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Phocos is a global manufacturer of solar components and solutions for off-grid power supplies. With the one of the widest global sales, engineering and production network in the Solar PV Industry, Phocos supplies high-quality solutions that help to bring reliable light and electricity With over 1 billion people in the world living without access to reliable electricity, we have work to do, and we want you to join our team to help us supply solutions that help to reduce that number substantially. 

 Phocos is currently seeking a General Manager – Phocos India to support our global operations. 

The General Manager of Phocos India is an integral part of the Phocos global manufacturing and supply chain management team, leading a team of 20 staff based in Pondicherry. They will be responsible for all managerial aspects of our India-based subsidiary including: Operations Management, supply chain management, outsourced manufacturing, procurement, planning and logistics, and regional sales management. 

 Responsibilities: 

• Establishes & executes a 3 year Strategic growth plan for India. 
• Supervises Production, Procurement, Planning and Logistics functions including the functional managers and employees. 
• Develops department budgets and goals guided by site objectives and corporate policy. 
• Builds cross-functional relationships where persuasive skills, negotiation skills, and considerable tact are required to gain support. 
• Builds and maintains positive relationships with key customers, suppliers, etc., who have a significant impact on the success of the organization. 
• Maintains responsibility for management of materials available to support build plans throughout the product life cycle. 
• Provides leadership in designing the supplier materials supply chain to provide optimum flexibility with minimum investment. 
• Leads efforts to reduce material cost and assess/respond to supply risks. 
• Manages the development of delivery requirements, material plans and short-range capacity plans to meet production schedules and inventory objectives. 
• Responsible for customer interface from SCM including relationship management and as focal point for all SCM related issues. 
• Works to ensure Phocos is compliant with customs and regulatory laws. 
• Negotiates with carriers to support domestic and international air, rail and ocean transport ensuring favorable rates and cycle times for Phocos. 
• Directly manages a team of 10 to 20 employees including employee training, performance, measurement, development, motivation and recognition.
• Establishes department goals/ measurements and manages resources to achieve these goals. 

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies: 

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of global supply chain management, distribution methods, and global transportation services and inventory management. 
• Ability to understand the complete supply chain and resolve issues in any area. 
• Solid understanding and knowledge of the workings of a manufacturing environment, materials and processes. 
• Strong knowledge in all areas of import / export, regulatory and logistics management. 
• Excellent analytical, negotiation and problem resolution skills. 
• Strong communication and presentation skills. 
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external customers. 
• Able to work effectively cross- functionally and with other sites to achieve objectives. 
• Good understanding of IT concepts and integrated business applications. 
• Able to resolve complex issues & problems internally and externally. 
• Significant skills required in multi-tasking and time management. 
• Ability to effectively lead, manage, train and motivate a diverse group of employees. 
• Occasional overnight travel is required up to 30%. 

Required Experience: 

• 5+ years of work experience in a Senior Management capacity preferably in the Renewable Energy Industry ( Solar) 
• Previous experience managing multiple departments in Supply Chain. 
• Previous experience working in an electronics manufacturing environment. 
• Previous experience with India-based manufacturing 
• Previous experience working for a USA or Europe based company with office in India. 
• Fluent in English 

Education: 

• Bachelors degree in Business, Materials Management, Engineering or related field.
• Masters degree in related discipline preferred.

Phocos AG is a global manufacturer of solar components and solutions for off-grid and edge-of-grid energy storage. With over 20 years of experience in designing and delivering high quality power conversion and energy storage solutions, Phocos enables reliable energy access anywhere in the world, anytime, for Any-Grid™. There are over three billion people around the world who do not have access to reliable electricity. Therefore, we have A LOT to do. 

That's why we need you on our team. Help us create best-in-class solutions to meet the world's growing energy needs while contributing to a low-carbon footprint.

If you can identify with our mission statement, we look forward to hearing from you!

We are looking for a results-driven, creative, forward-thinking, self-starter who takes initiative, recommends solutions, and demonstrates ownership of programs and results to join our team as soon as possible, in the capacity of Marketing Social Media Specialist. 

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the implementation of an innovative brand strategy consistent with the company's immediate / long-term goals
• Develop and manage a content strategy.  Execute a calendar planning tool.
• Create and professionally edit various forms of content across all social media platforms
• Work proactively to ensure that our company is successfully reaching its intended audience
• Generate, design, edit, publish, and share creative and compelling content such as social media posts, motion graphics, podcasts, video, and other communications for the social channels
• Grow and maintain Phocos’ presence on Instagram, FB, LinkedIn, Twitter, Tik Tok, YouTube, Glassdoor, etc.  and partner with social media influencers to advance Phocos’ exposure across platforms
• Respond to comments, reviews, and questions on all platforms in a timely and professional manner
• Create, review, and compare analytics to help determine the effectiveness of our social media efforts as compared with our historical numbers along with competitors in the same or different markets. Collaborate with the team to define solutions/potential action items to improve our customer reach and engagement. Execute these initiatives and track results to further adjust action items.
• Research, compare and track social media best practices across industries

• Assist in the creation and execution of toolkits, collateral material, print requests, email campaigns, video productions, presentations, YouTube tutorials, internal and external newsletters
• Work with all aspects of our in-house video production from pre-production planning through post-production editing as well as drive customer engagement and sales through digital channels including website, email, loyalty, social media, and digital marketing.
• Assist in gathering of information, data, imagery, translations, etc. to support new business development
• Create, maintain, and recycle an archive of new business materials and information
• Collaborate with teams throughout thew company and geographies to ensure continuity of all social media campaigns
• Work closely with Director of Marketing and the leadership team on creating press release drafts
• Assist as needed with planning and execution for national and international events, tradeshows, etc.
• Local on-site marketing support as needed from Tucson headquarters (various administrative tasks as needed).

Required Skills & Abilities

• 5+ years Marketing experience
• 3+ years social media management
• Comprehensive knowledge of computer editing systems, software and related equipment (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Acrobat, Davinci Resolve, and/or Doodly proficiency would be beneficial)
• Video production, editing, and/or uploading to social channels with targeted strategy regarding back-end data and front-end visuals
• Ability to develop, execute, and leverage targeted, organic social media efforts, resulting in more followers, increased website traffic, website engagement and ultimately lead conversions
• Ability to follow creative direction, maintain brand standards and work collaboratively
• Strong conceptual and creative thinking skills
• Ability to work autonomously with strong project management skills and attention to detail
• Experienced with SEO content, strategy, analytics, data, reporting, metrics, etc.
• Strong Analytical Skills
• Outstanding ability to think creatively, identify, and resolve problems
• Excellent oral and written communication and collaboration skills
• Strong customer orientation
• Solid understanding of SEO strategies
• High level of integrity, autonomy, and self-motivation
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new tools, services, and industry trends
• Proactive, detail oriented, and task driven.
• Demonstrated mastery of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Sharepoint, Outlook, Microsoft Teams
• Basic Wordpress (coding skills not required) experience a plus

We are especially interested in applicants that are excited to become a long-term employee as our brand continues to grow.

What’s in it for you:

• Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. This is a career opportunity to create and be a part of something incredible!
• Comprehensive employer paid medical and dental plans with very LOW deductibles
• Prescription drug coverage
• IRA with dollar for dollar employer match
• Very generous Paid time Off, including a whole week off during the Winter Holidays
• Casual, flexible work environment, and hybrid schedules
• The most diverse workforce ever
• Training opportunities and Internal promotions
• Easy access to caring, down-to-earth, transparent, and open Senior Leadership Team

Most important- you will be part of making positive impact in people’s lives globally!

Phocos AG is a global manufacturer of solar components and solutions for off-grid and edge-of-grid energy storage. With over 20 years of experience in designing and delivering high quality power conversion and energy storage solutions, Phocos enables reliable energy access anywhere in the world, anytime, on any grid (Any-Grid^TM). There are over three billion people around the world who do not have access to reliable electricity. Therefore, we have A LOT to do. 

That's why we need you on our team. Help us create best-in-class solutions to meet the world's growing energy needs while contributing to low-carbon footprint.

If you can identify with our mission statement, we look forward to hearing from you! We are looking for a person to join our team as soon as possible, in the capacity of Internal Sales (m/f/d)

Inside Sales/Operations Support (m/w/d) 

 Your Tasks

• You will work in internal sales and support our customers with order-processing. You will create offers, orders, invoices and delivery notes
• You will support our customers throughout the EMEA region (Europe, Middle East, Africa) in cooperation with the responsible account managers
• You will place orders for goods at manufacturing sites in China, India and future sites
• You will support our Logistics Manager in managing incoming and outgoing shipments in our external warehouse in Bubesheim, 30 min outside of Ulm, Germany
• You will also help with evaluations and reports as well as with general administrative tasks

 Job Requirements

• You have successfully completed commercial training, ideally with a focus on foreign trade
• You have 2-4 years of experience in an international environment, both with customers and with colleagues
• You have solid knowledge of using programs from the MS Office package and you are proficient in ERP and CRM systems
• You like wearing many hats. You are communicative and an open, action-oriented personality who thinks outside the box and gets involved when and where it is necessary
• Your written and spoken German and English skills are impeccable; Knowledge of other foreign languages ​​is an advantage.
• You have the ability to lift at least 30 kg.
• Your aspiration is to work independently, accurately and reliably

What We Offer

• A motivated and open-minded team that is at your side with support, advice and action
• A constructive, fair and collegial working atmosphere in an exciting international environment
• A full-time employment contract initially limited to two years with very good chances of being taken on in a permanent employment contract

If you are interested, we look forward to receiving your e-mail application with cover letter, CV and certificates. Please also let us know your earliest possible starting date and your salary expectations. Your contact person is Heike Toegel (heike.toegel@phocos.com).

Phocos is a global manufacturer of solar components and Energy Storage solutions for off-grid and edge-of-grid power supplies. With over 20-years of experience, Phocos designs and supplies high-quality power conversion and energy storage solutions that provide reliable power Anywhere, Anytime, Any-GridTM. With over 3 billion people in the world living without access to reliable power, we have work to do, and we want you to join our team to help us provide world-class solutions to meet the world’s growing power demands while contributing to a decarbonized planet.

Duties

1. Enter financial transactions into internal databases
2. Prepare bank deposits
3. Reconcile invoices and identify discrepancies
4. Issue invoices to customers and external partners, as needed
5. Participate in quarterly and annual audits
6. Create and update expense reports
7. Process reimbursement forms
8. Maintain digital and physical financial records
9. Prepare and/or process A/P, with approval
10. Apply payments to A/R
11. Monthly Inventory Count
12. Bank reconciliation
13. Monthly Accruals
    1. Duties
    1. Prepaids
14. Administrative office tasks
15. Sales report compilation

Experience/Qualifications

1. *Work experience as an Accounting Assistant or Accounting Clerk
2. Knowledge of basic bookkeeping procedures
3. Familiarity with finance regulations
4. Good math skills
5. *Hands-on experience with MS Office and accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks, *NetSuite, etc.)
6. Organization skills
7. *Ability to handle sensitive, confidential information

Phocos is a global manufacturer of solar components and Energy Storage solutions for off-grid and edge-of-grid power supplies. With over 20-years of experience, Phocos designs and supplies high-quality power conversion and energy storage solutions that provide reliable power Anywhere, Anytime, Any-GridTM. With over 3 billion people in the world living without access to reliable power, we have work to do, and we want you to join our team to help us provide world-class solutions to meet the world’s growing power demands while contributing to a decarbonized planet.

Duties

1. Direct and coordinate all of Phocos AG’s finance and accounting functions
2. Complete internal monthly close and reporting
3. Complete external reporting (tax, annual returns, etc.)
4. Manage internal and external audits
5. Assess accounting operations, offering recommendations for improvement and implementing new processes
6. Ensure compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements as well as internal controls
7. Coordination of Tax/legal and Internal Control activities
8. Responsible for consolidated financial reports based statutory requirements and Phocos Group Policies
9. Manage the monthly processing of payroll, including overtime, expense claims and travel expenses
10. Coordinate salary payments 
11. Process journal entries and provide the payroll tax

Experience/Qualifications

1. *Product-based company managing inventory
2. *ERP system experience
   1. Prefer NetSuite experience (not widely used in Germany; SAP is more prevalent)
3. German tax reporting
   1. Continue to use our external auditor/accountant to prepare reporting
4. Bachelor in Finance / Controlling / Accounting (preferred)
5. 5-7 years of experience in a similar position;
6. Good knowledge of and experience in company administration
7. Advanced analytical skills and trend analysis
8. *Excellent communication skills at all levels of organization
9. *Strong command of English, fluent in German is a must

Phocos is a global manufacturer of solar components and Energy Storage solutions for off-grid and edge-of-grid power supplies. With over 20-years of experience, Phocos designs and supplies high-quality power conversion and energy storage solutions that provide reliable power Anywhere, Anytime, Any-GridTM. With over 3 billion people in the world living without access to reliable power, we have work to do, and we want you to join our team to help us provide world-class solutions to meet the world’s growing power demands while contributing to a decarbonized planet. 

Phocos is currently seeking an Embedded Software Engineer to support our product R&D team. 

Reporting to the Director of Engineering, the Embedded Software Engineer is an integral part of the product development team. They are responsible for development and implementation of embedded software for Phocos power conversion, energy storage and networking accessories. The Embedded Software Engineer collaborates with hardware engineers, mechanical engineers and product managers to develop new products according to market requirements as well as continually improves and advances the functionality of the existing product portfolio through innovative techniques. 

 Responsibilities: 

• Development and implementation of embedded software for switch mode power supplies such as solar charge controllers (PWM / MPPT) in embedded C. 
• Project support from the first idea to serial production and operation. 
• Further development and maintenance of existing software. 
• Collaborates with technicians and Applications Engineers for verification and validation of product functionality and reliability according to technical specifications. 
• Stays current with latest embedded C programming architecture and trends to continually keep Phocos products on the cutting edge. 

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies:

• Strong knowledge in embedded software development with C/C++ 
• Basic knowledge in version management with Git and experience with software engineering tools 
• Basic knowledge of object-oriented application development using Java or C# 
• Experience with networked devices including various communication protocols and technologies (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 4G, 5G, etc.) is a plus 
• Fluency in English (German proficiency a plus) 
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial attitude. 
• Well-structured, solution-oriented approach to solving problems. 
• Creative thinker who enjoys collaborating with of a growing team, company. 
• Able to work effectively cross-functionally and with other global offices to achieve objectives. 

Required Experience: 

• 0-5 Years professional experience in Embedded C programming 
• Fluency in English (German proficiency a plus) 

Education: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science or related field. 

If you are interested, we look forward to receiving your application, including cover letter, CV, references, and salary expectations by email to hr@phocos.com. 

Phocos AG is one of the world's leading manufacturers of solar charge controllers and inverters for off-grid power supply. We develop, produce and sell our products on a global level and maximize the reliability of photovoltaic island systems with the highest quality standards. With millions of products in use worldwide, since our founding in 2000, we have spanned a global distribution network to bring light and electricity to the most remote places on earth. This improves living conditions in many places and with every item we sell, we actively contribute to combating climate change and preserving the earth for future generations. If you would like to be part of our vision, then we would like to hear from YOU!

We are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer (m/f/d) at our headquarters in Ulm to start as soon as possible:

Embedded Software Engineer (m/w/d) 

Your Tasks

• Development and implementation of embedded software in the field of solar charge controllers (PWM / MPPT)
• Project support from the first idea to series production and operation
• Further development and maintenance of existing software

 Job Requirements

• Completed technical studies (e.g. electronic engineering, computer science, technical computer science) or comparable qualification
• Knowledge of embedded software development with C/C++
• Basic knowledge of version management with Git and experience with software engineering tools
• Basic knowledge of object-oriented application development with Java or C#
• Experience with connected devices including different communication protocols and technologies (Bluetooth, Wifi, 4G, 5G etc.) is an advantage
• Very good knowledge of spoken and written English
• Practical disposition and initiative paired with a thorough and structured way of working
• Reliability, pronounced sense of responsibility, acting independently as well as high flexibility, creativity, social skills and the ability to work in a team

 What We Offer

• Flat hierarchies, open communication and short decision-making processes
• An interesting, varied work environment
• The opportunity to work and design independently
• training opportunities
• A young, international and highly motivated team
• Interesting and responsible work in an internationally successful company
• Performance-related remuneration in a permanent employment relationship
• Employer-funded pension

If you are interested, we look forward to receiving your application, including cover letter, CV, certificates and salary expectations in English or German by email to hr@phocos.com.

Die Phocos AG gehört zu den weltweit führenden Herstellern von Solarladereglern und Wechselrichtern zur netzunabhängigen Stromversorgung. Wir entwickeln, produzieren und vertreiben unsere Produkte auf globaler Ebene und maximieren mit höchstem Qualitätsanspruch die Zuverlässigkeit von Photovoltaikinselsystemen. Mit Millionen von Produkten weltweit im Einsatz haben wir seit unserer Gründung im Jahr 2000 ein weltweites Vertriebsnetz gespannt, um Licht und Elektrizität zu den abgelegensten Orten der Welt zu bringen. Damit verbessern sich vielerorts die Lebensbedingungen und wir tragen mit jedem verkauften Artikel aktiv dazu bei, den Klimawandel zu bekämpfen und die Erde für nachfolgende Generationen zu erhalten. Wenn auch du Teil unserer Vision sein möchtest dann bewirb dich bei uns. 

Wir suchen zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt in unserem Stammhaus in Ulm eine(n): 

Elektro- Techniker (m/w/d)

 Deine Aufgaben 

• Versuchs- und Prototypenaufbauten, technische Berechnungen, Interpretation der Ergebnisse 
• Aufbau und Durchführung von elektrischen und thermischen Tests inklusive Auswertung und Begleitung von EMV-Tests 
• Wartung und Instandhaltung von Laborequipment (elektrische Sicherheitsprüfungen, Kalibrierungen, 

Effizienz, etc.) 

• Bearbeitung von technischer Dokumentation 
• Allgemein unterstützende Tätigkeiten für die Elektronikentwicklung 

Dein Profil 

• Abgeschlossene Ausbildung zum Techniker (m/w/d) oder vergleichbare Ausbildung im Bereich Elektronik/Mechatronik 
• 3 Jahre + Berufserfahrung auf ähnlichem technischen Gebiet 
• Idealerweise bereits Erfahrung mit Solarladereglern und Wechselrichtern für Netzunabhängige Photovoltaik 
• Gute Kenntnisse / Erfahrung in elektrotechnischen Aufbauten, Tests, Messungen, Löten 
• Erfahrungen im Bereich der Zertifizierung von E-Produkten (z.B. CE) sind von Vorteil 
• Teamfähigkeit und Kreativität 
• Sehr gute Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift, weitere Fremdsprachen von Vorteil 
• Praktische Veranlagung und Eigeninitiative gepaart mit gründlicher und strukturierter Arbeitsweise 
• Zuverlässigkeit, ausgeprägtes Verantwortungsbewusstsein, eigenverantwortliches Handeln sowie hohe Flexibilität und Kreativität 
• Hohe Loyalität, Sozialkompetenz und Teamfähigkeit 
• Offenheit für gelegentliche mehrtätige, internationale Dienstreisen 

 Wir bieten 

• flache Hierarchien, offene Kommunikation und kurze Entscheidungswege 
• ein interessantes, abwechslungsreiches Arbeitsumfeld 
• die Möglichkeit eigenverantwortlich zu arbeiten und zu gestalten 

• Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten 
• ein junges, internationales und hochmotiviertes Team 
• interessante und verantwortungsvolle Tätigkeiten in einem international erfolgreichen Unternehmen 
• leistungsgerechte Entlohnung in einem unbefristeten Arbeitsverhältnis 
• Betriebliche Altersvorsorge 
• Kaffee- /Wasser- /Milch-Flatrate 

Bei Interesse freuen wir uns auf deine Bewerbung, inklusive Anschreiben, Lebenslauf, Zeugnissen und Verdienstvorstellungen in Englisch oder Deutsch per Email an hr@phocos.com. 

Phocos, is a global manufacturer of solar components and Energy Storage solutions for off-grid and edge-of-grid power supplies. With over 20-years of experience, Phocos designs and supplies high-quality power conversion and energy storage solutions that provide reliable power Anywhere, Anytime, Any-GridTM. With over 3 billion people in the world living without access to reliable power, we have work to do, and we want you to join our team to help us provide world-class solutions to meet the world’s growing power demands while contributing to a decarbonized planet.

Phocos is currently seeking a Manager- Technical Support to provide world class service to our clients before, during and after the purchasing process.

Reporting to the Applications Engineer, the Manager- Technical Support is an integral part of the technical team. They are responsible for customer technical support, technical sales support and warranty claim management including inspection, testing, repair and documentation of claim reports.

Responsibilities:

• Fields customer technical support inquiries for the Americas region, troubleshoots problems and provides thorough and prompt communication to clients regarding the status and resolution of support tickets.
• Tests prototype, trial production and mass production builds, evaluates and clearly documents test results and makes recommendations to R&D/Product Management.
• Investigates, documents and resolves customer warranty claims in an expedient manner utilizing first-class customer service skills.
• Thoroughly documents all customer technical support issues using company ticketing system and regularly updates ticket status throughout the support process.
• Assists Sales teams with technical sales inquiries including product selection, system design review and providing detailed product training to key clients.
• Provides assistance to Inside Sales/Logistics for QC, preparation of outbound shipments for dispatch on an as-needed basis.
• Occasional overnight travel is required up to 10%.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies:

• Strong electronics background with previous experience with power electronics.
• Demonstrated experience using digital multimeters, DC power-supplies, oscilloscopes, and similar testing equipment.
• Solid experience with THT/SMT soldering.
• Refined problem-solving skills.
• Thorough record-keeping, documentation skills.
• Excellent customer service and presentation skills.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and circuit schematics.
• Experience with performing electrical safety procedures and identifying electrical hazards.
• Self-motivated, team player.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Able to work effectively cross-functionally and with other global offices to achieve objectives.
• Significant skills in multi-tasking and time management.
• Ability to lift at objects weighing up to 40 lbs.

Required Experience: 

• 5+ years of work technician experience within an electronics-related field  
  • Power electronics/solar/battery/refrigeration experience preferred.  
• 5+ years of technical customer support experience in an electronics-related field.  
• Previous experience in technical sales support.  
• Previous experiencing writing and executing engineering test plans and preparing written test reports.  
• Previous experience using CRM, ticketing software.  
• Fluent in English (Spanish, Portuguese a plus)

Phocos is a global manufacturer of solar components and Energy Storage solutions for off-grid and edge-of-grid power supplies. With over 20-years of experience, Phocos designs and supplies high-quality power conversion and energy storage solutions that provide reliable power Anywhere, Anytime, Any-Grid^TM.  With over 3 billion people in the world living without access to reliable power, we have work to do, and we want you to join our team to help us provide world-class solutions to meet the world’s growing power demands while contributing to a decarbonized planet.

Phocos is currently seeking a Sales Manager - Europe to rapidly develop and grow Phocos’ business throughout Europe, serving as the key interface between customers and internal stakeholders. This position requires both technical expertise as well as the ability to initiate and develop relationships with a wide array of clients and partners from various cultural backgrounds while positioning the Phocos brand for long term growth in the marketplace. The Sales Manager - Europe will work closely with clients, the Internal Sales team and the Technical Support team to ensure customer satisfaction and expand opportunities for future sales growth. He/she must be comfortable with frequent travel, public speaking and be able to present complex technical subjects in an intuitive and straightforward manner.
  
Reporting to the COO, the Sales Manager - Europe, keeps current on market/technology trends and provides product strategy recommendations to R&D, Product Management and Executive Management teams including well defined business cases based on real world market opportunities.

Your tasks

• Generates new Phocos business and ensures growth of existing accounts
• Assess potential application of Phocos products and offers solutions that meet customer needs
• Assist clients in sizing and deployment of power system solutions featuring Phocos solutions
• Develop appropriate strategic and operational relationships at all levels, internal and external
• Provide accurate and timely forecasting, pipeline management and account growth plans
• Meet and exceed targets by developing new business relationships with customers
• Provide product training to clients and communicate internal feedback for product development
• Identify and participate in strategic industry events such as conferences and trade shows 
• Generates market analysis to define new business opportunities for Phocos
• Produces data driven business cases as justification for new product development
• Provides ongoing strategy recommendation internally regarding Phocos product roadmap
• Domestic and International Travel: up to 50%

Your profile

• Three years minimum sales, account management experience
• Previous experience in the solar, energy storage or other renewable energy field
• Fluency in both English and German – additional languages a plus
• Entrepreneurial drive and motivation to identify potential customers in key target markets
• Excellent verbal communication skills and strong attention to detail
• Proven ability to develop and deliver effective sales presentations and proposals
• Ability to understand a prospective client's corporate structure and identify key decision makers
• Ability to influence internal and external decision makers at the highest level
• Self-motivated, team player, who is disciplined and able to take high degree of initiative
• Ability to successfully negotiate and close deals to ensure deliverables achieved 
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering or Related Field

We offer

• A motivated and open team that is at your side with help and advice.
• A constructive, fair and collegial working atmosphere in an exciting international environment.
• A full-time employment relationship initially limited to two years, with a very good chance of being taken on in a permanent employment relationship.

If you are interested, we look forward to receiving your email application, including cover letter, CV and certificates. Please also tell us your earliest possible starting date and your earnings expectations. Your contact person is Heike Toegel (heike.toegel@phocos.com).

Ort: Ulm, Deutschland

Die Phocos AG gehört zu den weltweit führenden Herstellern von Solarladereglern und Wechselrichtern zur netzunabhängigen Stromversorgung. Wir entwickeln, produzieren und vertreiben unsere Produkte auf globaler Ebene und maximieren mit höchstem Qualitätsanspruch die Zuverlässigkeit von Photovoltaikinselsystemen. Mit Millionen von Produkten weltweit im Einsatz haben wir seit unserer Gründung im Jahr 2000 ein weltweites Vertriebsnetz gespannt, um Licht und Elektrizität zu den abgelegensten Orten der Welt zu bringen. Damit verbessern sich vielerorts die Lebensbedingungen und wir tragen mit jedem verkauften Artikel aktiv dazu bei, den Klimawandel zu bekämpfen und die Erde für nachfolgende Generationen zu erhalten. Wenn auch du Teil unserer Vision sein möchtest dann bewirb dich bei uns.

Wir suchen zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt in unserem Stammhaus in Ulm eine(n):

Senior Embedded Software Engineer (m/w/d)

Deine Aufgaben

• Entwicklung und Implementierung von Embedded Software im Bereich Solar-Laderegler (PWM / MPPT)
• Projektbegleitung von der ersten Idee bis zur Serienproduktion und Betrieb
• Weiterentwicklung und Pflege bestehender Software

Dein Profil

• Abgeschlossenes technisches Studium (z.B. Elektrotechnik, Informatik, Technische Informatik) oder vergleichbare Qualifikation
• 5+ Jahre Berufserfahrung auf ähnlichem technischem Gebiet
• Profi in der Embedded Softwareentwicklung mit C/C++
• Grundkenntnisse in der Versionsverwaltung mit Git und Erfahrungen mit Softwareengineering Tools
• Grundkenntnisse in der objektorientierten Anwendungsentwicklung mit Java oder C#
• Erfahrungen mit vernetzten Geräten einschließlich verschiedener Kommunikationsprotokolle und -technologien (Bluetooth, Wifi, 4G, 5G usw.) sind von Vorteil
• Sehr gute Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift
• Praktische Veranlagung und Eigeninitiative gepaart mit gründlicher und strukturierter Arbeitsweise
• Zuverlässigkeit, ausgeprägtes Verantwortungsbewusstsein, eigenverantwortliches Handeln sowie hohe Flexibilität, Kreativität, Sozialkompetenz und Teamfähigkeit

Wir bieten

• flache Hierarchien, offene Kommunikation und kurze Entscheidungswege 
• ein interessantes, abwechslungsreiches Arbeitsumfeld 
• die Möglichkeit eigenverantwortlich zu arbeiten und zu gestalten
• Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten
• ein junges, internationales und hochmotiviertes Team
• interessante und verantwortungsvolle Tätigkeiten in einem international erfolgreichen Unternehmen
• leistungsgerechte Entlohnung in einem unbefristeten Arbeitsverhältnis
• Betriebliche Altersvorsorge
• Kaffee- /Wasser- /Milch-Flatrate

Bei Interesse freuen wir uns auf deine Bewerbung, inklusive Anschreiben, Lebenslauf, Zeugnissen und Verdienstvorstellungen in Englisch oder Deutsch per Email an hr@phocos.com.

Phocos is a global manufacturer of solar components and Energy Storage solutions for off-grid and edge-of-grid power supplies. With over 20-years of experience, Phocos designs and supplies high-quality power conversion and energy storage solutions that provide reliable power Anywhere, Anytime, Any-Grid^TM.  With over 3 billion people in the world living without access to reliable power, we have work to do, and we want you to join our team to help us provide world-class solutions to meet the world’s growing power demands while contributing to a decarbonized planet.

Phocos is currently seeking a Support Technician to support our Aftersales Support, Quality Management and R&D teams.

  
Reporting to the Applications Engineer, the Support Technician is an integral part of the technical team. They are responsible for customer technical support, technical sales support and assisting R&D with preparing and executing test plans as part of the product development process.

Responsibilities:

• Fields customer technical support inquiries for the Americas region, troubleshoots problems and provides thorough and prompt communication to clients regarding the status and resolution of support tickets.
• Tests prototype, trial production and mass production builds, evaluates and clearly documents test results and makes recommendations to R&D.
• Investigates, documents and resolves customer warranty claims in an expedient manner utilizing first^-class customer service skills.
• Thoroughly documents all customer technical support issues using company ticketing system and regularly updates ticket status throughout the support process.
• Assists Sales teams with technical sales inquiries including product selection, system design review and providing detailed product training to key clients.
• Provides assistance to Inside Sales/Logistics for QC, preparation of outbound shipments for dispatch on an as-needed basis.
• Occasional overnight travel is required up to 10%.

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies:

• Strong electronics background with previous experience with power electronics.
• Demonstrated experience using digital multimeters, DC power-supplies, oscilloscopes, and similar testing equipment.
• Solid experience with THT/SMT soldering.
• Refined problem-solving skills.
• Thorough record-keeping, documentation skills.
• Excellent customer service and presentation skills.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings and circuit schematics
• Experience with performing electrical safety procedures and identifying electrical hazards.
• Self-motivated, team player
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Able to work effectively cross-functionally and with other global offices to achieve objectives.
• Significant skills in multi-tasking and time management.
• Ability to lift at objects weighing up to 40 lbs.

Required Experience:

• 5+ years of work technician experience within an electronics-related field
  • Power electronics/solar/battery/refrigeration experience preferred.
• 5+ years of technical support experience in an electronics-related field.
• Previous experience in technical sales support.
• Previous experiencing writing and executing engineering test plans and preparing written test reports.
• Previous experience using CRM, ticketing software.
• Fluent in English (Spanish, Portuguese a plus)

Job description coming soon. However, if you are interested in this position, we strongly encourage you to apply today.

Job description coming soon. However, if you are interested in this position, we strongly encourage you to apply today.

Job description coming soon. However, if you are interested in this position, we strongly encourage you to apply today.

Job description coming soon. However, if you are interested in this position, we strongly encourage you to apply today.

Job description coming soon. However, if you are interested in this position, we strongly encourage you to apply today.

Job description coming soon. However, if you are interested in this position, we strongly encourage you to apply today.

Job description coming soon. However, if you are interested in this position, we strongly encourage you to apply today.

Job description coming soon. However, if you are interested in this position, we strongly encourage you to apply today.

Job description coming soon. However, if you are interested in this position, we strongly encourage you to apply today.

Job description coming soon. However, if you are interested in this position, we strongly encourage you to apply today.

Job description coming soon. However, if you are interested in this position, we strongly encourage you to apply today.

Job description coming soon. However, if you are interested in this position, we strongly encourage you to apply today.

Job description coming soon. However, if you are interested in this position, we strongly encourage you to apply today.

Job description coming soon. However, if you are interested in this position, we strongly encourage you to apply today.

Job description coming soon. However, if you are interested in this position, we strongly encourage you to apply today.

Job description coming soon. However, if you are interested in this position, we strongly encourage you to apply today.