Power Systems Engineer

Title: Power Systems Engineer

Reporting To: Matthew Kunze, Director of Engineering

About the Job

As a Power Systems Engineer at Solar Stik, you'll be at the heart of our mission, integrating and coordinating complex mechanical, electrical, and software systems for our energy solutions. You'll ensure all subsystems work together flawlessly, aligning with product requirements to deliver high-quality, reliable products. By collaborating with engineers and cross-functional teams, you'll tackle technical challenges, optimize performance, and contribute to the design and implementation of projects from start to finish-ensuring we meet the highest standards of quality and compliance.

Who You Are

You're someone with a strong foundation in electrical and mechanical systems and a natural curiosity that drives you to solve complex problems. With 7+ years of experience, you've mastered integration, design validation, and cross-functional collaboration. You have a lively passion for innovation, constantly seeking new ways to improve systems.

You're also a strong leader, balancing technical expertise with mentoring and guiding teams to success. Whether you're solving tricky technical challenges or driving projects forward, you stay cool under pressure and make sure things run smoothly. You're excited to make a real-world impact in the energy space, and you're eager to bring your expertise to help create game-changing solutions.

What You'll Be Doing

• Design Integration: Oversee the design, integration, and validation of Solar Stik's energy and power systems, supporting installation, testing, and maintenance.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with engineers, sales, and other cross-functional teams to define system requirements, ensure seamless component integration, clearly articulate system requirements, and deliver customer-focused designs.
• System Architecture: Develop and document overall system architecture and implementation.
• Technical Analysis: Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems associated with system-level design and integration with system components and their performance.
• Performance Optimization: Design and evaluate systems to optimize performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Design Validation: Develop processes and testing to validate system functionality and overall performance.
• Timeline Management: Manage and forecast project timelines, ensuring adherence to schedules/milestones and driving projects to successful completion.
• Documentation Management: Create, update, and maintain detailed system requirements, specifications, and design documentation.
• Change Order Implementation: Implement Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) to ensure proper documentation and adherence to processes.
• Compliance Assurance: Verify system adherence to applicable industry and safety standards.
• Process Improvement: Support the development and refinement of internal processes to improve systems engineering efficiency.
• Technical Guidance: Provide expert-level support to production, operations, and customer service teams.
• Travel As Needed: Willingness to travel as required.
• Ad Hoc Duties: Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the systems engineering team, including but not limited to additional tasks or special projects.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Systems/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or a related field from an ABET accredited institution.
• Experience: 7+ years progressive experience in systems engineering or integrator roles, ideally in energy, electrical, power, and/or manufacturing environments. 5+ years proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and projects.
• Required Skills:
  
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
  • Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems.
  • Ability to interpret high-level project specifications and translate them into actionable design development.
  • High-level experience in test plan development and data analysis.

Preferred Skills

• Master's Degree in applicable Engineering discipline, or Business Administration.
• Experience designing solar/hybrid power systems.
• Experience with ECO processes, prototype testing, and embedded software.
• Proficiency in SysML, MBSE, or system modeling tools.
• Proficiency in UL, NFPA 70: NEC, IEC, ANSI, and military standards.
• Familiarity with EMI/RFI and their mitigation.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to safely lift and carry items weighing up to 35 pounds independently.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team to lift and move items exceeding 50 pounds when necessary.
• Comfort working in a manufacturing environment with moderate noise and temperature variations.

About Us

Solar Stik is the leader in hybrid energy solutions, paving the way to a future of cleaner, more sustainable energy. We manufacture renewable energy power systems, battery storage systems, power management devices, and high-efficiency appliances for a broad range of markets. Our products are used globally to provide power surety and sustainability in critical situations. Every day, we are energized by our mission to save lives across the globe through innovative power solutions.

Our Culture & Values

At Solar Stik, we push each other to reach high, we laugh out loud, and we turn out in force when help is needed. Our culture thrives on the compassion and respect our team members have for each other. We have high standards for the products we make because we have high standards for ourselves.

Integrity is at the core of how we build our products, work with one another and deliver to clients. We embrace change, promote clear, consistent communication and champion continuous improvement.

Our Values

• Integrity
• Honesty
• Hard work
• Self sufficiency
• Innovation
• Kindness

Benefits

At Solar Stik, you're joining a team that is revolutionizing the way that work works for you. Our full-time team members enjoy:

• Health Boost: Choose from six stellar medical plans, and comprehensive dental and vision insurance. Basic, 24/7 telehealth is totally free-because your health should never wait!
• Future-Proofed Finances: 401k with an annual 3% employer contribution, even if you don't contribute a dime. Plus, employer-sponsored life insurance for your peace of mind.
• Paid Freedom: Enjoy 6 national holidays off and 12 "bonus" days-yep, 18 paid days that don't impact your PTO.

Note: We are committed to equality and diversity and we welcome applications from people who meet our selection criteria, regardless of sex, race, creed, sexual orientation, or disability. Solar Stik Inc. promotes personnel from within its own ranks, and we believe that healthy cross training fosters a well-rounded workforce.

Veteran Commitment

Solar Stik, Inc. commits to hiring returning veterans.

Solar Stik, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA/Veterans employer committed to excellence through diversity. All eligible candidates are invited to apply for position vacancies as appropriate. To apply, please send resume and cover letter to [redacted].

Solar Stik is a privately held company in St. Augustine, FL. For more information, please visit www.solarstik.com