Job Description

Sr. Deployment Manager

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. Recognized on Bloomberg Nef’s Tier 1 Energy Storage list for 3Q 2024, e-STORAGE has implemented over 5 GWh DC of battery storage solutions in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and China, establishing itself as a key player in global energy storage. Operating two state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with an annual capacity of nearly 20 GWh, e-STORAGE is poised to continue delivering high-quality, scalable energy storage solutions for clean energy adoption. 

IQ-Storage, an e-STORAGE company, focuses on software technology platform development and artificial intelligence (AI) integration for digitalization of e-STORAGE products and solutions. The platform will support energy solution digitalization, system performance analytics, and grid energy management, optimizing energy storage and battery systems integration for enhanced safety, performance, and reliability at scale. 

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. Deployment Manager

Department:Digitalization and Software Technology

Entity:IQ-STORAGE

Reports To:Head of Digitalization and Software Technology Development

Location:Kitchener, ON, Canada

Position Summary:

The Senior Deployment Manager is a key member of the engineering team responsible for leading the development and delivery of utility-scale energy storage solutions in the USA and globally. The team implements Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) 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. The role involves defining the overall integrated energy storage solution, including developing technical requirements, product testing, and working closely with other departments to ensure project success. The Senior Deployment Manager must have detailed knowledge of current battery energy storage technologies and experience in integrating batteries, inverters, and plant controls.

Management Responsibilities:

• Drive operational changes by setting up procedures and systems.
• Delegate and empower team members.
• Build partnerships with vendors and internal departments.
• Coach new recruits and inspire others.
• Drive knowledge transfer to support the continuous growth of the business.
• Conduct regular performance assessments and recognize team members.
• Mentor team members and supervise work processes to ensure high-quality deliverables meet timelines and budget commitments.
• Develop new tools, implement processes, provide feedback, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure continuous improvement of the technology/engineering/delivery value stream.

Product Development and Qualification Responsibilities:

• Execute the technical strategy and roadmap for embedded, data ingestion, and cloud software and hardware development, aligned with the organization's business goals and objectives.
• Utilize strong leadership skills to make an immediate impact.
• Lead discussions with technical leaders to evaluate and select appropriate technologies, tools, and frameworks to support the development process and meet project requirements.
• Work closely with customers and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Draft and negotiate BESS plant controller technical requirements.
• Manage stakeholders, utilities, and suppliers of fast-response controllers for design and deliverables.
• Verify testing and commissioning of new advanced BESS plant controls.

Related Experience:

• At least 15 years of domain experience in solar PV or battery energy storage controls.
• Experience with power grid, power generation, and/or renewable integration control.
• Experience with utility market applications.
• Experience with power systems modeling tools.
• Expertise in model-based control software development.
• Experience with Linux command-line.
• Programming knowledge: Scripting (Python, Batch), relationship & time series databases, writing automated tests, Jupyter, Deepnote.
• Experience with Azure and AWS cloud infrastructure.

Personal Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Advanced degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 15+ years of experience as a Development Manager or in a similar role in the energy storage or related industry.
• Excellent project management skills with a track record of successfully leading complex projects from concept to completion.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Extensive experience in real-time embedded controls and cloud-based development of software for real-time and non-real-time energy technology platforms.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with a demonstrated ability to deliver and follow up on large-scale projects on time and within budget.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Passion for building a transparent, accountable team.
• Domain experience with controls software for utility-scale photovoltaic or battery energy storage systems.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%, including international travel.

Compensation & Benefits:

IQ-Storage offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and capabilities, including comprehensive benefits and a performance bonus package based on performance and achievements. Our benefits package includes a Retirement Plan, medical/dental/life/disability program, vacation, and sick days.

IQ-Storage 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.