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MV Electrical Safety & Commissioning Manager, Americas
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Welcome to e-STORAGE, a proud member of the Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ: CSIQ) family! We’re leading the way in designing, building, and integrating advanced battery energy storage systems for utility-scale projects. Our mission? To accelerate the world’s renewable energy transition and create a more sustainable, resilient energy future for everyone.
With our innovative SolBank lithium-iron phosphate battery technology and comprehensive project services, we’re not just building products we’re powering communities and making a difference worldwide.
Position Title: MV Electrical Safety & Commissioning Manager, Americas
Department: Engineering
Compensation: $150,000 - $190,000 + annual bonus
Reports To: Global Director, Service
Location: Ontario, Canada
About the Role:
e-STORAGE is looking for a Medium Voltage Electrical Safety & Commissioning Manager to support utility-scale battery energy storage projects across the Americas.
This role will act as a regional technical authority for medium-voltage electrical systems, with a focus on safe switching operations, commissioning, energization, isolation, grounding, LOTO, and electrical safety procedures. You will help ensure that e-STORAGE’s project and service teams are operating safely, consistently, and in line with applicable electrical codes and standards across Canada, the United States, and Latin America.
You will work closely with commissioning, service, site, contractor, and global technical teams to support safe project execution and operational performance. This includes helping standardize electrical safety rules, switching procedures, permits, risk assessments, and operating practices across the Americas.
Responsibilities:
Lead and support medium-voltage switching activities across BESS projects, including isolation, grounding, LOTO, energization, and safe switching practices Support commissioning and operational activities for medium-voltage electrical systems, ensuring work is completed safely and in line with applicable standards Develop, implement, and standardize electrical safety rules, switching procedures, permits, and operational practices across the Americas Provide technical leadership to site teams, contractors, commissioning teams, and service teams during electrical work, commissioning, troubleshooting, and operational activities Conduct and review electrical risk assessments, method statements, switching plans, permits, and safety documentation Work with global technical leaders, including the UK-based HV/MV technical function, to align regional practices with global electrical safety and operational standards Support compliance with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, utility requirements, and regulatory expectations across Canada, the United States, and Latin America Monitor electrical system performance, identify technical or safety risks, and support corrective actions or continuous improvement initiatives Ability to travel to project sites across the Americas as required, particularly during commissioning, energization, switching activities, and major operational milestones
Required Qualifications and Skills:
Strong experience with medium-voltage electrical systems, ideally up to 34.5kV, within utility-scale infrastructure, renewables, BESS, substations, power generation, or similar environments Demonstrated experience performing, supervising, or authorizing MV switching activities, including isolation, grounding, LOTO, energization, and safe work planning Strong understanding of North American electrical safety codes and standards, including CSA, NEC, IEEE, NFPA, OSHA, and local utility requirements Experience supporting commissioning, energization, operations, maintenance, or field service activities for complex electrical systems Experience developing or implementing electrical safety procedures, switching procedures, permits, risk assessments, method statements, or operating standards Degree, diploma, trade qualification, or equivalent practical experience in electrical engineering, power systems, electrical technology, or a related field
e-STORAGE is Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
e-STORAGE uses AI-assisted tools during parts of the hiring process, including screening and workflow automation. All final hiring decisions are made by humans.
This is a current vacancy, and we are actively hiring for this position.
What It’s Like To Work Here
At e-STORAGE, you’re more than just an employee—you’re part of a team that values your ideas, your background, and your unique perspective. We believe that a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s the secret to our success. Here, you’ll find:
Integrity: We do what’s right, always. Innovation: We encourage fresh thinking and bold ideas. Quality: We take pride in delivering excellence, every time. Customer Focus: We listen, we care, and we deliver. Sustainability: We’re passionate about protecting our planet for future generations.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
Join a global leader in renewable energy, backed by over 23 years of Canadian Solar experience. Work on projects that matter—helping to build a cleaner, greener world. Thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment where your growth is our priority. Enjoy a competitive salary and a generous benefits package.
Want to join here is what we are looking For
The right mix of education, experience, and skills for the role. Great communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities. A true commitment to safety, ethics, and sustainability.
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We offer a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package—including health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.
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About e-STORAGE
e-STORAGE, a subsidiary of Canadian Solar, deploys leading-edge, flexible, turnkey utility energy storage solutions worldwide. At the heart of e-STORAGE's value proposition lies SolBank, a self-manufactured, lithium-iron phosphate chemistry-based battery designed specifically for utility-scale applications.
As part of Canadian Solar, our innovative solutions strive to optimize grid operations, integrate clean energy, and create a resilient and sustainable energy landscape for a brighter, greener future.