Careers
Are you looking to make a difference, to be the change that this planet so desperately needs? Are you ready to work for a dynamic company that is doing just that?
If you have experience in energy storage systems, applications engineering, technical sales, project development, management & systems design. Across energy markets – from residential, to C&I to utility-based distributed assets. Energy policy and the economics that drive energy storage systems and adoption. A combination of them all or maybe you are just getting started and want to be involved, we want you on our team. We are seeking hands-on energetic, dedicated people with diverse backgrounds, and industry experience to join our lean, world-class team to redefine and build the future of energy.
At SimpliPhi Power, we constantly strive to know what matters – to our customers, their families, to communities and enterprises globally – and to make a difference. We want to find out what the customer’s pain points are – and their story. Because their pain points and stories belong to all of us. Our products and services are an extension of the customers life story. Our values, vision and mission provide direction for everything we do. Be a part of the solution and join our global team.
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About SimpliPhi Power:
On a mission to create universal access to safe, reliable and affordable energy, SimpliPhi Power designs and manufactures highly efficient, durable, cobalt-free energy storage and management systems that have been deployed in over 40 countries. Based in Oxnard, California, SimpliPhi combines non-hazardous lithium ferro phosphate (LFP) chemistry with innovative manufacturing materials and processes, advanced engineering, power electronics, and Battery Management Systems (BMS) to provide flexible and scalable on-demand power solutions for residential, commercial, industrial, military, emergency response and humanitarian applications. Integral to all SimpliPhi Power solutions is proprietary IP that further optimizes the rate and depth of discharge, cycle life, resilience and overall performance of our energy storage and management systems. Founded in 2010, SimpliPhi Power’s energy storage solutions were rigorously tested by and surpassed the requirements of the U.S. Army and Marine Corps, serving the needs of service men and women on the front lines in Afghanistan and Iraq. Meeting that standard of excellence remains at the core of all that we do.
SimpliPhi Power recognizes that high performance teams are made up of diverse, critical thinkers who are also creative, tenacious and proactive, focused on the strategy, execution and hard work necessary to make a positive impact – on people, the company, the planet. We believe that who you are as a person matters and infuses everything you do – and that this principle is as fundamental to your job performance as your educational, technical and professional experience. We seek candidates who are innovative problem solvers with an exceptional capacity to process both quantitative and qualitative data, who are as compassionate as they are passionate about their work, who can set and achieve high standards but possess the humility to take feedback and course-correct when necessary. We know that innovation must happen at every level and within every department of the company, that it is as much about technological advancement as it is about how we build our business and the practices we employ, our communication strategy and stellar customer service.
If these qualities and capacities align with the vision you have of yourself and the type of company you want to work with, we welcome your application!
Equal Opportunity Employer:
SimpliPhi Power is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Employment decisions are based upon job-related requirements regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law. We know the value and strength of a diverse team and actively strive to create a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, embracing different perspectives, viewpoints and ideas.
Position Overview:
The Quality Systems Manager will be responsible for the overall development, implementation, and maintenance of the SimpliPhi Power quality management system (QMS). Work across all departments will be required to ensure that the QMS is understood and embraced across the entirety of SimpliPhi.
Reports To: Director of Product Testing and Validation
Travel: Up to 10% of the time
Location: Oxnard, CA, USA
Primary Job Duties:
- Ensure that the QMS conforms to ISO 9001, internal, customer, and legal/regulatory requirements
- Keep up on standards, regulations, laws, new, and other issues that impact QMS requirements
- Mentor the SimpliPhi team in the effective implementation of an ISO 9001 compliant QMS
- Ensure vendor quality systems are effectively evaluated and meet SimpliPhi’s quality requirements
- Manage calibration system and inspection/verification/calibration of associated equipment
- Conduct and direct internal audits
- Report to top management on the performance of the QMS
- Other tasks as required
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree (Engineering preferred)
- 3+ years of experience implementing and maintaining ISO quality systems
- Advanced understanding of quality system concepts and implementation
- Technical writing and editing proficiency
- Work well in a team environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in the energy storage and home solar field
- Demonstrated ability to:
- Lead cross departmental teams to reach objectives
- Develop direct lines of communication to key individuals
- Take on and prioritize responsibilities
- Work in a fast-paced, quickly changing environment on multiple projects simultaneously
- Listen well and act on constructive criticism
- Manage ambiguity and shifting market demands
- Develop and update short- and long-term plans
- Access, develop and implement processes that improve operational performance, strengthen customer and partner relationships; mitigate liabilities and achieve company vision and goals.
If you are passionate about renewable energy, new energy-related technology and battery storage, apply today!
For more information, please visit SimpliPhipower.com and follow us @SimpliPhiPower or Facebook and LinkedIn.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $32.00 to $39.00 /hour
About SimpliPhi Power:
On a mission to create universal access to safe, reliable and affordable energy, SimpliPhi Power designs and manufactures highly efficient, durable, cobalt-free energy storage and management systems that have been deployed in over 40 countries. Based in Oxnard, California, SimpliPhi combines non-hazardous lithium ferro phosphate (LFP) chemistry with innovative manufacturing materials and processes, advanced engineering, power electronics, and Battery Management Systems (BMS) to provide flexible and scalable on-demand power solutions for residential, commercial, industrial, military, emergency response and humanitarian applications. Integral to all SimpliPhi Power solutions is proprietary IP that further optimizes the rate and depth of discharge, cycle life, resilience and overall performance of our energy storage and management systems. Founded in 2010, SimpliPhi Power’s energy storage solutions were rigorously tested by and surpassed the requirements of the U.S. Army and Marine Corps, serving the needs of service men and women on the front lines in Afghanistan and Iraq. Meeting that standard of excellence remains at the core of all that we do.
SimpliPhi Power recognizes that high performance teams are made up of diverse, critical thinkers who are also creative, tenacious and proactive, focused on the strategy, execution and hard work necessary to make a positive impact – on people, the company, the planet. We believe that who you are as a person matters and infuses everything you do – and that this principle is as fundamental to your job performance as your educational, technical and professional experience. We seek candidates who are innovative problem solvers with an exceptional capacity to process both quantitative and qualitative data, who are as compassionate as they are passionate about their work, who can set and achieve high standards but possess the humility to take feedback and course-correct when necessary. We know that innovation must happen at every level and within every department of the company, that it is as much about technological advancement as it is about how we build our business and the practices we employ, our communication strategy and stellar customer service.
If these qualities and capacities align with the vision you have of yourself and the type of company you want to work with, we welcome your application!
Equal Opportunity Employer:
SimpliPhi Power is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Employment decisions are based upon job-related requirements regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law. We know the value and strength of a diverse team and actively strive to create a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, embracing different perspectives, viewpoints and ideas.
Position Overview:
The Electromechanical Drafting Engineer will be responsible for preparation and modification of technical drawings both electrical (e.g. single line drawings) and mechanical (e.g. 3D models) in nature. This will be in support of sales projects, new product development, and continuous improvement.
Reports To: Director of Product Testing and Validation
Travel: Up to 5% of the time
Location: Oxnard, CA, USA
Primary Job Duties:
- Work with the engineering team to develop new products and improvements for existing products
- Work with manufacturing as directed when needed to support production in process improvements and documentation
- Work with vendors to ensure accurate and cost-effective manufacture of components and assemblies
- Employ software tools (e.g. Solidworks and AutoCAD) in your engineering tasks and duties
- Generate technical drawings and 3D models including (but not limited to):
- Fabrication drawings
- Assembly drawings
- Layout drawings
- Research components, materials, and manufacturing techniques to improve cost effective manufacturability of components and assemblies
- Assist in identifying problems and developing solutions proactively
- Anticipate feature sets and new products based on market trends with R&D team
- Other tasks as required
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
- 3+ years of work experience drawing/modeling electromechanical assemblies
- Understanding of electrical and mechanical concepts and system designs
- Work well in a collaborative team environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in the energy storage and solar fields
- Demonstrated ability to:
- Identify and use best engineering practices in optimizing efficiency in performing duties
- Identify problems, elevate as appropriate, and develop solutions
- Maintain a professional attitude and working relationship with colleagues in all business interaction
- Develop direct lines of communication to key individuals
- Take on and prioritize responsibilities
- Work in a fast-paced, quickly changing environment on multiple projects simultaneously
- Listen well and act on constructive criticism
- Manage ambiguity and shifting market demands
- Develop and update short- and long-term plans
- Access, develop and implement processes that improve operational performance, strengthen customer and partner relationships; mitigate liabilities and achieve company vision and goals.
If you are passionate about renewable energy, new energy-related technology and battery storage, apply today!
For more information, please visit SimpliPhipower.com and follow us @SimpliPhiPower or Facebook and LinkedIn.
About SimpliPhi Power:
On a mission to create universal access to safe, reliable and affordable energy, SimpliPhi Power designs and manufactures highly efficient, durable, cobalt-free energy storage and management systems that have been deployed in over 40 countries. Based in Oxnard, California, SimpliPhi combines non-hazardous lithium ferro phosphate (LFP) chemistry with innovative manufacturing materials and processes, advanced engineering, power electronics, and Battery Management Systems (BMS) to provide flexible and scalable on-demand power solutions for residential, commercial, industrial, military, emergency response and humanitarian applications. Integral to all SimpliPhi Power solutions is proprietary IP that further optimizes the rate and depth of discharge, cycle life, resilience and overall performance of our energy storage and management systems. Founded in 2010, SimpliPhi Power’s energy storage solutions were rigorously tested by and surpassed the requirements of the U.S. Army and Marine Corps, serving the needs of service men and women on the front lines in Afghanistan and Iraq. Meeting that standard of excellence remains at the core of all that we do.
SimpliPhi Power recognizes that high performance teams are made up of diverse, critical thinkers who are also creative, tenacious and proactive, focused on the strategy, execution and hard work necessary to make a positive impact – on people, the company, the planet. We believe that who you are as a person matters and infuses everything you do – and that this principle is as fundamental to your job performance as your educational, technical and professional experience. We seek candidates who are innovative problem solvers with an exceptional capacity to process both quantitative and qualitative data, who are as compassionate as they are passionate about their work, who can set and achieve high standards but possess the humility to take feedback and course-correct when necessary. We know that innovation must happen at every level and within every department of the company, that it is as much about technological advancement as it is about how we build our business and the practices we employ, our communication strategy and stellar customer service.
If these qualities and capacities align with the vision you have of yourself and the type of company you want to work with, we welcome your application!
Equal Opportunity Employer:
SimpliPhi Power is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Employment decisions are based upon job-related requirements regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law. We know the value and strength of a diverse team and actively strive to create a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, embracing different perspectives, viewpoints and ideas.
Position Overview:
Do you have a passion for developing new sales, have previous experience in renewables and want to be part of the growing energy storage industry? SimpliPhi Power is looking for technically minded, positive, goal-oriented salespeople to foster new business relationships and support our core values to provide safe, secure power to people around the world.
Sales Application Engineers (SAE) are responsible for directly contributing to and meeting the company’s revenue and growth goals, including monthly, quarterly and annual sales projections by identifying opportunities, establishing partnerships and winning projects specific to the use of energy storage systems. The SAE will have direct ownership in supporting development projects, defining and managing cross-functional revenue generating opportunities and working with regulatory and advocacy bodies to support expansion of energy storage in multiple markets and application scenarios. SAE’s are expected to have extensive technical acumen on the use of energy storage across a wide array of applications as they interface with our Engineering Team in the development of specific products and feature sets in R&D.
SAE’s are encouraged to build new customer relationships, maintain existing relationships, educate installers on best practices in the use of product in systems, and answer project based technical questions as a team across a broad spectrum of applications. Expectation is that each SAE is responsible for outreach, project management, and pre-sales technical support regardless of project application on inbound calls and emails.
Our team is divided into territory specific areas of focus, while building and developing relationships and sales across all application specific channels, such as Utility, Project Level, OEM, Residential, and Commercial & Industrial Sales.
Reports To: Director, Global Sales & Business Development
Travel: Up to 50% of the time
Location: Mid United States preferred, but will consider other locations based on candidate qualifications and experience
Primary Job Duties:
- Effectively communicate and educate all prospective and existing customers and strategic partners on the company’s products, integrated systems and competitive advantages at conferences, trade shows, events, calls and in written communication.
- Track, manage, update and prioritize leads and opportunities in company CRM to provide information and progress for reference to all internal teams.
- Solicit feedback from external and internal stakeholders on opportunities for product development, quantify opportunities and present to cross functional teams and leadership for prioritization.
- Identify, qualify, create and initiate collaborations with appropriate external parties to provide comprehensive solutions for development projects. Create and provide customer required documentation. Utilize software tools to quantify necessary savings and performance measures.
- Work with existing and new customers to submit all customer required documentation, including but not limited to product technical requirements, safety and material documentation, single line diagrams, 3D renderings, interoperability, interconnection requirements and project specifications for applicable RFP or proposal submissions.
- Answer in-bound customers’ technical questions regarding company products, over phone and email
- Consistently perform research, request information and identify markets, incentives, policies, electrical code and jurisdiction requirements that align with Company’s product offerings. Identify public and private opportunities to assist in bringing product to market. Clearly communicate opportunities with cross-functional teams and provide project charters and strategic initiatives for approval.
- Work with governmental, regulatory organizations to facilitate rules and regulations that favor safe and non-toxic energy storage solutions.
- Work with advocacy organizations to promote energy storage.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 3+ years in a customer facing role in energy storage or other renewable energy technology, responsible for meeting and exceeding quotas and goals.
- 5+ year Professional Experience in the renewable energy industry, with preference towards energy storage specially.
- Ability and experience working effectively with a remote management team.
- Proven Communication skills working with customers, conveying technical information through written documentation, webinars and in-person presentations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated experience working in the renewable energy or energy storage industry, in a technical sales role
- Project management skills
- Knowledge of global, national and state level energy and utility level policy and regulation
- A demonstrated ability to take on additional responsibilities and roles
- Financial acumen
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Environmental Science, Business or Chemical Engineering or similar professional experience a plus
For more information, please visit SimpliPhipower.com and follow us @SimpliPhiPower or Facebook and LinkedIn.
If you are passionate about renewable energy, new energy-related technology and battery storage, apply today!
About SimpliPhi Power:
On a mission to create universal access to safe, reliable and affordable energy, SimpliPhi Power designs and manufactures highly efficient, durable, cobalt-free energy storage and management systems that have been deployed in over 40 countries. Based in Oxnard, California, SimpliPhi combines non-hazardous lithium ferro phosphate (LFP) chemistry with innovative manufacturing materials and processes, advanced engineering, power electronics, and Battery Management Systems (BMS) to provide flexible and scalable on-demand power solutions for residential, commercial, industrial, military, emergency response and humanitarian applications. Integral to all SimpliPhi Power solutions is proprietary IP that further optimizes the rate and depth of discharge, cycle life, resilience and overall performance of our energy storage and management systems. Founded in 2010, SimpliPhi Power’s energy storage solutions were rigorously tested by and surpassed the requirements of the U.S. Army and Marine Corps, serving the needs of service men and women on the front lines in Afghanistan and Iraq. Meeting that standard of excellence remains at the core of all that we do.
SimpliPhi Power recognizes that high performance teams are made up of diverse, critical thinkers who are also creative, tenacious and proactive, focused on the strategy, execution and hard work necessary to make a positive impact – on people, the company, the planet. We believe that who you are as a person matters and infuses everything you do – and that this principle is as fundamental to your job performance as your educational, technical and professional experience. We seek candidates who are innovative problem solvers with an exceptional capacity to process both quantitative and qualitative data, who are as compassionate as they are passionate about their work, who can set and achieve high standards but possess the humility to take feedback and course-correct when necessary. We know that innovation must happen at every level and within every department of the company, that it is as much about technological advancement as it is about how we build our business and the practices we employ, our communication strategy and stellar customer service.
If these qualities and capacities align with the vision you have of yourself and the type of company you want to work with, we welcome your application!
Equal Opportunity Employer:
SimpliPhi Power is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Employment decisions are based upon job-related requirements regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law. We know the value and strength of a diverse team and actively strive to create a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, embracing different perspectives, viewpoints and ideas.
Position Overview:
The Customer and Technical Support Specialist will take responsibility for providing technical support by developing valuable relationships with installers and integrators, as well as establishing partnerships with other manufacturers within specifically defined market segments.
This is not an IT job or related to IT. The role requires experience answering a broad range of technical questions regarding renewable energy systems, battery operating parameters, appropriate Balance of System equipment, proper battery wiring, LFP battery chemistry, battery management, system functionality, interoperability and more. The Support Specialist will handle returns, processing RMA’s and assisting customers with submission of paperwork using our CRM platform.
The Customer Support Specialist will assist and troubleshoot systems in the field with distributors and installers working with SimpliPhi’s Lithium Ferro Phosphate (LFP) batteries and integrated systems. This position is the entry point to a company regarded as an industry leader, but by no means is it entry level. Customer Support, actually answering the phone and engaging with people who have questions, need help or just want to touch base with the company, is what matters most to us: empowering people with information and support to do what they need to do.
We are looking for someone who has a unique combination of skills and experience both on the customer service side as well as the technical side with a comprehensive understanding of renewable energy systems that incorporate storage solutions. This role is designed to expand candidate’s knowledge of these types of solutions, both on grid and off, as well as build on standard renewable energy system experience. SimpliPhi’s company culture promotes employee career growth and job expansion. We are seeking an individual who can help drive the education of customers across our growing markets and is excited to keep learning in this rapidly evolving industry. Candidate must be a critical thinker who loves to solve problems, talk with customers, strategic partners and other stakeholders, collaborating with the IQ Trainers and engineers.
Reports To: Technical Services Manager
Travel: 10 – 20%
Location: Oxnard, CA and remote (TBD)
Primary Job Duties:
- Provide intake details on all technical support calls and emails, providing detailed analysis of system configurations and solutions to customers
- Assist customers with battery system setup and Balance of System equipment settings (remotely)
- Discuss system performance issues and concerns with customers
- Troubleshoot system issues, coordinating with Tier 2 Tech Support to resolve when necessary
- Collaborate with other equipment manufacturers to solve integration issues, better understand potential future problems and establish proactive preventative steps in training and other technical documents
- Track customers’ feedback regarding products and document issues in CRM
- Stay up to date with the company’s offered products and product features, as well as the latest Balance of System equipment in the market
- Recommend to customers appropriate products based on the specific application, outlining products’ capabilities and limitations
- Recommend to customers appropriate battery system size and overall system design
- Effectively communicate and educate all prospective and existing customers on the company’s products, solutions and advantages at events, on calls and in written communication
- Solicit feedback from external and internal stakeholders on opportunities for product development, quantify opportunities and present to cross functional teams and leadership for prioritization
Minimum Mandatory Qualifications:
- 2+ years’ in a customer facing technical sales role in energy storage or other renewable energy technology
- or
- 2+ year professional experience in the renewable energy industry, with preference towards an energy storage specialty
- Expertise with solar photovoltaic system design and energy storage sizing
- High level of proficiency with technical support via phone, email and in-person field settings
- Ability to stay calm under pressure
- Independently make decisions and solve problems based on technical acumen
- Direct customer service experience and/or experience talking on the phone with customers across renewable industry
- Ability to remember and communicate detailed technical information clearly and accurately
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Mastery of CRM or Helpdesk software
- Energy storage field installation experience a plus
- Technical degree and/or 3 or more years of experience in the energy storage industry required
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous experience working for or with renewable energy distribution or installation companies
- Establishing strong relationships with installers in the industry
- A demonstrated ability to drive sales through technical support and customer service relations
- If you are passionate about innovations in energy storage, renewable energy, energy-related technology, and making an impact for the better, please apply today.
Job Type: Full-time
If you are passionate about innovations in energy storage, renewable energy, energy-related technology, and making an impact for the better, please apply today.
For more information, please visit SimpliPhiPower.com and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram
About SimpliPhi Power:
On a mission to create universal access to safe, reliable and affordable energy, SimpliPhi Power designs and manufactures highly efficient, durable, cobalt-free energy storage and management systems that have been deployed in over 40 countries. Based in Oxnard, California, SimpliPhi combines non-hazardous lithium ferro phosphate (LFP) chemistry with innovative manufacturing materials and processes, advanced engineering, power electronics, and Battery Management Systems (BMS) to provide flexible and scalable on-demand power solutions for residential, commercial, industrial, military, emergency response and humanitarian applications. Integral to all SimpliPhi Power solutions is proprietary IP that further optimizes the rate and depth of discharge, cycle life, resilience and overall performance of our energy storage and management systems. Founded in 2010, SimpliPhi Power’s energy storage solutions were rigorously tested by and surpassed the requirements of the U.S. Army and Marine Corps, serving the needs of service men and women on the front lines in Afghanistan and Iraq. Meeting that standard of excellence remains at the core of all that we do.
SimpliPhi Power recognizes that high performance teams are made up of diverse, critical thinkers who are also creative, tenacious and proactive, focused on the strategy, execution and hard work necessary to make a positive impact – on people, the company, the planet. We believe that who you are as a person matters and infuses everything you do – and that this principle is as fundamental to your job performance as your educational, technical and professional experience. We seek candidates who are innovative problem solvers with an exceptional capacity to process both quantitative and qualitative data, who are as compassionate as they are passionate about their work, who can set and achieve high standards but possess the humility to take feedback and course-correct when necessary. We know that innovation must happen at every level and within every department of the company, that it is as much about technological advancement as it is about how we build our business and the practices we employ, our communication strategy and stellar customer service.
If these qualities and capacities align with the vision you have of yourself and the type of company you want to work with, we welcome your application!
Equal Opportunity Employer:
SimpliPhi Power is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Employment decisions are based upon job-related requirements regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law. We know the value and strength of a diverse team and actively strive to create a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, embracing different perspectives, viewpoints and ideas.
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