Application Engineer - UK at Sma Solar in Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

grid certification

project support

training material

tech support

training delivery

sales enablement

Coordination with SMA Product Managers and UK/IRE grid regulation bodies to ensure that all product certification requirements are provided ahead of time.
Assisting the SMA Sales team with solar and storage projects in the residential, commercial and utility segments.
Develops training material content in line with current market requirements and technical trends.
Providing high-level technical support to SMA’s customers and the SMA Distribution Partners.
Performing in-house and external training courses for customers and employees as well as on-site at the customer training facilities.
Support sales & marketing teams in activities such as product launches, exhibitions, roadshows, product positioning, expert talks, tech-tips etc…
Develops and implements comprehensive content plans and strategic training schedules.
Supporting the Sales team with utility-scale solar and storage project enquiries – including plant design optimization, MV requirements and grid connection requirements.

Requirements

pv‑syst

excel

electrical engineering

pre‑sales

photovoltaics

english

Ability to manage heavy and varied workloads.
Ideally has in-depth knowledge of the UK electricity market and photovoltaics, battery storage systems, EV chargers and their monitoring devices.
Experienced in configuring solar/storage plants in PV-Syst, PV*Sol, SunnyDesign etc.
Has an excellent working knowledge of MS Office applications, particularly PowerPoint & Excel.
Flexibility, dynamism and ability to juggle diverse roles simultaneously is key for this exciting role.
Has at least three years of working experience as a pre-sales engineer or equivalent role.
Fluency in English language (written and oral) is a must, German/French/Dutch is a plus.
Willing to frequently travel within UK, and more occasionally in West European countries.
Has a strong sales and customer focus, good people skills and is a highly motivated self-starter.
Requires a Bachelor’s degree or similar in Electrical Engineering with several years of work experience in an electrical technical environment.

Benefits

Other: benefits plan (medical insurance, pension plan, long-term disability and life insurance).
Base Salary: depending on the qualification of the candidate.

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

€1.9 billion

Annual Revenue

Generated in 2023, showcasing its growth as a publicly listed SDAX company.

99.2%

Conversion Efficiency

Achieved by its Sunny Central Storage UP‑S battery inverter for grid‑scale applications.

Since 1981

Foundation Year

Pioneering inverter technology for photovoltaic systems, establishing a legacy in renewable energy.

It transformed from a regional high‑tech start‑up into a publicly listed SDAX company.
Its core business centers on developing inverters—from home systems to multi‑megawatt utility‑scale—and integrated energy management.
Typical projects range from rooftop residential solar installations to large solar farms and grid‑scale battery storage plants.
SMA also expands into hybrid inverter systems, e‑mobility charging, monitoring platforms, and digital energy offerings.
The company owns a flagship high‑efficiency inverter factory, capable of producing thousands of units per day with its SMArtflow process.

Culture + Values

Certified since 2018

ISO 45001 Certification

The company has been ISO 45001 certified since 2018, ensuring a safe and non-discriminatory working environment for its employees.

SMA Employee Code of Conduct defines clear standards: act ethically, sustainably and with integrity at all times, assume corporate responsibility and treat others with respect.
High level of commitment and willingness of employees to always learn are key factors for the success of the SMA Group.

Environment + Sustainability

96.5% Repair Success

Global Repair Center Efficiency

High repair-and-reuse rates achieved with a 96.5% success rate in 2024.

60% Emission Reduction

Science-Based Targets

Aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 60% by 2030, validated by the SBTi.

82% Recyclable Materials

Sustainable Inverter Design

82% of materials used in inverters are recyclable, supporting circular economy practices.

6th Most Sustainable

Corporate Knights Ranking

Ranked 6th in the 2025 Corporate Knights Global 100 Index of most sustainable companies.

Implementing ISO 14001 environmental management and ISO 50001 energy management systems to improve environmental performance.
Life‑cycle assessments for Sunny Highpower PEAK3 and Sunny Central UP certified by DEKRA: CO₂ payback period 1.0–1.4 years (PEAK3) and 1.2–1.6 years (Central UP), with product lifecycle approx. 20 years.

Inclusion & Diversity

DE&I concept built around four pillars: Create awareness; Leadership culture; Strengthening equitable processes and structures; Promotion and retention of female employees.
Promotes awareness of diversity, equality and inclusion continuously among employees.
Anchors DE&I in management culture to transform mindsets and create inclusive behaviour.
Reviews recruitment and HR processes to ensure equal opportunities throughout employee lifecycle.
Specific measures to promote and retain female talent to introduce varied perspectives.

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Role

Description

grid certification

project support

training material

tech support

training delivery

sales enablement

Coordination with SMA Product Managers and UK/IRE grid regulation bodies to ensure that all product certification requirements are provided ahead of time.
Assisting the SMA Sales team with solar and storage projects in the residential, commercial and utility segments.
Develops training material content in line with current market requirements and technical trends.
Providing high-level technical support to SMA’s customers and the SMA Distribution Partners.
Performing in-house and external training courses for customers and employees as well as on-site at the customer training facilities.
Support sales & marketing teams in activities such as product launches, exhibitions, roadshows, product positioning, expert talks, tech-tips etc…
Develops and implements comprehensive content plans and strategic training schedules.
Supporting the Sales team with utility-scale solar and storage project enquiries – including plant design optimization, MV requirements and grid connection requirements.

Requirements

pv‑syst

excel

electrical engineering

pre‑sales

photovoltaics

english

Ability to manage heavy and varied workloads.
Ideally has in-depth knowledge of the UK electricity market and photovoltaics, battery storage systems, EV chargers and their monitoring devices.
Experienced in configuring solar/storage plants in PV-Syst, PV*Sol, SunnyDesign etc.
Has an excellent working knowledge of MS Office applications, particularly PowerPoint & Excel.
Flexibility, dynamism and ability to juggle diverse roles simultaneously is key for this exciting role.
Has at least three years of working experience as a pre-sales engineer or equivalent role.
Fluency in English language (written and oral) is a must, German/French/Dutch is a plus.
Willing to frequently travel within UK, and more occasionally in West European countries.
Has a strong sales and customer focus, good people skills and is a highly motivated self-starter.
Requires a Bachelor’s degree or similar in Electrical Engineering with several years of work experience in an electrical technical environment.

Benefits

Other: benefits plan (medical insurance, pension plan, long-term disability and life insurance).
Base Salary: depending on the qualification of the candidate.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

People also searched

Technical Coordinator Jobs in Milton Keynes United Kingdom

Company

Overview

€1.9 billion

Annual Revenue

Generated in 2023, showcasing its growth as a publicly listed SDAX company.

99.2%

Conversion Efficiency

Achieved by its Sunny Central Storage UP‑S battery inverter for grid‑scale applications.

Since 1981

Foundation Year

Pioneering inverter technology for photovoltaic systems, establishing a legacy in renewable energy.

It transformed from a regional high‑tech start‑up into a publicly listed SDAX company.
Its core business centers on developing inverters—from home systems to multi‑megawatt utility‑scale—and integrated energy management.
Typical projects range from rooftop residential solar installations to large solar farms and grid‑scale battery storage plants.
SMA also expands into hybrid inverter systems, e‑mobility charging, monitoring platforms, and digital energy offerings.
The company owns a flagship high‑efficiency inverter factory, capable of producing thousands of units per day with its SMArtflow process.

Culture + Values

Certified since 2018

ISO 45001 Certification

The company has been ISO 45001 certified since 2018, ensuring a safe and non-discriminatory working environment for its employees.

SMA Employee Code of Conduct defines clear standards: act ethically, sustainably and with integrity at all times, assume corporate responsibility and treat others with respect.
High level of commitment and willingness of employees to always learn are key factors for the success of the SMA Group.

Environment + Sustainability

96.5% Repair Success

Global Repair Center Efficiency

High repair-and-reuse rates achieved with a 96.5% success rate in 2024.

60% Emission Reduction

Science-Based Targets

Aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 60% by 2030, validated by the SBTi.

82% Recyclable Materials

Sustainable Inverter Design

82% of materials used in inverters are recyclable, supporting circular economy practices.

6th Most Sustainable

Corporate Knights Ranking

Ranked 6th in the 2025 Corporate Knights Global 100 Index of most sustainable companies.

Implementing ISO 14001 environmental management and ISO 50001 energy management systems to improve environmental performance.
Life‑cycle assessments for Sunny Highpower PEAK3 and Sunny Central UP certified by DEKRA: CO₂ payback period 1.0–1.4 years (PEAK3) and 1.2–1.6 years (Central UP), with product lifecycle approx. 20 years.

Inclusion & Diversity

DE&I concept built around four pillars: Create awareness; Leadership culture; Strengthening equitable processes and structures; Promotion and retention of female employees.
Promotes awareness of diversity, equality and inclusion continuously among employees.
Anchors DE&I in management culture to transform mindsets and create inclusive behaviour.
Reviews recruitment and HR processes to ensure equal opportunities throughout employee lifecycle.
Specific measures to promote and retain female talent to introduce varied perspectives.

Articles

Service & Support Overview

Engineering Services for Power Plants

Contacts Worldwide