Senior Power Systems Engineer, IBR Modeling, PSS/E and PSCAD

About this role

Why Work at SMA America Power the future. Build your career at SMA America. As the U.S. subsidiary of SMA Solar Technology AG, we have been at the forefront of solar inverter technology since 1981, developing solutions that make photovoltaic power plants simpler, more reliable, safer, and more cost effective. Headquartered in Rocklin, California, SMA America has spent more than two decades helping homes, businesses, and utilities across the country generate clean, reliable power.

We are the only inverter manufacturer in the world offering solutions for every system size, from residential rooftops to large scale utility plants, backed by more than 1,500 patents and a presence in over 190 countries. Innovation is only part of the story. We invest in our people, create room to grow, challenge conventional thinking, and protect a culture where teammates genuinely care about each other and the work.

We hire capable people and give them the space to do the job, with clear expectations, open door leadership, and real autonomy. If you are passionate about driving positive change and want a career where you can take ownership of your work, we would love to meet you. Together, we are not just part of the energy transition, we are helping drive it forward. Senior Power Systems Engineer, IBR Modeling, PSS/E and PSCAD Remote, United States LOCATION AND WORK MODEL This position is remote and open to candidates residing within the continental United States.

The role includes occasional international travel, including visits to SMA headquarters in Kassel, Germany. PURPOSE OF THE POSITION The Senior Power Systems Engineer provides power system modeling and grid integration analysis for SMA's utility scale photovoltaic and battery energy storage solutions. The role supports the U.S. Application Engineering team by producing the analytical inputs required for dynamic and steady state studies, electromagnetic transient analysis, and interconnection and regulatory compliance evaluations using industry standard simulation models.

Success in this position requires a solid foundation in power system engineering, working proficiency with simulation tools including PSS/E and PSCAD/EMTDC, and a practical understanding of inverter based resource behavior and control. The ideal candidate brings analytical rigor, a collaborative approach, and the ability to work effectively across U.S. and global teams. PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES Perform modeling and analysis of utility scale solar, storage, and hybrid power plants in support of the U.S.