Senior Requirement Engineer
Canadian Solar
Company Overview
Canadian Solar Inc.
HeadquartersKitchener, Ontario, Canada
Founded2001
SizeApproximately 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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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.
Position Summary
We are looking for a motivated Senior Requirements Engineer to specialize in EMS controls and Power Conversion Systems for utility-scale battery energy storage systems. The candidate will develop technical requirements aligned with business goals and objectives.
As part of the engineering team, the Sr. Requirements Engineer will create control system and power conversion system specifications that meet all project requirements, guide control system technologies, and implement processes for global utility-scale energy storage solutions. Familiarity with power systems, utility scale inverters, utility generation, protection and transmission, modern industrial networks, and utility communication protocols is required.
Responsibilities
- Develop Technical Requirements: Create and maintain technical requirements for battery energy storage control systems and Power Conversion Systems (PCS) in line with company goals and industry standards.
- Cyber security: Develop a set of security requirements and templates.
- Review Project-Specific Requirements: Carefully review and ensure project-specific requirements for control systems and Power Conversion Systems are met.
- Negotiate and Develop Requirements Management: Develop comprehensive requirements management strategies tailored to specific client needs and industry requirements.
- Track Applicable Standards: Monitor applicable standards and analyze their implications on our products, communicating these to the R&D, commercial, and engineering teams.
- Certification Testing Solutions: Assist in finding solutions to challenges related to certification testing.
- Examine Test Samples: Read and understand schematics, wiring diagrams, and operational instructions to examine test samples.
- Conduct Risk Assessments: Identify potential compliance risks and vulnerabilities within our products, developing strategies to mitigate these risks and ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and standards.
- Regular Reporting: Report regularly to the business team and relevant stakeholders to ensure transparency and accountability.
- Utilize and maintain AI tools for developing technical requirements.
- Utilize and maintain version control tools to make sure the requirements are traceable, auditable, and change-managed throughout the lifecycle.
Required Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in the design and implementation of global compliance standards for products such as SCADA and EMS, batteries, electrical systems, HVAC, inverters, or other industrial products.
- Knowledge of UL & IEC requirements. Knowledge of NERC-CIP cyber security requirements.
- Experience with regional and global regulatory requirements.
- Knowledge of battery-related standards such as IEC62619, UL1973, IEC62933-5-1/-2, UL9540, UL9540A, NFPA855, ISO-27019
- Proven success in working independently, handling multiple tasks, and determining priorities in a team environment, balanced by an ability to collaborate effectively across multiple disciplines or functional groups.
- Deep understanding of battery systems.
- Participation in compliance or standard-related councils is a plus.
Key Competencies
- Experience with technical requirements drafting
- Strong technical and analytical abilities
- Results-driven, with a focus on execution
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
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About the role
July 28, 2026
July 28, 2026
Full time
Remote
Company
- United States of America
7+ years
UTC-05:00 – UTC-08:00
