Commissioning Technician (CS e-STORAGE)

Commissioning Technician e-STORAGE is a subsidiary of Canadian Solar and a leading company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and integration of battery energy storage systems for utility-scale applications. The Company offers its own proprietary LFP battery solution, comprehensive EPC services, and innovative solutions aimed at improving grid operations, integrating clean energy, and contributing to a sustainable future. e-STORAGE has successfully implemented over multiple GWh DC of battery energy storage solutions in various locations, including North and South America, the United Kingdom, Australia, and East Asia. This significant accomplishment solidifies e-STORAGE’s position as a key player in the global energy storage integration industry. Currently, the Company operates two fully automated, state-of the-art manufacturing facilities with an annual production capacity approaching 20 GWh. e-STORAGE is fully equipped to continue providing high-quality, scalable energy storage solutions and contribute to the widespread adoption of clean energy. For additional information about e-STORAGE, visit www.csestorage.com Canadian Solar was founded in 2001 in Canada and has been listed on NASDAQ since 2006. It is now one of the world’s largest solar technology and renewable energy companies. Canadian Solar is a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules, a provider of solar energy and battery storage solutions, and a developer of utility-scale solar power and battery storage projects with a geographically diversified pipeline in various stages of development. Over the past 23 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered over 102 GW of premium-quality solar photovoltaic modules to customers across the world. Since entering the project development business in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected over 9 GWp of solar power projects and over 3 GWh of battery storage projects globally. Currently, the Company has approximately 700 MWp of solar power projects in operation, 8 GWp of projects under construction or in backlog (late-stage), and an additional 17 GWp of projects in advanced and early-stage pipeline. In addition, the Company has a total battery storage project development pipeline of 52 GWh, including approximately 2 GWh under construction or in backlog, and an additional 50 GWh in advanced and early-stage development. Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable companies in the solar and renewable energy industry. For additional information about Canadian Solar, visit www.canadiansolar.com Position Title: Commissioning Technician Department: Commissioning and Service Reports To: Commissioning Manager Entity: CS e-STORAGE Location: UK Position Summary: The Commissioning Technician will be an integral part of the commissioning team, with their main responsibility being to work with and support the commissioning engineer and their manager in the commissioning of BESS sites. The successful candidate must be able and willing to travel and complete tasks at various project sites throughout the country and, on occasion, internationally. Experience with BESS or renewable power generation equipment in a commissioning or service environment is required. Responsibilities: Commission BESS sites which use CSI Energy Storage’s Solbank Storage Power Block as part of a commissioning team. Perform tasks assigned by the commissioning manager and engineer, such as safety system checks, installation inspection, and functional tests. Perform daily routine tasks such as executing commissioning checklists, reviewing, and updating the issues list and helping to monitor the performance of commissioned assets. Support the commissioning of the overall control system by testing the network connectivity of all field devices and performing point-to-point tests. Provide on-site diagnostic, troubleshooting and hands-on support. Supervise subcontractors on-site where required. Assist in developing standard operating procedures from lessons learned on-site. Assist with the completion of testing documentation and preparation of test reports in a timely manner. Assist with the identification and compilation of spare parts inventories. Ensure proper LOTO and switching procedures are observed as required. Support client and operation and maintenance contractor training during and after commissioning. Adhere to all health and safety rules and policies. Attending and occasionally leading Plan of Day (POD) meetings. Review vendor commissioning documentation for completeness and accuracy. Maintain deficiencies punch list for each vendor and track completion of various. Work with the commissioning engineer to ensure post-handover site performance is optimized. Qualifications and Experience: Qualified Electro-mechanical Technician. Minimum 5 years’ relevant work experience in an installation or service environment preferably in renewable energy or power generation Previous training in, or knowledge of inverters highly desired. SCADA experience will be beneficial. Comfortable working in a team or alone, with good communications skills Good practical problem-solving skills. Compensation & Benefits: Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus a fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on annual objective achievement. Canadian Solar Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.