Enphase

Staff Hardware Engineer

Join Enphase in Christchurch as a Staff Hardware Engineer developing next-gen solar micro-inverters. This role involves hardware design, testing, and mentoring junior engineers. Enjoy stock units, bonuses, and career growth in a cutting-edge facility. NZ residency required.

Enphase

Company Overview

Enphase Energy, Inc.

Fremont, California, United States

2006

Approximately 3,000 employees worldwide (source: salestools.io). Revenue of $1.3 billion (source: cbinsights.com).

What They Do

Enphase Energy focuses its core technology on solar energy through semiconductor-based microinverters that convert DC power from individual solar modules to AC at the panel level. This innovative approach is integrated with proprietary networking and software for monitoring and control, as well as battery storage solutions like IQ Batteries and electric vehicle chargers. These technologies enable the generation, use, storage, and sharing of solar power, making Enphase a leader in the solar energy sector (source: cbinsights.com). Their product lineup includes microinverters compatible with virtually every solar panel, AC modules, and award-winning smart batteries such as the IQ Battery 5P. Additionally, they offer a leading mobile app for real-time energy data, control, and payment for excess power shared with communities, forming the Enphase Energy System for residential and commercial solar-plus-storage setups (source: enphase.com). Target markets encompass residential homeowners and commercial sectors in the United States and internationally, prioritizing clean energy solutions for self-consumption, grid interaction, and energy independence (source: cbinsights.com). Enphase holds a competitive position as a leader in microinverter-based solar technology, differentiating through module-level power conversion for higher reliability and scalability over traditional string inverters (source: enphase.com).

Projects & Track Record

Enphase Energy has a significant track record with over 5 million deployed systems globally and more than 84.8 million microinverters shipped since its inception in 2006 (source: enphase.com). While specific named projects with capacities, locations, or costs are not publicly detailed, the company's scale implies extensive involvement in residential and commercial solar-plus-storage deployments. Key clients include residential users and commercial entities adopting solar self-generation, with partnerships evident in utility interactions, although no major clients are specifically named (source: cbinsights.com). Enphase's geographic presence spans over 160 countries, with a strong focus on the U.S. market, particularly in California, where it continues to expand its operations (source: enphase.com).

Recent Developments

In the last two years, Enphase has announced increased deployments of its Legacy NEM System Expansion Solution in California, where utilities have streamlined approvals for expanding existing solar systems under net energy metering rules (source: zoominfo.com). On February 11, 2025, the company launched the expanded IQ Battery 5P solution tailored for new home projects in California, enhancing storage capabilities for residential solar setups (source: zoominfo.com). While no major acquisitions or mergers have been reported post-IPO, the company continues to focus on product milestones, including a patent grant for a piezoelectric power converter with trajectory control related to photovoltaics and power supplies (source: cbinsights.com).

Working There

Enphase offers a variety of roles across key departments at its Fremont headquarters, including engineering, product management, sales and marketing, and operations. Specific roles include software development, hardware design, business development, and customer success, with leadership positions such as Chief Executive Officer & President and specialized roles like Director of Cloud and IoT (source: salestools.io). The company culture emphasizes innovation, collaboration, continuous learning, and employee well-being, which is reflected in the amenities at their headquarters, such as open-plan offices, collaboration spaces, fitness centers, and wellness rooms designed to foster teamwork and attract top talent (source: salestools.io). Documented benefits include comprehensive packages supporting professional growth in a supportive environment, although specifics like health plans or equity are not detailed in available sources (source: salestools.io).


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Enphase Energy is a global energy technology company and a leading provider of solar, battery, and electric vehicle charging products. Founded in 2006, our innovative microinverter technology revolutionized solar power, making it a safer, more reliable, and scalable energy source. Today, the Enphase Energy System enables users to make, use, save, and sell their own power. Enphase is also one of the most successful and innovative clean energy companies in the world, with more than 80 million products shipped across 160 countries.

Join our dynamic team designing and developing next-gen energy technologies and help drive a sustainable future!

We're looking for a Staff Hardware Engineer to join our Research and Development Centre located in Wigram, Christchurch.

The Staff Hardware Engineer will be developing technology for the next generation of Enphase micro-inverters and grid interface products.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities include

  • Research and develop hardware for Enphase micro-inverters and grid interface products
  • Specify, design, test and troubleshoot new product designs
  • Manage product designs through the Enphase new product development process
  • Provide mentoring to junior Engineers

Skills and Qualifications

  • BE, BSc, Masters or PhD in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
  • 8+ years minimum experience in developing products from concept stage to market launch
  • Experience taking products through international compliance testing
  • Experience designing power, analogue and digital electronics circuits
  • Knowledge of circuit schematics, PCB layout and simulation tools
  • Exposure to Python, C or FPGA design would be considered an advantage

Employee Benefits

  • Restricted stock units as part of your total compensation
  • Bonus plan
  • Wellbeing and insurance benefits for you and your family
  • Annual performance reviews
  • Opportunities for career growth and development
  • Working in a well-equipped laboratory and facility

Visa Requirements

Enphase Energy NZ is currently only considering candidates for this role with New Zealand permanent residency or citizenship.

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About the role

April 28, 2026

Full time

Company

April 28, 2026

On-site

Solar Energy , Energy Storage , EV Charging Infrastructure

Enphase

enphase.com

  •  Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

8+ years

UTC+13:00