Application Engineer

ppRequired Travel: Frequent travel availability /p pLocation: Milano, IT, 20142 /p pbENERGY THAT CHANGES: /b Innovative and sustainable key technologies are prerequisites for renewable energy supply. More than 3,000 employees from 20 countries work to ensure that SMA is actively helping to promote the production and development of PV system technology worldwide. /p pWould you like to play a part in shaping the energy supply of the future?Welcome to SMA. /p pbbe energy. /bYour energy can thrive with us. Respond to changes in an active, bold and targeted way.br/#equalopportunities#developmentopportunities#talentmanagement /p pbbe flexible. /bConditions can change, so our work schedule models offer you a solution.br/#flexibleworkinghours#remoteworking#parttimeopportunities /p pbbe family. /bA sense of community and camaraderie is important to us. We offer work-life-balance.br/#vacationcare#familyservices#emergencychildcare /p h3REPORTING TO: SENIOR APPLICATION ENGINEER PJM ITALY /h3 h3POSITION TYPE: PERMANENT /h3 h3PURPOSE OF THE POSITION /h3 pThe Application Engineer is responsible for providing advanced technical support, application expertise, and strategic consulting to customers across the design and optimization of solar, storage, and integrated energy solutions. /p pThe role ensures the effective integration and application of SMA products and solutions, working closely with customers and the Sales team to address technical requirements, optimizing system design, and support successful project execution. The position also serves as a key technical reference for the SMA Sales organization, contributing to the development and delivery of technical and product training programs for both internal teams and customers. /p pThis position offers strong exposure to customer-facing technical challenges, innovative energy solutions, and cross-functional collaboration, providing opportunities to develop deeper application expertise and progressively take on broader technical and strategic responsibilities within SMA. /p h3MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES /h3 ul liProvide high-level technical support and engineering consulting to customers, resolving complex technical issues and optimizing system performance. /li liCollaborate with the Sales team on PV and energy storage projects on the utility-scale segments, providing in-depth technical analysis and supporting solution design. /li liAttending customer meetings together with the sales team, acting as the direct interface with the customer's various departments. /li liLead technical discussions and provide engineering support for utility-scale projects, including plant design optimization, integration with medium-voltage (MV) systems, and compliance with grid connection requirements (Terna, local DSOs, and CEI 0-16/0-21 standards). /li liCoordinate with Product Managers and relevant Italian regulatory authorities (ARERA, Terna, GSE) to ensure compliance with product certification and regulatory requirements, contributing to successful market launches. /li liContribute technical content and expertise to sales and marketing initiatives (product launches, trade shows, events), including technical presentations and speaking engagements. /li liDesign, develop, and deliver advanced technical training programs and workshops for customers and employees, both at SMA facilities and on customer sites. /li liDevelop training materials aligned with market requirements, emerging technical trends, and engineering best practices. /li liContribute to the planning of training content and schedules to support the continuous technical development of Distribution Partners and internal teams. /li /ul h3PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE /h3 pMinimum 3 years of experience in pre-sales, application engineering, or an equivalent role within the electrical engineering field, with proven expertise in technical problem-solving and solution design. /p h3REQUIRED EDUCATION /h3 pDegree/master’s degree in engineering or a related field, with preferred previous professional experience in electrical engineering. /p h3OTHER COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS /h3 ul liIn-depth knowledge of the Italian electrical energy market, photovoltaic systems, energy storage systems, EV charging infrastructure, and related monitoring and control systems. /li liProven experience in the configuration and simulation of PV and energy storage systems using industry-standard software such as PV*Sol, PVsyst, Sunny Design, or similar tools. /li liExcellent knowledge of the MS Office suite, particularly PowerPoint and Excel. /li liFamiliarity with project planning and management tools, including Gantt charts and similar project scheduling tools. /li liStrong technical expertise, a solution-oriented mindset, and excellent customer-facing communication skills, with the ability to work independently. /li liAbility to manage a complex technical workload, handling multiple priorities in parallel. /li liFlexibility and ability to effectively switch between different engineering and technical support activities. /li /ul h3EXTENT OF RESPONSIBILITY /h3 pWillingness to travel for customer visits, training, and technical support. /p h3LANGUAGES /h3 pNative Italian speaker with excellent written and spoken English (international context exposure and headquarter based in Germany). /p h3BENEFIT /h3 pThe remuneration package includes: /p ul liAnnual performance bonus according to company incentive scheme /li liSupplementary pension plan, subject to applicable eligibility criteria. /li /ul pRemuneration is determined based on: /p ul liRelevant professional experience /li liTechnical and functional skills (including multi-country experience) /li liScope and complexity of the role /li /ul h3EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES /h3 pWe are committed to equal opportunities. Applications will be assessed based on skills, qualifications and experience. /p h3Ready for your next career move? /h3 pSMA is committed to equal opportunity and diversity – regardless of gender, age, origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr