Job Description

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Project Quality Engineer

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u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 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 multiple GWh DC of battery energy storage solutions in various locations, including North and South America, the United Kingdom, Australia, and East Asia. 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 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.

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u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 For additional information about e-STORAGE, visit www.csestorage.com

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u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 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, a provider of solar energy and battery storage solutions, and a developer of utility-scale solar power and battery storage projects with a geographically diversified pipeline in various stages of development. Over the past 23 years, Canadian Solar has successfully delivered over 102 GW of premium-quality solar photovoltaic modules to customers across the world. Since entering the project development business in 2010, Canadian Solar has developed, built, and connected over 9 GWp of solar power projects and over 3 GWh of battery storage projects globally. 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 pipeline . 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 in advanced and early-stage development. Canadian Solar is one of the most bankable companies in the solar and renewable energy industry.

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u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 For additional information about Canadian Solar, visit www.canadiansolar.com

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CS e-Storage is looking for a Project Quality Engineer to execute and monitor all project quality work. The Project Quality Engineer is responsible for executing the Projectu2019s Site-Specific Quality Plan (SSQP), tracking root cause analysis (RCA) of any quality issues, and communicating solutions developed and lessons learned. This individual serves as a point of contact for coordination with different parties including owner representatives, EPC contractors, equipment suppliers, O&M service providers and CS estorage team members. Strong dedication of achieving quality objectives, extensive experience in project quality execution, knowledge of manufacturing, function and O&M of inverters, transformers or lithium-ion battery, good communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills, and capabilities of working under pressure and tight timeline are highly valued in this position.

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Primary Responsibilities:

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u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Develop, execute, and review the Project Site Specific Quality Plan (SSQP) and the Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) with internal project team members and external suppliers and contractors to meet clientsu2019 contractual requirements and expectations.

u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Plan, execute, and monitor all aspects of project quality assurance activities at different project phases. Answer quality questionnaires, understand contractual quality requirements, create, and review Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), conduct quality audits and RCA.

u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Lead and facilitate the generation of lessons learned from past projects and their implementation in future projects for continuous improvement in project quality.

u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Identify and track quality Issues/observations/non-compliances, document and communicate their resolutions in accordance with the contractual requirements and the SSQP.

u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Coordinate with and support engineering, project execution, and O&M teams in resolving equipment problems and proactively preventing performance issues. Assist commercial, procurement and legal teams with quality-related tasks.

u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Implement and update project quality management system (PQMS) according to ISO standards to meet the ever-evolving BESS business development and project quality needs.u00A0

u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Cultivate and exemplify a quality culture that focuses on awareness of personal impacts, openness, and willingness to learn and get better together, doing things safely and right the first time, and promoting continuous improvement in everything we do at CS e-Storage.u00A0

u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Travel within US, Canada, Europe, Australia, and other locations where business requires with short notice in weekends or overnight. Work flexible hours (evenings, weekends) as required.

u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Perform other duties as assigned by the Quality Director and the management.

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Qualifications and Experience:

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u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Bacheloru2019s degree or above in quality disciplines, engineering, project management, or similar subject areas.

u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Proven track records in project quality with a minimum of 3 yearsu2019 experience in a similar role, preferably in the renewable energy industry or automotive industry.

u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Capable of conducting RCA and tracking its progress to completion and driving suppliers for temporary containment and permanent corrective actions.

u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Hands-on experience in quality planning, quality assurance, quality control, and continuous improvement.

u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Knowledge of manufacturing, function and O&M of inverters, transformers, or lithium-ion battery products; willing and able to learn new subjects and skills.

u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Good at developing/maintaining fruitful relationships and working effectively with global cross functional cross-cultural colleagues, customers, suppliers, and contractors on quality matters. u00A0 u00A0u00A0

u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Able to distill and deliver clear and succinct messages tailored for different audiences.

u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Have a deep drive to get results and complete tasks to successfully and timely achieve deliverables in a fast-paced business environment.

u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 Able to remain productive and get things done in a hybrid work environment with excellent focus and time management skills under minimum supervision.u00A0

u2022 u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0u00A0 A positive, resilient, dedicated, flexible and dependable individual, highly motivated self-starter, good communicator, and resourceful team player.

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Compensation & Benefits:

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u00A0 u00A0 u00A0 u00A0Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement.

u00A0 u00A0 u00A0 u00A0Canadian 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.

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