Sr Solbank Commissioning Engineer (CS e-STORAGE)

e-STORAGE is a subsidiary of Canadian Solar and a leading company specialising 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 3.3 GWh DC of battery energy storage solutions in various locations, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and China.

The (Snr) Solbank Commissioning Engineer is responsible for leading and executing the commissioning and testing of Solbanks on a global scale—especially in emerging markets without an established commissioning or service team. The role is designed to empower local teams by ensuring they are fully trained, self-sufficient, and confident in managing their systems. In addition to technical leadership, this position requires developing comprehensive documentation for all processes, health and safety sign-offs, and individual training records. Extensive travel is required, with the ability to work on-site for two to three weeks at a time.

Responsibilities:

• Create detailed plans and procedures for commissioning and testing, including IR checks, chiller and HVAC commissioning, as well as FACP and gas sensor testing.
• Establish robust documentation practices for recording testing records and sign-off procedures.
• Provide Solbank technical support to all Commissioning and Service team employees and oversee the development of other engineers and technicians.
• Support the commissioning management team in developing process improvements and commissioning tools.
• Facilitate the handover process to the LTSA (Long-Term Service Agreement) team as the subject matter expert on Solbanks.
• Maintain readiness for extensive travel, up to 80% of the time, with on-site assignments lasting from two to three weeks.

Service:

• Conduct thorough training sessions to certify new team members.
• Assess and sign off on team members’ competency after they have successfully navigated common troubleshooting scenarios.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive service documentation, including sign-off procedures and training records.
• Ensure that all documentation meets health and safety standards.
• Coach, mentor, and motivate both local team members and contractors, fostering a culture of accountability and professionalism.
• Provide expert technical support to resolve operational faults and to maintain continuous system integrity.
• Assist LTSA team as the subject matter expert on Solbanks should a fault occur during operation.

Qualifications and Experience:

• HNC in electrical engineering with appropriate field experience in BESS commissioning.
• Minimum 5 years of BESS commissioning and/or testing experience.
• Must have experience commissioning BESS systems and fault-finding during operations.
• Good technical writing skills and be able to draft working instructions, etc.
• Solid and effective interpersonal and communication skills (including oral, written, and visual).
• Strong organisational and time management skills; the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships internally and externally with staff, management, clients, suppliers, community partners and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work flexible hours (evenings, weekends) and travel to project sites as required.

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, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.