Electrical Engineer - Training Center
Sungrow USA Corporation
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Job Description
About Sungrow
Sungrow North America is a leading provider of renewable energy solutions, specializing in the development and manufacturing of photovoltaic inverters and energy storage systems. The company offers a comprehensive range of products and services designed to optimize the performance and efficiency of solar power installations. Sungrow North America is known for its commitment to innovation, high-quality standards, and exceptional customer service, aiming to provide sustainable and reliable energy solutions to meet the growing demand for clean power.
The Position
The Electrical Engineer I in the training center is responsible for developing, implementing, and delivering technical training programs for internal service field engineers (FSEs), service vendor partners, and customers. This role ensures that all participants gain a comprehensive understanding of Sungrow products, that include installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance procedures. The Trainer will also evaluate training effectiveness, assess the FSEs training performance, and make necessary adjustments to improve training outcomes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Design and develop comprehensive training materials, including manuals, presentations, hands-on exercises, and assessments tailored to various audience levels.
- Collaborate with product development and engineering technical service teams to gather detailed technical information and ensure training materials are accurate and current.
- Update and enhance existing training programs to align with new product developments, industry standards, and best practices.
- Conduct training sessions for internal field service engineers, service vendor partners, and customers, both in-person and through virtual platforms.
- Utilize a variety of instructional techniques to ensure engagement and effective knowledge transfer, including lectures, demonstrations, hands-on practice, and group discussions.
- Coordinate with R&D engineering in Hefei, China for the generation of technical documents for training purposes.
- Develop and administer assessments to measure training effectiveness and participants' comprehension of the training material.
- Develop evaluation approaches to certify internal field service engineers and service vendor partners.
- Organize and lead the customer visits and products introduction in Sungrow facilities.
- Gather feedback from participants through surveys and evaluations to identify areas for improvement.
- Analyze assessment results and feedback to refine training programs and materials.
- Serve as a technical resource for internal field service engineers, service vendor partners, and customers, offering expertise and troubleshooting assistance as needed.
- Prepare and present reports on training activities, outcomes, and areas for improvement to management.
- Participate in professional development activities, such as workshops, seminars, and conferences, to continuously enhance training skills and technical knowledge.
- Advise, provide training on, and lead employees on various safety-related topics.
- Help on the repair activities in the Engineering Service center.
- Support development of technical proposal and provide comments on the technical content and level of effort of the proposed scope of work.
- Support the data analysis and visualization software development work when necessary.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, electronics, renewable energy, or a related field.
- Proven experience in training, preferably in the renewable energy sector.
- In-depth knowledge of solar inverter technologies and their applications.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to simplify complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in using training software and virtual training platforms.
- Demonstrates broad knowledge of electrical and construction site safety.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, power Point and Outlook).
- Must have basic knowledge of Electrical Safety Standards.
Education or Desired License and Certificates
- Bachelor's degree or Technical degree with equivalent experience.
- Solar industry, battery industry, or power electronics experience is required.
Competencies
- Technical problem solving/analytical skills.
- Self-starter, strong initiatives and an excellent communicator.
- System and product level mindset.
- Organization, detailed-oriented nature and strong initiative.
- Strong technical support focus and a service-oriented individual both with Sales team and customers.
- English Language fluency required.
- Mandarin Chinese Proficiency desired but not required.
- Certification in training and development (e.g., Certified Professional in Learning and Performance) is a plus.
- Master of data analysis and visualization tools such as R or Python is a plus.
Travel
10% to 30%
Work Location and Status
Contract role, Houston, TX On-site.
What Most Electricians Job Listings Don't Tell You
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
Electrical work in Texas is licensed by the state. You begin as a registered apprentice, accumulate thousands of paid hours under a licensed electrician, and pass an exam to reach journeyman, then master. A posting that says electrician may want a specific tier, so check which license the role expects. Pay is hourly and climbs sharply with each license step. Service and low-voltage specialties sometimes add performance pay on top.
The work splits into residential, commercial, and industrial, and each feels different. Residential service means troubleshooting panels, outlets, and fixtures in occupied homes. Commercial and new construction lean on conduit bending, blueprint reading, and rough-in on a schedule. Safety is constant. You lock out circuits, test before you touch, and follow code to the letter because inspectors check the work. Demand in the Houston metro stays strong with new building, solar tie-ins, and EV charger installs, so skilled hands rarely sit idle.
What to Expect Day-to-Day
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
Most days open with a job packet or a service route. You review the scope, pull materials, and set up a safe work area. Service electricians spend the day diagnosing dead circuits, replacing breakers, adding outlets, and correcting wiring that failed an inspection. You test voltage, trace faults, and confirm every connection is tight and grounded.
On new construction the rhythm is different. You bend and run conduit, pull wire, mount boxes, and set panels to the plan. Rough-in has to pass inspection before walls close, so accuracy and code knowledge matter more than speed. You coordinate with other trades sharing the site and keep your runs clean. Documentation closes out the day. You mark panels, note circuits, and record what was installed. The job mixes physical work, careful measurement, and steady problem solving, and a single miss can mean a failed inspection or a callback.
What Electricians Jobs Pay in Houston
Based on Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area (Electricians).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area. Median is about $28.45/hr.
Becoming a Licensed Electrician in Texas
Electrical work is licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. You start as a registered apprentice and log thousands of paid hours under a licensed electrician. With enough documented hours you test for journeyman, and after more experience you sit for the master electrician exam. A master can hold or serve as the responsible party for a contractor license. Specialties like low-voltage and sign electrician have their own licenses. Every step ties to hours and a passing exam, so track your time from day one.
Career Ladder and Pay
- 1 Apprentice Electrician $47,237/yr
Register with the state and log paid hours under a licensed electrician.
- 2 Journeyman Electrician $59,176/yr
Pass the exam and wire installs and service with limited supervision.
- 3 Master Electrician $73,715/yr
Top tier. Design systems, pull permits, and oversee journeymen.
- 4 Estimator / Foreman $73,715/yr
Bid projects and lead crews on commercial and industrial jobs.
- 5 Electrical Contractor $84,469/yr
Hold the contractor license and run your own electrical business.
Licensing paths and timelines are general guidance for this trade in Texas. Confirm current requirements with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or the relevant state agency.
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