Canadian Solar Inc.

Sr. Safety Engineer

Canadian Solar Inc.  •  Jeffersonville, IN (Onsite)  •  23 days ago
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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.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, implement, and monitor safety programs and procedures specific to manufacturing processes involving hazardous materials.
  • Conduct OSHA-mandated safety training sessions for employees, including Hazard Communication, Lockout/Tagout, PPE, Emergency Response, and other required topics.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and other relevant federal, state, and local safety regulations.
  • Conduct regular risk assessments and hazard analyses to identify potential safety issues and recommend corrective actions.
  • Collaborate with engineering, production, and maintenance teams to integrate safety measures into the design and operation of equipment and processes.
  • Lead safety training sessions and workshops for employees.
  • Investigate accidents, incidents, and near-misses to determine root causes and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
  • Manage emergency response plans related to hazardous materials incidents and coordinate drills and exercises.
  • Maintain accurate safety documentation, including Safety Data Sheets (SDS), permits, inspection reports, training logs, and audit records.
  • Conduct routine inspections and audits to ensure adherence to safety standards and company policies.
  • Recommend improvements in engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE) to minimize risks.
  • Stay current on industry best practices, emerging safety technologies, and changes in regulatory requirements.
  • Lead Lockout/Tagout procedure development and training.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Safety Engineering, Environmental Health and Safety, or a related field.
  • Professional certifications such as Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH), or OSHA Authorized Trainer preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in safety engineering within a manufacturing environment handling hazardous materials preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of OSHA standards, HAZMAT regulations, NFPA codes, and environmental compliance.
  • Demonstrated experience in delivering OSHA safety training and maintaining compliance documentation.
  • Proficiency in conducting risk assessments, Job Safety Analysis (JSA), and incident investigations.
  • Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in safety management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Working Conditions:

  • Primarily based in a manufacturing facility with exposure to hazardous chemicals, noise, and industrial equipment.
  • Will require wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to strict safety protocols.

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Canadian Solar Inc.

About Canadian Solar Inc.

Canadian Solar was founded in 2001 in Canada and is one of the world's largest solar technology and renewable energy companies. It is a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules, inverters, and battery energy storage solutions and a developer of utility-scale solar power and battery energy storage projects with a geographically diversified pipeline in various stages of development. Over the past 23 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered over 125 GW of premium-quality solar photovoltaic modules to customers worldwide.

Likewise, since entering the project development business in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected over 10 GWp of solar power projects and 3.3 GWh of battery energy storage projects worldwide. Currently, the Company’s total solar project development pipeline was 26.3 GWp, 6.5 GWp of projects under construction or in backlog (late-stage), and an additional 19.8 GWp of projects in advanced and early-stage pipeline.

In addition, the Company has 600 MWh of battery energy storage projects in operation and a total battery energy storage project development pipeline of around 56 GWh, including approximately 4.3 GWh under construction or in backlog, and an additional 51.6 GWh at advanced and early-stage development.

Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable companies in the solar and renewable energy industry, having been publicly listed on the NASDAQ since 2006.

Canadian Solar Founder and CEO Dr. Shawn Qu blogs as a LinkedIn Influencer at https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnqu/.

Canadian Solar is Making the Difference by delivering more clean, safe, and affordable solar energy to the world.

Industry
Hardware & Semiconductors
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Guelph, CA
Year Founded
2001
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