Canadian Solar

Project Engineer

Canadian Solar$105K — $140K *
US-Anywhere
+ 2 other locationsRemote
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant technical experience
  • Minimum of two years in project/system engineering related to power or electrical projects
  • Familiarity with low- and medium-voltage electrical systems and installations
  • Capability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
  • Understanding of grid-interconnection and energy storage codes like UL, NFPA, IEEE
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% within Canada and the U.S.
  • Experience with utility-scale battery systems or renewable energy projects is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate execution of utility-scale battery projects from design to commissioning
  • Serve as the main technical contact for assigned projects
  • Manage technical scope, schedules, and project stakeholders
  • Develop and review technical specifications and support vendor qualification
  • Assist in procurement by preparing technical requirements and reviewing proposals
  • Coordinate with external engineering consultants and support design meetings
  • Review engineering designs and documentation to ensure quality and compliance
  • Conduct site visits to verify adherence to designs and specifications
  • Provide technical support during construction and troubleshooting issues
  • Evaluate Factory Acceptance Test procedures and reports

Benefits

  • Opportunity to develop expertise in a growing industry
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams
  • Supportive of professional growth and technical skill enhancement
  • Exposure to cutting-edge battery energy storage solutions
  • Potential for annual bonus based on performance
Full Job Description
Position Title: Project Engineer
Department: Project Engineering
Compensation: $105,000 - $140,000 + annual bonus (range varies depending on location; paid in local currency)
Reports To: Global Director, Project Engineering
Location: Canada or USA

About the Role:

e-STORAGE is seeking a Project Engineer to support the successful execution of utility-scale battery energy storage system projects across North America. Working within a cross-functional project team, you will coordinate engineering activities from design development through construction and commissioning, collaborating with internal teams, engineering consultants, suppliers, EPC contractors, and other key stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with a solid electrical foundation to develop deeper expertise within the rapidly growing battery energy storage industry while taking meaningful ownership of assigned project activities. The position involves up to 25% travel within Canada and the United States to support design verification, construction inspections, and the resolution of project-specific technical issues.

Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate the technical execution of utility-scale battery storage projects from design development through construction and commissioning
  • Act as a technical point of contact for assigned projects, coordinating requests and escalating complex issues when required
  • Manage assigned technical scope, engineering schedules, project stakeholders, and deliverables to support successful project execution
  • Develop and review technical specifications and support vendor reviews, supplier qualification, testing, and commissioning activities
  • Support procurement and tendering activities by preparing technical requirements, coordinating supplier information, maintaining technical Q&A logs, and reviewing EPC bidder proposals
  • Coordinate external engineering consultants and support technical coordination and design-review meetings
  • Review and coordinate engineering designs and technical documentation from suppliers, consultants, and contractors, identifying gaps and supporting the timely resolution of comments
  • Conduct site visits to verify that construction and installation activities align with approved designs, drawings, specifications, and quality expectations
  • Provide technical support during construction and commissioning, assisting with the resolution of design, installation, and project-execution issues
  • Review Factory Acceptance Test procedures and reports to confirm alignment with project requirements


Required Qualifications and Skills:
  • An educational background in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant technical experience
  • At least two years of project engineering, systems engineering, or related technical experience, ideally supporting utility-scale energy, power, or electrical infrastructure projects
  • General understanding of low- and medium-voltage electrical systems, including electrical installation design, cable sizing, short-circuit and load-flow analysis, protective-device coordination, and arc-flash studies
  • Ability to interpret and review engineering drawings, technical specifications, and project documentation
  • General knowledge of grid-interconnection requirements and applicable renewable energy and energy storage codes and standards, including UL, NFPA, IEEE, NETA, NERC, and relevant regional market requirements
  • Ability to travel up to 25% within Canada and the United States, including occasional multi-day site visits
  • Experience with utility-scale battery energy storage systems, lithium-ion battery technology, medium-voltage substations, or renewable energy projects is considered an asset
  • Knowledge of balance-of-plant systems, including UPS systems, fire detection and suppression, HVAC, and auxiliary electrical systems, is considered an asset


This is a current vacancy, and we are actively hiring for this position.

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About Canadian Solar

Canadian Solar Inc. is a publicly traded company that manufactures solar PV modules and provides solar energy solutions. It was founded in 2001 in Canada and has since expanded to over 20 countries. Canadian Solar has delivered over 38 GW of solar modules to customers in over 150 countries. In 2018, Canadian Solar was ranked #6 on the list of top solar panel manufacturers by PV Tech. The company is listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange.
Learn more about Canadian Solar
Size
13,535 employees
Market Cap
$1.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$299.3 million
Founded
2001
5 Year Trend
+13.1%
Revenue
$3.5 billion
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