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Who We Are
Welcome to e-STORAGE, a proud member of the Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ: CSIQ) family! We’re leading the way in designing, building, and integrating advanced battery energy storage systems for utility-scale projects. Our mission? To accelerate the world’s renewable energy transition and create a more sustainable, resilient energy future for everyone.
With our innovative SolBank lithium-iron phosphate battery technology and comprehensive project services, we’re not just building products we’re powering communities and making a difference worldwide.
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 3.3 GWh DC of battery energy storage solutions in various locations, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and China. 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 of 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
Position Title: Controls Engineer
Department: Engineering
Location: Australia
Position Summary
The Controls Engineer will lead the implementation of BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems) capable of ultra-fast response to dispatch commands and grid supply variations. This candidate should be familiar with power systems, utility generation, protection, and transmission systems, as well as modern industrial networks and utility communication protocols.
Key Responsibilities:
- Drafting and negotiating technical contract exhibits for fast response BESS plant controllers.
- Managing stakeholders, utilities, and suppliers to design and deliver fast response controllers.
- Verifying testing and commissioning of advanced BESS plant controllers.
- Mentoring team members and supervising work processes to ensure high-quality deliverables are developed within timeline and budget commitments.
- Developing new tools, implementing processes, providing feedback, and working with other stakeholders to ensure continuous improvement of the technology/engineering/delivery value stream.
Related Experience:
The ideal candidate will have domain experience in solar PV or battery energy storage. The Digital-Twin Software Engineer must be proficient in the following:
- Experience with power grids, power generation, and/or renewable integration control.
- Experience with utility market applications.
- Experience with DigSilent PowerFactory, EMTP, or other power systems modeling tools.
- Expertise in model-based control software development.
- Expertise in Git workflow.
- Experience with Linux.
Programming:
- Scripting (Python, Batch).
- Relationship & time series databases.
- Writing automated tests.
- Jupyter, Deepnote.
Cloud Platforms:
- Experience with Azure and AWS cloud infrastructure.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
- Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to present ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively to internal and external audiences.
- A go-getter professional with a can-do attitude, setting aggressive and measurable goals, and ready to be evaluated against them.
- A dynamic professional capable of interacting positively and collaborating with a diverse group of people at all levels and disciplines. Must be able to engage with key clients, think on their feet, and make sound decisions within compressed timelines.
- Comfortable working in a collaborative and fluid environment.
- Excellent time management skills, able to balance multiple projects and prioritize a variety of issues, initiatives, and objectives concurrently.
- Disciplined and productive in an Agile environment.
- Willingness to learn and work with tools outside the traditional stack, such as Anvil, Deepnote, and others.
- A creative thinker, capable of developing novel solutions to established problems and evaluating their business benefits.
- Business-savvy, able to interact with both business and technical specifications.
- Willingness to travel up to 25%, including international travel.
- 8+ years of experience developing control software with a track record of successful production deployments.
- A degree in engineering relevant to the industry (Electrical Engineering preferred)
Compensation & Benefits:
Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes a 401(k) Retirement Plan, medical/dental/life/disability program, vacation, and sick days.
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.
What It’s Like to Work Here
At e-STORAGE, you’re more than just an employee—you’re part of a team that values your ideas, your background, and your unique perspective. We believe that a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s the secret to our success. Here, you’ll find:
Integrity: We do what’s right, always.
Innovation: We encourage fresh thinking and bold ideas.
Quality: We take pride in delivering excellence, every time.
Customer Focus: We listen, we care, and we deliver.
Sustainability: We’re passionate about protecting our planet for future generations.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
Join a global leader in renewable energy, backed by over 23 years of Canadian Solar experience.
Work on projects that matter—helping to build a cleaner, greener world.
Thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment where your growth is our priority.
Enjoy a competitive salary and a generous benefits package.
Want to join here is what we are looking For
The right mix of education, experience, and skills for the role.
Great communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
A true commitment to safety, ethics, and sustainability.
Your Rewards
We offer a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package—including health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.
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