Canadian Solar EMEA GmbH

Controls Engineer

Canadian Solar EMEA GmbH  •  United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (Remote)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

Ready to Make a Real Impact? Join e-STORAGE!

Who We Are

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: Controls Engineer
Department: Controls Engineering
Reports To: Sr. Deployment Engineering Manager
Location: UK

Controls Engineer - North America

Ready to Make a Real Impact? Join e-STORAGE!

Who We Are

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.

for Controls Engineer

As a Controls Engineer, you'll play a key role in deploying utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) across North America, supporting projects from initial design through commissioning and long-term operation.

You'll work closely with internal engineering teams, equipment vendors, EPCs, utilities, project developers, and customers to ensure control systems are designed, integrated, and delivered successfully. From reviewing control philosophies and validating network architectures to troubleshooting communications and supporting commissioning activities, you'll help ensure every project performs safely, reliably, and efficiently.

If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, collaborating across multiple disciplines, and seeing your work come to life in the field, this role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on the future of renewable energy while working on some of the industry's most advanced utility-scale energy storage projects.

What You'll Be Doing as a Controls Engineer

  • Review project contracts and vendor agreements for controls-related requirements and ensure alignment throughout project execution.
  • Review and validate project design packages, including electrical drawings, data flow diagrams, network designs, signal mappings (analog, Modbus, DNP3), electrical power models, and control narratives.
  • Maintain and organize technical documentation within SharePoint while coordinating documentation flow with vendors and project stakeholders.
  • Develop batch scripts and automation tools to streamline data collection and improve operational efficiency.
  • Serve as a key technical resource for customers, EPCs, utilities, equipment vendors, and internal project teams throughout project execution.
  • Troubleshoot network and communications issues within VPN-secured environments.
  • Respond to customer and operator requests regarding system modifications, troubleshooting, and control system enhancements.
  • Support site commissioning activities and provide technical expertise for all controls-related tasks.
  • Ensure all activities are performed in compliance with engineering standards, project requirements, safety protocols, and company policies.

What You'll Bring to The Position

  • Educational background in Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience working with industrial control systems within electrical generation, renewable energy, or similar power system environments.
  • Demonstrated experience with industrial communication protocols including Modbus, DNP3, and TCP/IP
  • Strong understanding of industrial networking, including IP addressing, subnetting, switches, firewalls, VPNs, and network communications.
  • Experience with SCADA systems, plant control systems, or utility-scale automation.
  • Experience working with inverter-based resources (IBR) such as Battery Energy Storage Systems, solar, or other renewable generation technologies is considered an asset.
  • Exposure to substations, protective relays, and transformers is preferred.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
  • Ability to travel up to 10–15% nationally and internationally to support project sites and vendor facilities.

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’s What We’re Looking For

  • The right mix of education, experience, and technical expertise for the role.
  • Great communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
  • A passion for delivering high-quality engineering solutions.
  • A true commitment to safety, ethics, and sustainability.

Your Rewards

We offer a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package—including health coverage, retirement plans, paid time off, and more.

Our Commitment to Equality & Diversity

“At e-STORAGE, we know that diverse teams drive innovation and better results. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered—regardless of age, race, gender, ability, or background. When you join us, you’re joining a community that celebrates your uniqueness and supports your success.”

— Libby, Sr. Global HR Manager

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.

Your Rewards

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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Canadian Solar EMEA GmbH

About Canadian Solar EMEA GmbH

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About Canadian Solar Inc.

Founded in 2001 in Canada, Canadian Solar is one of the world’s largest and foremost solar power companies. As a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules and provider of solar energy solutions, Canadian Solar has a geographically diversified pipeline of utility-scale solar power projects. In the past 14 years, Canadian Solar has successfully deployed over 9 GW of premium quality modules in over 70 countries around the world. Furthermore, Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable solar companies worldwide, having been publically listed on NASDAQ since 2006. For additional information about the company, products, and projects, please visit www.canadiansolar.com.

About Canadian Solar EMEA GmbH in Munich

In 2009, Canadian Solar EMEA GmbH was founded and comprises currently of more than 50 employees from 18 different nations. Highly skilled experts represent our team and we are confident to serve our customers. We are a sales organization and can support our sales team from the Munich office within the fields of technical, legal, accounting, marketing, logistics and order fulfillment matters.

Within the EMEA region, we are distinguishing between three different business lines: modules sales, digital solutions and energy business . The first two teams lead from the Munich office, are responsible for the modules sales and digital solutions are finally reporting to CCO Yan Zhuang, responsible for the global sales within Canadian Solar. Globally, the Energy Business Team is led by Arthur Chen and teams are located across Europe in UK and Spain. In the near future Milan will be added. Across all cross-functional departments key personnel is identified as platform to coordinate and support the separate business lines in legal, human resources, accounting and operational matters.

Industry
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Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
München, DE
Year Founded
2006
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