MV Electrical Safety & Commissioning Manager, Americas

Canadian Solar; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 213,462 - 270,385; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Solar is seeking a MV Electrical Safety & Commissioning Manager to lead medium voltage electrical safety for utility-scale battery storage projects across the Americas. You will ensure compliance with electrical safety procedures, develop rules, and collaborate with technical teams. The role requires strong expertise in medium-voltage systems and knowledge of North American standards.

The position includes a competitive salary of $150,000 - $190,000 plus bonuses, emphasizing the importance of work-life balance and employee development.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with medium-voltage electrical systems, ideally up to 34.5kV.
• Demonstrated experience in MV switching activities, including isolation and grounding.
• Strong understanding of North American electrical safety codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support medium-voltage switching activities across BESS projects.
• Develop and standardize electrical safety rules and operational practices.
• Provide technical leadership during electrical work, commissioning, and troubleshooting.

Skills

Experience with medium-voltage electrical systems

MV switching activities

Understanding of North American electrical safety codes

Experience in renewables and power generation

Electrical risk assessments

Education

Degree or diploma in electrical engineering or related field

Job description

## MV Electrical Safety & Commissioning Manager, AmericasApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Kitchener, ONtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: 10001239At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees' well-being. Join our team to \"Make the Difference\" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.**Position Title:** MV Electrical Safety & Commissioning Manager, Americas **Department:** Engineering **Compensation:** $150,000 - $190,000 + annual bonus **Reports To:** Global Director, Service **Location:** Ontario, Canada**About the Role:**e-STORAGE is looking for a Medium Voltage Electrical Safety & Commissioning Manager to support utility-scale battery energy storage projects across the Americas.This role will act as a regional technical authority for medium-voltage electrical systems, with a focus on safe switching operations, commissioning, energization, isolation, grounding, LOTO, and electrical safety procedures. You will help ensure that e-STORAGE’s project and service teams are operating safely, consistently, and in line with applicable electrical codes and standards across Canada, the United States, and Latin America.You will work closely with commissioning, service, site, contractor, and global technical teams to support safe project execution and operational performance. This includes helping standardize electrical safety rules, switching procedures, permits, risk assessments, and operating practices across the Americas.**Responsibilities:*** Lead and support medium-voltage switching activities across BESS projects, including isolation, grounding, LOTO, energization, and safe switching practices* Support commissioning and operational activities for medium-voltage electrical systems, ensuring work is completed safely and in line with applicable standards* Develop, implement, and standardize electrical safety rules, switching procedures, permits, and operational practices across the Americas* Provide technical leadership to site teams, contractors, commissioning teams, and service teams during electrical work, commissioning, troubleshooting, and operational activities* Conduct and review electrical risk assessments, method statements, switching plans, permits, and safety documentation* Work with global technical leaders, including the UK-based HV/MV technical function, to align regional practices with global electrical safety and operational standards* Support compliance with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, utility requirements, and regulatory expectations across Canada, the United States, and Latin America* Monitor electrical system performance, identify technical or safety risks, and support corrective actions or continuous improvement initiatives* Ability to travel to project sites across the Americas as required, particularly during commissioning, energization, switching activities, and major operational milestones**Required Qualifications and Skills:*** Strong experience with medium-voltage electrical systems, ideally up to 34.5kV, within utility-scale infrastructure, renewables, BESS, substations, power generation, or similar environments* Demonstrated experience performing, supervising, or authorizing MV switching activities, including isolation, grounding, LOTO, energization, and safe work planning* Strong understanding of North American electrical safety codes and standards, including CSA, NEC, IEEE, NFPA, OSHA, and local utility requirements* Experience supporting commissioning, energization, operations, maintenance, or field service activities for complex electrical systems* Experience developing or implementing electrical safety procedures, switching procedures, permits, risk assessments, method statements, or operating standards* Degree, diploma, trade qualification, or equivalent practical experience in electrical engineering, power systems, electrical technology, or a related field*e-STORAGE is 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.**e-STORAGE uses AI-assisted tools during parts of the hiring process, including screening and workflow automation. All final hiring decisions are made by humans.**This is a current vacancy, and we are actively hiring for this position.*