Commissioning Technician - e-Storage - US - Texas

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. The Commissioning Technician will be an integral part of the commissioning team, with their main responsibility being to work with and support the commissioning engineer and their manager in the commissioning of BESS sites. The successful candidate must be able and willing to travel and complete tasks at various project sites throughout the country and, on occasion, internationally. Experience with BESS or renewable power generation equipment in a commissioning or service environment is required. Responsibilities: • Commission BESS sites using CSI Energy Storage’s Solbank Storage Power Block as part of a commissioning team. • Perform tasks assigned by the commissioning manager and engineer, such as safety system checks, installation inspections, and functional tests. • Perform daily routine tasks such as executing commissioning checklists, reviewing and updating the issues list, and helping to monitor the performance of commissioned assets. • Support the commissioning of the overall control system by testing the network connectivity of all field devices and performing point-to-point tests. • Provide on-site diagnostic, troubleshooting, and hands-on support. • Supervise subcontractors on-site where required. • Assist in developing standard operating procedures from lessons learned on-site. • Assist with the completion of testing documentation and preparation of test reports in a timely manner. • Assist with the identification and compilation of spare parts inventories. • Ensure proper LOTO and switching procedures are observed as required. • Support client and operation and maintenance contractor training during and after commissioning. • Adhere to all health and safety rules and policies. • Attend and occasionally lead Plan of Day (POD) meetings. • Review vendor commissioning documentation for completeness and accuracy. • Maintain deficiencies punch list for each vendor and track completion of various tasks. • Work with the commissioning engineer to ensure post-handover site performance is optimized. Qualifications and Experience: • Qualified Electro-mechanical Technician. • Minimum 5 years’ relevant work experience in an installation or service environment, preferably in renewable energy or power generation. • Previous training on, or knowledge of, inverters is highly desired. • SCADA experience will be beneficial. • Comfortable working in a team or alone, with good communication skills. • Good practical problem-solving skills. • Knowledge of general and national codes, medium voltage power systems, and Energy Storage system applications is an asset. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Demonstrated proficiency using MS Office Applications (Word, Excel). • Previous experience with a CMMS software program preferred. • Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. • First Aid trained. • Must be able to travel to regional locations as needed • Ability to function successfully both independently and within a team. • Demonstrated professional appearance and conduct. • Candidate must possess a valid driving license and be comfortable with national and, on occasion, international travel, so must hold an in-date passport. Compensation & Benefits Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. 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.