Canadian Solar Inc.

Compensation

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Description: • Lead technical due diligence of both central and string inverter technologies; develop technical product requirements and provide supplier recommendations. • Assist procurement and engineering in reviewing supplier proposals and negotiating technical requirements. • Monitor evolving codes and certifications; analyze market impact and recommend strategies. • Drive Independent Engineer reviews to validate performance and compliance; maintain traceability of inverter specifications and certifications. • Collaborate with engineering, business development, and execution teams to refine solution architecture and product vision. • Research market requirements; present proposals; act as internal advocate for customers; drive product ideas through development. • Communicate and train business teams; prepare technical content for customer visits, webinars, and marketing collateral. • Support procurement and supply chain to ensure manufacturing processes, certification, and compliance; resolve technical gaps during qualification and integration. • Provide technical guidance for commercialization; measure product success and recommend improvements. • Perform other related duties as assigned by management. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field; a postgraduate degree (M.Sc./Ph.D.) in engineering is preferred. • Minimum 5 years of experience in inverter technology, power electronics, or energy storage product development, with hands-on exposure to utility-scale BESS projects and applications. • Strong understanding of inverter technology (both central and string), power electronics, and their integration with battery systems. • Solid knowledge of power systems engineering, grid compliance, and interconnection requirements. • Familiarity with control systems and product validation processes. • Proficiency in applying relevant codes and standards (NFPA, UL, IEEE, IEC, etc.). • Ability to quickly absorb detailed product information and effectively communicate technical aspects to diverse stakeholders. • Understanding of financial product calculations, including cost structure, pricing definition, analysis, and recommendations. • Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills. • Strong interpersonal skills for cross-timezone and cross-cultural collaboration. • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional technical resources and influence strategy. • Experience working in international organizations; preference for prior collaboration with teams in China; proficiency in Mandarin preferred but not required. • Flexibility to travel internationally up to 15% for vendor assessments and events. Benefits: • 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.