Senior Application Engineer - C&I

Sol-Ark; Allen (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solar solutions provider is seeking a technical engineer to support commercial and industrial solar systems in Allen, Texas. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and over 5 years of experience in the solar industry. Responsibilities include assisting sales teams, conducting tests, and providing training on solar technologies. Strong communication skills and compliance knowledge are essential. Candidates must be authorized to work in the US without visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial and/or residential solar energy.
• Minimum of 2 years in testing and product support of solar/energy storage technologies.
• Familiar with UL 1741, IEEE 1547, UL 9540.

Responsibilities

• Assist sales teams with technical questions and site assessments.
• Support EPC contractors in designing solar systems.
• Conduct tests on HV inverters and produce reports.
• Provide training on solar products and technologies.
• Stay current with industry trends and regulations.

Skills

Technical sales support

System design

Product development

Training and education

Customer support

Collaboration

Industry research

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

Modbus RTU

Canbus protocol

Job description

Location

This position will be onsite at our corporate offices in Allen, Texas (Dallas - Fort Worth area).

Not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Support for Technical Sales: Assist sales/FAE teams with technical questions, site assessments, and system design in large projects.
• System Design and Engineering: Support EPC contractors in designing and engineering commercial and industrial solar systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Product Development: Collaborate with product and R&D teams to develop and improve solar products and services.
• Product Test: Conduct a variety of tests of HV inverters, BESS, and produce detailed reports.
• Training and Education: Provide training and education to application engineering, technical support, sales/FAE teams, customers, and partners on solar products and technologies.
• Industry Research: Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and regulations, applying this knowledge to improve business operations.
• Market knowledge: Ideal candidate shall have an in depth understanding of emerging application areas to apply renewable energy.
• Customer Support: Assist the technical support team in addressing complex customer inquiries and resolving technical issues.
• Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and operations, to drive business growth.
• Codes and Regulatory: Stay updated on codes and regulatory changes to advise the company on compliance and business opportunities.
• Thought Leadership: Represent the company as a solar expert, presenting at industry events and contributing to industry publications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with a focus on power systems or power electronics from an accredited university.
• 5+ years of experience in commercial and/or residential solar energy combined.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the testing and product support of solar and/or energy storage technologies.
• Familiarity with evaluating products for compliance with UL 1741, IEEE 1547, UL 9540, UL 9540A and including NEC Knowledge.
• Strong understanding of Modbus RTU and Canbus protocol is highly preferable.
• Preferred Industry-recognized certifications (e.g., NABCEP).
• Strong technical knowledge of solar systems, design, and installation.
• Excellent communication, training, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing industry conditions.
• Work Eligibility: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer-sponsored visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• At this time, Sol-Ark is unable to consider candidates on F1-OPT status.

Note: This description reflects the requirements and responsibilities as provided and does not introduce new information.