Product Manager – e-STORAGE

e-STORAGE is a subsidiary of Canadian Solar and a leading company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and integration of battery energy storage systems for utility-scale applications. The Company offers its own proprietary LFP battery solution, comprehensive EPC services, and innovative solutions aimed at improving grid operations, integrating clean energy, and contributing to a sustainable future. e-STORAGE has successfully implemented over 3.3 GWh DC of battery energy storage solutions in various locations, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and China.This significant accomplishment solidifies e-STORAGE’s position as a key player in the global energy storage integration industry. Currently, the company operates two fully automated, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with an annual production capacity of approaching 20 GWh. e-STORAGE is fully equipped to continue providing high-quality, scalable energy storage solutions and contribute to the widespread adoption of clean energy.

For additional information about e-STORAGE, visit www.csestorage.com

Canadian Solar was founded in 2001 in Canada and has been listed on NASDAQ since 2006. It is now one of the world’s largest solar technology and renewable energy companies. Canadian Solar is a leading manufacturer of solar photovoltaic modules, provider of solar energy and battery storage solutions, and developer of utility-scale solar power and battery storage projects with a geographically diversified pipeline in various stages of development. Over the past 22 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered over 102 GW of premium-quality, solar photovoltaic modules to customers across the world. Likewise, since entering the project development business in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected over 9 GWp of solar power projects and 3 GWh of battery storage projects across the world. Currently, the Company has approximately 700 MWp of solar power projects in operation, 8 GWp of projects under construction or in backlog (late-stage), and an additional 17 GWp of projects in advanced and early-stage pipelines. In addition, the Company has a total battery storage project development pipeline of 52 GWh, including approximately 2 GWh under construction or in backlog, and an additional 50 GWh at advanced and early-stage development. Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable companies in the solar and renewable energy industry.

For additional information about Canadian Solar, visit www.canadiansolar.com

Position Title: Product Manager

Department: Engineering

Entity: CS e-STORAGE

Reports To: Senior ProductManager

Location: New Jersey, US / Kitchener, Canada

Position Summary:

The Product Manager is part of the engineering team and is responsible for leading a team that develops and delivers utility-scale energy storage solutions in the USA and globally. The Product Manager is tasked with defining the overall integrated energy storage solution, including gathering and prioritizing product and customer requirements, defining the product vision, and working closely with engineering, execution, and business development teams. The ideal candidate will have detailed knowledge of current battery energy storage technologies and experience integrating batteries, inverters, and plant controls. The candidate will work closely with our North America and international teams, including regular collaboration with our R&D team in China.

Responsibilities:

• Implement operational improvements by establishing robust procedures and systems.
• Empower teams through effective delegation and leadership.
• Foster strong partnerships with both vendors and internal departments.
• Mentor and develop recruits to build a strong team.
• Motivate and inspire team members to achieve their best.
• Facilitate knowledge transfer to ensure the continuous growth and success of the business.

Product Development and Qualification:

• Direct product roadmaps and market analysis; perform technical due diligence of equipment as part of the supplier validation process, including acceptance tests of the products.
• Develop BESS NPV and energy density models, quantifiable risk and margin models, and flexible capacity models.
• Drive the development of competitive and forward-looking BESS solutions with string inverters as a cornerstone of our core technology.
• Develop BESS solution management and customization for optimized BESS control, efficient O&M support, diversified integrated and certified energy station combinations, and diversified inverter and EMS supply.
• Develop technical product requirements for the qualification process and make supplier recommendations.
• Assist procurement and engineering teams in technical review of proposals submitted and assist with negotiating technical requirements with suppliers.
• Follow codes and certifications as they develop, analyze their impact on the market and specific products, and make recommendations on how to leverage these developments.
• Communicate acceptance criteria, expected behaviors, and performance metrics to the QA team.

Business Development Support:

• Manage elements of the existing and future US and Americas product portfolio and its life cycle from strategic planning to tactical activities, including creating, maintaining, and updating product roadmaps.

Focus:

• Main product focus: Utility-Scale Energy Storage Product
• General Battery System knowledge.
• Research, analyze, and draft market requirements for existing and new products by communicating with customers and sales teams, reading other information sources, and transferring these requirements into product and roadmap proposals. Present proposals to internal stakeholders to gain approval.
• Act as an internal advocate for customer needs and requirements.
• Drive new product ideas through the product development and/or system integration process. Interact with and influence other product leaders. Drive all related go-to-market and launch activities.
• Work with the marketing team to launch and communicate new products and their features and measure the introduction and sales success of existing and new products.
• Ability to travel up to 35% of the time, including international travel, and perform other related duties as assigned by management.
• A strong technical background in power electronics, electrical engineering, software engineering, or mechanical engineering
• Experience working for an energy storage integrator or energy storage product manufacturer, ideally with direct experience in developing battery energy storage products
• Experience working in international teams, with a deep understanding of cultural differences, and remote management of teams across different locations

Requirements:

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering discipline; preference given to postgraduate degrees in engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in engineering and/or product development in batter energy storage product.
• Strong understanding of power electronics, electrical engineering, and battery technologies.
• Understanding and application of financial product calculation – product cost and product sales price definition, analysis, and recommendation.
• Ability to convincingly and effectively communicate with customers, independent engineers, laboratories, industry working groups, and regulatory authorities.
• Articulate with strong writing and presentation skills in person and remotely via webinar tools.
• Excellent social and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others, both locally and across multiple time zones and different cultures.
• English and Mandarin at a professional level are preferred to ensure clear communication and effective collaboration with international teams.

Compensation & Benefits:

Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and a performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement. Our generous benefits package includes a 401(k) Retirement Plan, medical/dental/life/disability program, vacation, and sick days.

Canadian Solar Inc. 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.