Manager, Technical Product Marketing & Demand Generation
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).
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Job Description
At CS Power Systems, we're on a mission to transform lives by delivering clean, solar-powered electricity to millions worldwide-and we're just getting started. As a cutting-edge division of Canadian Solar, a global leader founded in 2001, we stand at the forefront of manufacturing high-performance solar panels, inverters, and advanced energy storage solutions. In this fast-growing, high-impact industry, our deep commitment to sustainability drives everything we do, creating innovative technologies that power a brighter, greener future.
Across Canadian Solar's powerful ecosystem-including CS Power Systems, CSPowerTech, e-STORAGE, Recurrent Energy, MSS, and CSI Solar-we're deeply invested in our people's success. If you're passionate about renewable energy and want to "Make the Difference" by building a lasting positive impact on the planet and communities everywhere, join us at CS Power Systems-where your talent can help shape the clean energy revolution.
Position Summary
The Manager, Technical Product Marketing & Demand Generation supports the commercialization, adoption, and ongoing optimization of the utility's Commercial & Industrial (C&I) distributed energy portfolio, with an initial focus on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Virtual Power Plant (VPP) programs.
This role combines product marketing, product management support, market development, and demand generation responsibilities to drive participation in utility-led distributed energy programs. The position translates technical and regulatory program constructs into clear customer value propositions, develop go-to-market messaging, and generate qualified demand across key C&I segments.
Responsibilities
- Develop and refine product positioning, value propositions, and messaging for C&I distributed energy, BESS, and VPP programs based on customer and market needs.
- Translate technical, operational, and regulatory program requirements into clear customer-facing offerings, benefits, and sales materials.
- Analyze customer needs, adoption barriers, procurement models, and market trends to inform program design, packaging, and commercialization strategy.
- Design and execute demand generation campaigns (email, webinars, digital outreach, events, and direct engagement) to drive participation in utility programs.
- Use AI tools to data mine and launch targeted campaigns
- Engage directly with C&I customers, developers, and partners through meetings, site visits, and industry events to generate pipeline and validate program fit.
- Gather and analyze customer data (e.g., load profiles, energy usage, utility bills) to support qualification, segmentation, and solution alignment.
- Support product and program development by synthesizing customer feedback, market research, and competitive insights into actionable requirements and recommendations.
- Collaborate with internal program, regulatory, engineering, sales, and commercial teams, as well as direct engagement with customers, developers, and industry stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain sales enablement materials, presentations, and customer-facing collateral supporting program adoption.
- Manage outbound marketing and engagement campaigns using CRM and automation tools, ensuring accurate segmentation, tracking, and lead qualification.
- Monitor campaign performance and continuously refine messaging, targeting, and outreach based on results and customer feedback.
- Provide structured insights and recommendations to internal program, regulatory, and commercial teams to support ongoing program improvement and market strategy.
Qualifications
Required
- 4-8+ years of experience in product marketing, product management, market development, demand generation, business development, or energy industry roles.
- Exposure to BESS, VPPs, or grid services programs.
- Demonstrated experience with marketing automation or outbound engagement platforms.
- Experience working with commercial or industrial energy customers or programs.
- Experience in utility programs, distributed energy resources, demand response, or energy services.
- Familiarity with C&I energy procurement, tariff structures, or utility rate design.
- Exposure to BESS, VPPs, or grid services programs.
- Demonstrated experience with marketing automation or outbound engagement platforms.
- Strong ability to translate technical, operational, or regulatory concepts into customer-facing messaging and offerings.
- Experience engaging external stakeholders and developing business relationships in a professional setting.
- Experience with CRM systems and structured pipeline or campaign management.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Willingness to travel for customer engagement and industry events.
Compensation & Benefits
CS Power Systems 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 and sick days.
The pay range for this position is $130,000 - $145,000 USD per year. This range represents annual base salary only, without regard to location, and does not include bonus or other incentives or benefits that may apply. The pay range for this role is subject to change.
CS Power Systems 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.
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About the role
May 5, 2026
Full time
Company
- Walnut Creek, California, United States
4-8+ years
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