Senior Electrical Engineer (Licensed Engineer Electrician)

Description:

Power the Future with us!

At SolarEdge (NASDAQ: SEDG), we're a global leader in smart energy technology, with over 3,000 employees, offices in 34 countries, and millions of installations worldwide. 

Our innovative solutions include solar inverters, battery storage, backup systems, EV charging, and AI-based energy management. We're committed to making clean, green energy the primary power source for homes, businesses, and beyond. 

With the growing demand for electricity, the need for smart, clean energy sources is constantly rising. SolarEdge offers amazing opportunities to develop your skills in a multidisciplinary environment, covering everything from research and development to production and customer supply. Work with talented colleagues, tackle exciting challenges, and help create a sustainable future in an industry that's always evolving and innovating. Join us and be part of a company that values creativity, agility, and impactful work. 

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our Data Centers Group

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer with a valid Israeli Engineer Electrician License (רישיון חשמלאי מהנדס) to join our Data Center Power Solutions team. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and commissioning of electrical power systems and electrical panels for advanced power conversion and distribution solutions.

The ideal candidate will combine strong electrical design capabilities with hands-on experience in electrical installations, panel assembly, commissioning, troubleshooting, and laboratory work. Experience with medium-voltage (MV) and low-voltage (LV) systems is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Design electrical power distribution systems, switchboards, and control panels for industrial and data center applications.
• Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, single-line diagrams (SLDs), and cable schedules.
• Select and specify electrical components including breakers, contactors, relays, busbars, transformers, CTs, sensors, and protection devices.
• Design electrical cabinets and panel layouts while ensuring compliance with IEC, UL, and applicable electrical standards.
• Support MV and LV power system architecture and integration activities.
• Perform electrical calculations including load analysis, cable sizing, short-circuit studies, voltage drop calculations, and protection coordination.
• Lead hands-on electrical assembly, wiring, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting activities in the laboratory and field.
• Work closely with mechanical, hardware, embedded software, and system engineers to ensure successful product integration.
• Support prototype builds, validation, and design verification testing.
• Develop test procedures and execute electrical safety and functional tests.
• Interface with suppliers, contractors, panel manufacturers, and certification bodies.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, test reports, specifications, and design guidelines.
• Support installation and startup activities at customer and demonstration sites.

• B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering.
• Valid Israeli Engineer Electrician License (רישיון חשמלאי מהנדס).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Proven experience designing electrical panels, switchboards, or industrial electrical systems.
• Experience with MV and/or LV power distribution systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical protection, grounding, and safety practices.
• Experience with electrical schematics and CAD tools (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or equivalent).
• Hands-on experience in electrical assembly, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of IEC and electrical safety standards.
• Ability to independently lead electrical design activities from concept through commissioning.
• Strong technical documentation and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with medium-voltage equipment and power conversion systems.
• Experience in data centers, renewable energy, energy storage, EV charging, or industrial power systems.
• Experience working with transformers, power electronics systems, UPSs, SSTs, or grid-connected equipment.
• Knowledge of PLCs, industrial communications, and control systems.
• Experience working with high-power laboratory environments.
• Previous experience supporting products through certification and compliance processes.