Engineer Customer Service (w/m/d)
Canadian Solar
Company Overview
Canadian Solar Inc.
Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
2001
Approximately 20,000 employees globally (source: prnewswire.com). Revenue data for 2023 is not specified.
What They Do
Canadian Solar focuses exclusively on solar photovoltaic technology, battery energy storage, and related systems, without involvement in wind, hydrogen, or grid infrastructure beyond solar integration (source: wikipedia.org). The company manufactures high-efficiency PV modules utilizing advanced 210mm and 182mm N-type TOPCon solar cells, achieving bifaciality up to 85%. Their flagship products include the TOPBiHiKu7 series, which has cumulatively shipped nearly 170 GW globally as of late 2025 (source: csisolar.com). Additionally, through its subsidiary e-STORAGE, Canadian Solar provides utility-scale and residential battery storage solutions, having shipped over 16 GWh by September 30, 2025, with a substantial contracted backlog of $3.1 billion as of October 31, 2025 (source: prnewswire.com). Their target markets span residential, commercial & industrial (C&I), and utility-scale customers in over 160 countries, with a strong emphasis on the US, Canada, Europe, China, UK, South Africa, and Brazil (source: canadiansolar.com).
Projects & Track Record
Since entering project development in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected approximately 12 GWp of solar power projects and 6 GWh of battery energy storage projects worldwide, with a pipeline of 25 GWp solar and 81 GWh storage in various stages (source: prnewswire.com). Notable completed projects include the 32 MWp (23 MWac) Suffield solar facility in Southeast Alberta, Canada, which powers 7,400 households annually (source: wikipedia.org). In South Africa, Canadian Solar supplied 256 MW of modules for two utility-scale projects by SOLA Group, generating 580 GWh annually to power 40,000 households and significantly reducing CO2 emissions (source: wikipedia.org). Currently, the company operates 1.6 GWp solar projects with 6.5 GWp under construction or backlog and 20.9 GWp in pipeline, plus 1 GWh storage operating, 8.5 GWh backlog, and 54.3 GWh pipeline (source: prnewswire.com).
Recent Developments
In the last two years, Canadian Solar has made significant strides, including the opening of its new global headquarters in Kitchener, Ontario, on January 15, 2025, which consolidates various business units and reinforces its North American roots (source: prnewswire.com). On December 1, 2025, the company announced it would resume direct oversight of US manufacturing through CS PowerTech joint ventures, aiming to create thousands of US jobs and reshore supply chains (source: prnewswire.com). In June 2023, Canadian Solar planned a $250 million investment in a 5 GW factory in Mesquite, Texas, which is expected to employ up to 1,500 people and produce 20,000 panels daily (source: wikipedia.org). Additionally, the company has partnered with SOLARCYCLE for US-wide module recycling, enhancing its sustainability efforts (source: solarcycle.us).
Working There
Canadian Solar offers a diverse range of roles across various departments, including manufacturing, project development, energy storage, sales, engineering, supply chain, and corporate functions at its Kitchener headquarters (source: prnewswire.com). The company is actively hiring in Kitchener, Ontario, and Mesquite, Texas, where a new factory is expected to create up to 1,500 manufacturing jobs (source: prnewswire.com). The culture at Canadian Solar emphasizes innovation and collaboration, as highlighted by CEO Dr. Shawn Qu during the opening of the Kitchener HQ, which is designed to align the company's vision with its Canadian roots amid global growth (source: prnewswire.com). While specific benefits are not detailed in public disclosures, the company is committed to sustainability and publishes annual reports aligned with various standards, targeting 100% renewable energy for operations by 2030 (source: canadiansolar.com).
Contact
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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.
Main Responsibilities
As we accelerate our energy transition, residential battery storage is the critical missing piece - maximizing solar self consumption, reducing grid independence, and empowering homeowners with clean energy independence.
As an Engineer Customer Service, you will be part of a talented team of engineers who offer in-house advice & support to their colleagues as well as premium service towards our customers.
This position will make use of knowledge and skillsets of solar products and energy storage experience to provide technical support and engage technical sales activities for EP Cube's Energy Storage system. This position will be a direct communication link with sales people, customers, product management and headquarter personnel abroad to assist with needs and support as defined below:
Customer Support & After Sales Service
- 1st level customer contact for all after-sales technical inquiries, troubleshooting and warranty related topics
- Handle customer complaints, coordinate replacements and ensure timely issue resolution to maintain high customer satisfaction
- Conduct customer training and technical webinars related to product usage, maintenance and troubleshooting
- Provide support for system commissioning, remote diagnostics and post-installation guidance
- Collaborate closely with Product Management, Technical Support and Engineering teams to resolve escalated issues and communicate customer feedback
- Use PV simulation and monitoring tools (e.g. PVSys, monitoring platforms) to analyze system performance and provide insights to customers post-installation
- Ensure technical accuracy and customer alignment in SLAs and warranty documentation
- Build & maintain trusted professional relationships with installers, service partners and end customers
- Support onsite installation / commissioning, especially during first time installations (travel required up to 20%)
Product & Process Support
- Support product rollouts from a service-readiness perspective, ensuring documentation and service processes are in place
- Contribute to the development and update of service manuals, FAQs, and technical support documentation in collaboration with Product Management
- Develop and maintain internal knowledge base content for efficient issue resolution by the support team
- Gather field feedback on product reliability, installation challenges, and performance for continuous product improvement
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes, safety standards, and certification requirements in after-sales processes
- Act as the voice of the customer internally, advocating for improvements based on real-world usage and support cases
- Proactive, results-driven with a pragmatic mindset and strong sense of urgency.
- Hands-on approach, down-to-earth mentality, and ability to work autonomously under pressure.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all organizational levels, including executive management in an international environment.
Languages
- English
Location
- Remote from the UK
Your Backpack is Filled With
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical field; Master's degree is a plus
- Minimum 3 years of experience in technical customer service, technical support, or field service - ideally in the PV or energy storage sector
- Practical experience with PV and battery system installation, commissioning, or diagnostics is a strong asset
- Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills
- Ability to explain complex technical topics in a clear and customer-friendly manner
- Familiarity with PV system design tools, monitoring platforms, and remote troubleshooting methodologies
- High customer orientation with excellent communication skills across various customer types (installers, homeowners, O&M providers)
- Valid driver's license required
- Fluent English, additional languages are a plus
What We Offer
- The atmosphere: A modern work environment, brimming with positive energy, healthy growth, and diverse teams
- Additional benefits: Attractive salary package, including company benefits such as jobrad, subsidies for childcare and more
- Balance: Hybrid work (working from home/at the office), flexible hours, and 28 days of vacation, as well as days off for special occasions
- Prospects: Individual professional development programs, training, and workshops
- Opportunities to influence the way we work: The freedom to contribute your own ideas and play a key role in shaping the future of our company
- Sustainability: Efforts include our zero waste office program, systematic recycling, bee keeping, planting trees and regular beach clean-ups
- Our rationale: Solar energy as a sustainable energy source, enabling the world to switch to clean, renewable energy
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About the role
December 24, 2025
Full Time
Company
January 13, 2026
Hybrid
- England, United Kingdom
Minimum 3 years in technical customer service or related field
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