Utility-Scale Battery Storage Project Engineer

Canadian Solar; Canada; On-site; CAD 146,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

Canadian Solar, through its e-STORAGE division, seeks a Project Engineer to supportNorth America utility-scale battery storage projects. You will coordinate from design development to construction and commissioning, liaising with engineers, consultants, suppliers, and EPC contractors.

The role offers deep exposure to evolving energy storage tech, with up to 25% travel required across Canada and the United States to verify design integrity and site execution.

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent with relevant experience.
• At least two years in project engineering or related technical role on utility-scale projects.
• Knowledge of LV/MV electrical systems and protection coordination.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Familiarity with grid interconnection requirements and standards (UL, NFPA, IEEE, NETA, NERC).
• Willingness to travel up to 25% within Canada and the United States.
• Experience with battery energy storage systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate technical execution of utility-scale battery storage projects from design through construction and commissioning.
• Act as technical point of contact for assigned projects and escalate complex issues.
• Manage technical scope, schedules, stakeholders, and deliverables for project success.
• Develop and review technical specifications; support vendor reviews and testing.
• Support procurement by preparing technical requirements and reviewing EPC bids.
• Coordinate external consultants and design-review meetings.
• Review designs and documentation from suppliers/contractors; resolve comments.
• Conduct site visits to verify construction aligns with designs and specs.
• Provide technical support during construction and commissioning; resolve issues.
• Review FAT procedures/reports for alignment with requirements.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Project Engineering

Electrical systems knowledge

Reading drawings

Grid interconnection knowledge

Willingness to travel

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Canadian Solar, through its e-STORAGE division, seeks a Project Engineer to supportNorth America utility-scale battery storage projects. You will coordinate from design development to construction and commissioning, liaising with engineers, consultants, suppliers, and EPC contractors.

The role offers deep exposure to evolving energy storage tech, with up to 25% travel required across Canada and the United States to verify design integrity and site execution.