Sr. System Performance Analyst - e-Storage - Canada

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. Sr. System Performance Analyst is part of the engineering team responsible for conducting in-depth analysis of performance data from battery storage systems. This role intersects battery energy storage systems (BESS), engineering, and data analytics. Responsibilities: • Analyze the performance of BESS, including downtime analysis, identifying under-performing areas and sub-systems, understanding system behavior, and directing improvements and updates to enhance system availability and capacity. • Evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs) such as BESS Storage Availability, Charge/Discharge Energy, RTE, and SoC. Prepare and present reports (dashboards and presentations) for internal and external stakeholders. • Calculate major equipment unavailability and LDs. Communicate and reconcile these with suppliers and owners. • Review monthly performance reports from subcontractors for accuracy and prepare client facing performance reports. • Develop tools and automation (e.g., scripts, Python code) to collect and process data, guide system operation and maintenance (O&M), and monitor BESS plant performance, including realtime flagging of underperforming assets. • Perform modeling and simulations of battery degradation due to aging and cycling to establish warranty terms and predict augmentation schedules. Utilize industry-standard and customized programs and maintain and upgrade these programs to stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies. • Interface with Engineering, Service, Project Execution teams, subcontractors, and clients. Required Qualifications and Skills: • Science or Engineering degree or equivalent. • Familiarity with BESS, solar energy, or power systems. • Proficiency in Python programming, Jupyter notebook environment, and SQL. • Knowledge of AWS cloud is a plus. • Strong computer skills and in-depth familiarity with big data analysis. • Problem-solving ability, critical thinking, and creative thinking skills. • Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel). • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to write clear, concise reports. • Strong work ethic, positive team attitude, and the ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.