Why Work at SMA America
At SMA America, we believe in Energy that Changes. Since 1981, we’ve been developing innovative solar technology that simplifies, secures, and enhances the performance of photovoltaic systems — all while pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in clean energy.
But we’re not just transforming power — we’re empowering people.
We’ve built a culture where bold ideas are welcomed, collaboration is second nature, and your career growth truly matters. With our Rocklin, CA headquarters as the hub, we offer a hybrid work model, competitive benefits, and a team-driven environment where your impact is seen and felt.
Whether you’re a sales expert, service pro, or engineering innovator, if you’re ready to join a purpose-driven team committed to shaping the future of energy — we’d love to meet you.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITON
The Product Manager, DC/DC has two main functions attributed to the position. The first function (80%) is to lead the development, performance, and strategic direction of SM’s utility-scale DC coupled products offering based on the Dynapower product line. The second function (20%) is to act as the main point of contact for the U.S. manufacturing partner as regards to product management related topics. The Product Manager, DC/DC Converter bridges product management, service analytics, and cross-organizational coordination to ensure technical excellence, customer satisfaction, and market competitiveness. The Product Manager, DC/DC Converter is the primary liaison between SMA’s U.S. based manufacturing partner for string inverters and the central product management team.
PRIMARY DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Control the lifecycle of the DPS DC/DC converter for utility-scale applications, driving feature development, cost control, documentation updates, and market alignment in close cooperation with the supplier. (Function 1)
- Serve as the primary contact person for product-related inquiries across Service, Support, Supplier Quality, Purchasing, and Pre-Sales teams. (Function 1)
- Continuously enhance product functionality in cooperation with the supplier based on feedback from Sales, Service, Applications Engineering, and direct customer input. (Function 1)
- Conduct competitive research on DC-coupled system architectures to identify market opportunities and inform product positioning. (Function 1)
- Support the analysis of site-wide DPS issues across multiple installations to identify systemic trends and root causes in cooperation with Supplier Quality. (Function 1)
- Collaborate with OEM partner Dynapower and SMA Engineering to develop and deploy new DPS firmware and optimized settings. (Function 1)
- Participate in regular cross-functional meetings with Dynapower to track progress on open service and engineering items. (Function 1)
- Monitor service case history to uncover patterns and drive improvements in both product design and service processes. (Function 1)
- Produce a monthly DPS Demand Plan Report to support internal planning, inventory management, and forecast accuracy. (Function 1)
- Develop and present monthly KPI updates for SMA America’s Large Scale Management Team, tracking: DPS failure rates, Case volumes (opened/closed), Open and forecasted orders. (Function 1)
- Ensure continued compliance of the product to meet U.S. market requirements, including regulatory compliance in close cooperation with the HQ product management team. (Function 2)
- On case-by-case basis, support the DVS String with local market feedback, customer needs, and competitor insights. (Function 2)
- Provide product expertise to local sales, service, and marketing teams in cooperation with the DVS String PM staff. (Function 2)
- Support product launches, training sessions, and customer events in the U.S. (Function 2)
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor and/or manager.
REQUIRED TRAINING (TYPE / DURATION / FIELD / ADDITIONAL TRAINING)
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, MBA is a plus or commercial experience.
REQUIRED RELEVANT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
- 5 - 7 years’ experience in similar, relevant field.
- Experience with firmware development cycles and control system tuning.
- Proficiency in technical documentation and KPI reporting.
- Knowledge of competitive dynamics in solar, storage, and utility-scale energy markets.
OTHER SPECIALIZED SKILLS
- Proven experience in product management, service engineering, or technical program coordination within the renewable energy or power electronics sector.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex (service) data and translate insights into actionable improvements.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across internal teams and external OEM and manufacturing partners.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with international teams.
- Familiarity with DC-coupled architectures, string inverter systems, and grid-tied energy infrastructure.
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal are required.
- Ability to communicate effectively across cross-functional, international teams.
- Knowledge of Photovoltaics is required.
- Experience in managing product lifecycles.
- Proven ability to work effectively in a matrix organization.
- Demonstrated ability to translate conceptual goals into actionable tasks.
WE OFFER
- The salary range for this position is $104,000 - $134,000 per year, dependent upon experience
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental and vision coverage (including $0 premium options)
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- Inclusive, collaborative, and innovative work environment
Our EEO Policy
We are an equal opportunity employer and we make our employment decisions on the basis of merit and without regard to one’s race, color, creed, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender identity, religion, marital status, age (over 40), national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability (includes HIV/Aids), medical condition (cancer, genetic characteristics), veteran’s status, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by law.
In accordance with applicable law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, SMA will attempt to reasonably accommodate qualified applicants with known disabilities, unless doing so would create an undue hardship on SMA. Any qualified applicant with a disability who believes he or she requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job for which he or she is applying should identify the accommodation(s) needed in the application.
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What We Do
Innovative and sustainable key technologies are prerequisites for renewable energy supply. More than 3,000 employees from 18 countries work to ensure that SMA is actively helping to promote the production and development of PV system technology worldwide.
SMA is the only inverter manufacturer worldwide that offers the right inverter for every module type and system size ; for small residential systems, medium-sized commercial systems and large-scale plants; grid-connected photovoltaic systems; and off-grid and hybrid systems.
SMA also develops technologically leading system solutions and is on the leading edge of the energy of the future, in areas such as intelligent optimization of self-consumption, grid integration of solar power and integration of batteries for more effective use of renewable energies.
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