphase's next-generation energy solutions.

This role is ideal for motivated engineers with a background in electrical, electronics, software, or computer systems engineering who are passionate about renewable energy, innovation, and product development. You will gain hands-on experience working with advanced technologies in a collaborative, fast-paced R&D environment.

What You'll Do

• Execute Design Verification Testing (DVT) to ensure comprehensive validation of system designs.
• Design, develop, and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts for software and hardware systems.
• Create Python-based automation solutions to control and integrate laboratory equipment, including grid simulators, power analysers, oscilloscopes, solar array simulators (SAS), programmable loads, and Enphase products.
• Investigate system failures identified during testing and perform root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to understand product requirements and develop effective test strategies.
• Manage test results databases and perform test data analysis using both manual techniques and Python-based tools.
• Prepare and maintain test plans, procedures, and verification reports.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Approximately 1+ years of relevant industry experience, or equivalent practical engineering experience.
• Hands-on experience working with electrical, electronic, embedded, or software systems. Engineers who enjoy building, experimenting, and creating are encouraged to apply.
• Working knowledge of software development concepts, including source control, release management, and version control practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse team environment.
• A passion for technology, innovation, and accelerating the transition to clean energy.

Why Join Enphase?

At Enphase, you'll have the opportunity to work on industry-leading products that are helping create a more sustainable future.

Employee Benefits

• Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) as part of total compensation
• Performance-based bonus programme
• Comprehensive wellbeing and insurance benefits for you and your family
• Annual performance and development reviews
• Career growth and learning opportunities
• Access to world-class laboratory facilities and equipment
• Exposure to cutting-edge clean energy technologies
• A collaborative global engineering environment

About the Christchurch Team

Enphase Energy's New Zealand facilities are located in Middleton and Wigram, Christchurch, serving as key Research and Development centres for our flagship microinverter technology.

Our New Zealand team includes more than 120 engineers and support professionals who work closely with colleagues across California, Texas, and Bangalore to develop and test innovative energy solutions used around the world.

Additional Information

All offers of employment are subject to standard background and pre-employment checks.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered for this position.

Join Enphase and help power the world's transition to a smarter, cleaner energy future.