Job Description

WORK AUTHORIZATION
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. SMA America does not offer employment visa sponsorship of any kind, including H-1B, OPT, CPT, or TN visas. Candidates who currently require or will in the future require visa sponsorship are not eligible for this role. Candidates operating under a temporary work permit or any visa-tied employment authorization are also not eligible.


The Product Manager, Power Systems Solutions is responsible for managing SMA's inverter portfolio across residential, commercial, and industrial (C&I) segments. This includes string inverters, hybrid inverters, rapid shutdown, and BOS solutions. This role ensures compliance with grid standards, interoperability with storage and BOS components, and successful vendor coordination for inverter-related accessories. The ideal candidate brings strong technical acumen, a comfort with cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to engage regularly with SMA's global headquarters in Germany.

PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the lifecycle of SMA's inverter portfolio, including string inverters, hybrid inverters, rapid shutdown, and BOS solutions for the residential and C&I segments.
• Ensure system interoperability with storage solutions, grid requirements, and third-party BOS equipment.
• Lead certifications, compliance testing, and adherence to regional standards (IEEE, UL, NEC).
• Conduct market and competitor analysis to identify opportunities and threats.
• Develop product requirements, specifications, and business cases for new hardware platforms.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers for inverter-related components.
• Drive and coordinate product launches in alignment with sales and business development.
• Represent SMA in standards committees and regulatory forums.
• Support trade shows, internal training, and customer engagements.
• Travel to Rocklin-based offices, tradeshows, and customer meetings as needed.
• Travel to SMA Headquarters in Kassel, Germany for alignment within the Business Unit.
• Other duties as may be assigned by supervisor or management.

*Note: Please note that degrees completed more than three years ago are preferred for this role, as we are seeking candidates with substantial hands-on industry experience beyond their academic foundation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or energy engineering with a focus on product management or product marketing required. Master's degree in electrical industrial engineering or business administration with a similar focus is a strong plus.
• Minimum 5 to 10 years of relevant work experience.
• Agile certification desired.
• Proven leadership and communication skills, preferably in international settings and at the executive level.
• PV background and experience strongly desired.
• Deep understanding of solar PV inverter market dynamics.
• Adept at developing product roadmaps that align with short, mid-term, and long-term market requirements.
• Strong technical expertise in PV inverter technology and BOS integration.
• Knowledge of compliance standards (IEEE 1547, UL 1741, UL 3741, UL 2941, IEEE 2800).
• Experience managing product lifecycles in global markets.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in the English language, both written and verbal, is required. Proficiency in German or Spanish is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) is required.

WE OFFER

• Base salary range of $129,000 to $145,000 annually, dependent on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage, including $0 premium options.
  Remote-first work schedule. Hybrid or in-office presence preferred for those within commuting distance of our Rocklin, CA office.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Inclusive, collaborative, and innovative work environment.