Canadian Solar Inc.
Canadian Solar Inc.
Canadian Solar Inc. develops and manufactures solar power and energy storage technologies that support residential, commercial, and utility-scale clean energy projects. Its portfolio includes solar modules, utility inverters, and battery storage systems, supported by manufacturing operations in Asia and the Americas. Founded in 2001, the company serves customers in more than 160 countries through subsidiaries across six continents, bringing together expertise in renewable energy, construction, logistics, and large-scale project delivery. Canadian Solar also emphasizes responsible supply chain practices as it helps expand access to lower-carbon power.

Remote Controls Engineer, Utility-Scale Battery Storage

Deploy and commission control systems for utility-scale battery storage projects, supporting networking, SCADA, communications, and project delivery.

Description

  • Review contracts and vendor agreements to confirm controls requirements are met throughout project delivery.
  • Validate design packages covering electrical drawings, data flows, network designs, signal mappings, power models, and control narratives.
  • Organize technical documentation in SharePoint and coordinate its flow among vendors and project stakeholders.
  • Build batch scripts and automation tools to streamline data collection and improve operational efficiency.
  • Provide technical support to customers, EPCs, utilities, equipment vendors, and internal project teams.
  • Diagnose network and communications issues in VPN-secured environments.
  • Address customer and operator requests for system changes, troubleshooting, and control enhancements.
  • Support site commissioning and provide controls expertise.
  • Follow engineering standards, project requirements, safety protocols, and company policies.

Requirements

  • Degree-level background in controls engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.
  • At least three years of industrial controls experience in power generation, renewable energy, or a comparable power systems environment.
  • Hands-on experience with Modbus, DNP3, and TCP/IP.
  • Knowledge of industrial networks, including IP addressing, subnetting, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and network communications.
  • Experience with SCADA, plant control systems, or utility-scale automation.
  • Experience with inverter-based resources such as battery storage, solar, or other renewable generation is an asset.
  • Exposure to substations, protective relays, and transformers is preferred.
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Willingness to travel nationally and internationally up to 10–15% to project sites and vendor facilities.

Benefits

  • Training and opportunities for promotion.
  • Flexible work options to support employee well-being.
  • Competitive salary.
  • Performance bonuses.
  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Health coverage.
  • Retirement plans.
  • Paid time off.

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