At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. 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. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.Company Summary:Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ: CSIQ) is a vertically integrated manufacturer of solar cells, modules and custom‐designed solar power applications. Canadian Solar’s world‐class team of professionals works closely with our customers to provide them with solutions for all their solar needs. Founded in 2001, Canadian Solar is one of the world’s fastest‐growing companies in the solar industry and has been listed on the NASDAQ since November 2006.Job Title: Electrical EngineerDepartment: FacilityReports to: Facility ManagerLocation: Shelbyville, KYJob Description:The Electrical Engineer is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and optimizing the electrical infrastructure across the battery cell and energy storage system manufacturing facility. This role ensures the reliability and safety of power distribution, production equipment, and facility electrical systems to support stable manufacturing operations.Responsibilities:Power Distribution Management<ul><li>Maintain high-voltage and low-voltage power distribution systems.</li><li>Support transformers, switchgear, MCCs, UPS, grounding systems, and emergency power networks.</li><li>Ensure electrical system capacity meets production and facility requirements.</li></ul>Production Equipment Electrical Support<ul><li>Troubleshoot electrical issues for cell production machines, module lines, pack assembly equipment, and test systems.</li><li>Support installation, calibration, and commissioning of electrical components.</li><li>Resolve PLC, sensor, HMI, VFD, and control panel issues.</li></ul>Preventive &amp; Corrective Maintenance<ul><li>Create and execute preventive maintenance plans.</li><li>Respond quickly to electrical failures impacting production.</li></ul>Safety &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Ensure electrical installations comply with NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 79, OSHA, and local codes.</li><li>Support arc-flash assessment, LOTO compliance, and safety training.</li></ul>Energy &amp; Utility Management:<ul><li>Monitor electrical consumption across cell, module, and pack areas.</li><li>Identify cost-saving opportunities and support load analysis.</li></ul>Documentation and Reporting:<ul><li>Maintain Single-Line Diagrams (SLD), equipment manuals, and inspection records.</li><li>Prepare reports on electrical issues, maintenance activities, and downtime.·</li></ul>Vendor and Contractor Management:<ul><li>Coordinate with electrical contractors and equipment suppliers.</li><li>Review electrical project proposals and conduct acceptance inspections.</li></ul>Team Collaboration:<ul><li>Work closely with facility staff, management, and other departments to address facility needs and support operational goals.</li><li>Provide training and support to staff on facility-related procedures and safety practices.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.</li><li>1-2 years of experience in facility management, building systems maintenance, or a similar role. (battery or semiconductor a plus).</li><li>Knowledge of power systems, industrial automation, controls, and safety standards.</li><li>Familiarity with safety regulations. local laws and regulations as well as industry standards.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills.</li><li>Proficiency in facility management software and tools.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</li></ul>Preferred Skills:<ul><li>Certification in facility management (e.g., Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Facility Management Professional (FMP)).</li><li>Experience with energy management and sustainability practices.</li><li>Knowledge of regulatory requirements specific to the industry or facility type.</li><li>Ability to adapt to changing technologies and industry trends.</li><li>Willingness to continuously learn and update skills.</li></ul>Working Conditions:<ul><li>Standard office environment with frequent visits to facility areas and production environments.</li><li>May require occasional travel to other facilities or vendor locations.</li><li>May involve working outside of regular hours to address facility issues or oversee projects.</li><li>May be required to work in a rotating shift depending on operational needs.</li></ul>Compensation and 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, PTO. This is a full time position.

Founded in 2001 in Ontario Canada, Canadian Solar (NASDAQ: CSIQ) is as a global energy provider with successful business subsidiaries in 20 countries & regions on 6 continents. Canadian Solar is both a leading manufacturer of solar PV modules and a provider of solar energy solutions, with over 14,000 employees globally.
 

 With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Canada, China, Brazil and South East Asian countries, Canadian Solar now has module manufacturing capacity and has delivered more than 55 GW of premium quality solar modules to customers in over 150 countries in the past 20 years.
 

 Canadian Solar has solar power projects globally and solar power plants that are in commercial operation, with a resale value of US$1.2 billion. In addition, Canadian Solar has a geographically diversified utility-scale solar power project pipeline around 10 GWp, with projects being developed in the U.S., Japan, Latin America,Australia, EMEA, South East Asia, India and China. Of the total project pipeline, 2.9 GWp of projects are at late-stage development and have secured energy offtake agreements.
 

 In 2018, Canadian Solar achieved a revenue of US$3.74 billion, Meanwhile, Canadian Solar was listed as the Bloomberg New Energy Finance’s Tier 1 Module Manufacturer in terms of bankability for Q4 2018, and was named as Top 3 Global Utility-scale Solar PV Project Developer for 2017 by GTM Research.
 

 Canadian Solar Founder and CEO Dr. Shawn Qu blogs as a LinkedIn Influencer at https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnqu/.
 

 Canadian Solar is making the difference by delivering more clean, safe and affordable solar energy to the world.

Electrical Engineer

At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. 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. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.Company Summary:Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ: CSIQ) is a vertically integrated manufacturer of solar cells, modules and custom‐designed solar power applications. Canadian Solar’s world‐class team of professionals works closely with our customers to provide them with solutions for all their solar needs. Founded in 2001, Canadian Solar is one of the world’s fastest‐growing companies in the solar industry and has been listed on the NASDAQ since November 2006.Job Title: Electrical EngineerDepartment: FacilityReports to: Facility ManagerLocation: Shelbyville, KYJob Description:The Electrical Engineer is responsible for supporting, maintaining, and optimizing the electrical infrastructure across the battery cell and energy storage system manufacturing facility. This role ensures the reliability and safety of power distribution, production equipment, and facility electrical systems to support stable manufacturing operations.Responsibilities:Power Distribution Management<ul><li>Maintain high-voltage and low-voltage power distribution systems.</li><li>Support transformers, switchgear, MCCs, UPS, grounding systems, and emergency power networks.</li><li>Ensure electrical system capacity meets production and facility requirements.</li></ul>Production Equipment Electrical Support<ul><li>Troubleshoot electrical issues for cell production machines, module lines, pack assembly equipment, and test systems.</li><li>Support installation, calibration, and commissioning of electrical components.</li><li>Resolve PLC, sensor, HMI, VFD, and control panel issues.</li></ul>Preventive &amp; Corrective Maintenance<ul><li>Create and execute preventive maintenance plans.</li><li>Respond quickly to electrical failures impacting production.</li></ul>Safety &amp; Compliance<ul><li>Ensure electrical installations comply with NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 79, OSHA, and local codes.</li><li>Support arc-flash assessment, LOTO compliance, and safety training.</li></ul>Energy &amp; Utility Management:<ul><li>Monitor electrical consumption across cell, module, and pack areas.</li><li>Identify cost-saving opportunities and support load analysis.</li></ul>Documentation and Reporting:<ul><li>Maintain Single-Line Diagrams (SLD), equipment manuals, and inspection records.</li><li>Prepare reports on electrical issues, maintenance activities, and downtime.·</li></ul>Vendor and Contractor Management:<ul><li>Coordinate with electrical contractors and equipment suppliers.</li><li>Review electrical project proposals and conduct acceptance inspections.</li></ul>Team Collaboration:<ul><li>Work closely with facility staff, management, and other departments to address facility needs and support operational goals.</li><li>Provide training and support to staff on facility-related procedures and safety practices.</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Facility Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.</li><li>1-2 years of experience in facility management, building systems maintenance, or a similar role. (battery or semiconductor a plus).</li><li>Knowledge of power systems, industrial automation, controls, and safety standards.</li><li>Familiarity with safety regulations. local laws and regulations as well as industry standards.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and project management skills.</li><li>Proficiency in facility management software and tools.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills.</li></ul>Preferred Skills:<ul><li>Certification in facility management (e.g., Certified Facility Manager (CFM), Facility Management Professional (FMP)).</li><li>Experience with energy management and sustainability practices.</li><li>Knowledge of regulatory requirements specific to the industry or facility type.</li><li>Ability to adapt to changing technologies and industry trends.</li><li>Willingness to continuously learn and update skills.</li></ul>Working Conditions:<ul><li>Standard office environment with frequent visits to facility areas and production environments.</li><li>May require occasional travel to other facilities or vendor locations.</li><li>May involve working outside of regular hours to address facility issues or oversee projects.</li><li>May be required to work in a rotating shift depending on operational needs.</li></ul>Compensation and 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, PTO. This is a full time position.

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