Job Description

(Sr,) Applications Engineer 

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 

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, provider of solar energy and battery storage solutions, and developer of utility-scale solar power and battery storage projects with a geographically diversified pipeline in various stages of development. Over the past 22 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered over 102 GW of premium-quality, solar photovoltaic modules to customers across the world. Likewise, 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 across the world. 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 at 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:  (Sr.) Applications Engineer 

Department:Business Development 

Entity:CS e-STORAGE UK 

Reports To:Manager, Applications Engineering 

Location:Reading, UK (Hybrid) 

Position Summary 

The Applications Engineer provides technical expertise to support Canadian Solar’s energy storage solutions. This position will be responsible for the pre-sales activities of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) including system sizing, preliminary design, and value engineering. 

This role will require the chosen candidate to work closely with the commercial and engineering teams to help develop proposals for new storage project opportunities and provide technical support to respond to customer needs. A senior level position will be considered for candidates with the right experience. 

Responsibilities: 

• Be a technical liaison for the Sales team to customers and partners, and an expert resource for general product specifications and value engineering discussions.
• Analyze RFP or other customer documentation to determine project scope, schedule, specifications, risk, and technical requirements.
• Develop size models and conceptual drawings sets (Electrical single-line diagrams, site layouts, etc.).
• Prepare technical documentation for proposals and coordinate the bid package preparation with other departments.
• Work closely with sales staff, engineering, and procurement to ensure complete and shared project understanding and priorities.
• Conduct technical presentations and provide clarifications to customers and other departments.

Required Qualifications and Skills: 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferably Electrical or Mechanical) is required; a graduate degree is strongly preferred.
• Direct experience in battery energy storage systems or utility-scale solar, preferably as an applications engineer.
• Proficient in AutoCAD or related software.
• Exceptional technical aptitude including the ability to read and fully understand engineering schematics, technical advisory reports, and technology reviews.
• Solid understanding of regulatory standards in the UK related to energy storage and grid-interactive inverters.
• Global perspective and awareness, and direct experience working across diverse cultures in a multinational company would be beneficial.
• An excellent time manager, able to balance multiple projects and prioritize a broad variety of issues, initiatives, and objectives concurrently.

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 Pension, generous vacation days, medical/dental/life/vision insurance program. 

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.