Lead Network and Systems Engineer

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.

We are seeking a proactive and hands-on Lead Network and Systems Engineer to support the design, configuration, and deployment of SCADA and communication infrastructure for utility-scale renewable energy projects, with a focus on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This role bridges electrical design, network engineering, and software configuration, and involves close collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

- Develop power and network design drawings, Panel layout and equipment mounting,

- Design and configure robust, secure communication networks for SCADA and EMS systems in BESS and hybrid renewable plants.

- Implement Layer 2/3 switch configurations, VLANs, routing, and firewall policies to support redundant and deterministic communication.

- Design and validate communication architectures using a wide range of protocols, including Modbus TCP/RTU, DNP3, IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104, OPC UA

- Configure and troubleshoot serial and Ethernet-based interfaces between EMS/SCADA systems and field equipment including Inverters, meters, BMS, RTUs, and relays.

- Customize and validate hardware architecture for EMS/Scada per project requirements architecture for EMS and SCADA systems, including cabinet layouts, I/O wiring, power distribution, and fiber routing

- Work closely with the software and controls team to support end-to-end data validation from field devices to EMS/UI.

- Review and update single-line diagrams, control wiring schematics, and SCADA power supply designs.

- Support the setup of SCADA software platforms and HMI/EMS interfaces.

- Conduct and document testing of communication interfaces

- Develop and maintain scripts (e.g. Python, Bash, PowerShell) for device configuration and testing, diagnostics, etc

- Support system integration and testing during FAT, SAT, and site commissioning phases.

- Serve as the technical point of contact for customers, vendors, and integrators during project execution.

- Communicate project-specific needs clearly to both internal development teams and external stakeholders.

- Draft and maintain documentation for all networking and SCADA/EMS integration aspects, ensuring version control and timely updates to reflect stakeholder input, design revisions, and project progress.

- Support customer training and technical handover processes

Required Qualifications and Skills:

- Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.

- 8+ years of experience in SCADA/network engineering for utility-scale renewable or power systems (BESS, PV, Wind, etc.).

- Proven experience as a System and Networking Engineer, large-scale distributed systems architect or similar role with a focus on energy management, or industrial control systems.

- Expertise in hardware/software co-design approach, system safety requirements, and understanding of HW compliance standards.

- Skilled at risk analysis, identifying technical gaps, and ensuring design feasibility.

- In-depth ability to design EMS hardware and working with supply chain partners to validate individual components and system design as a whole.

- In-depth understanding of industrial communication protocols, data mapping, and device integration.

- Ability to design and review control system drawings using tools like AutoCAD, or similar

- Ability to break down high-level customer needs into technical specifications and have detail technical conversation on trade-offs.

- Solid foundation in networking (routing, VLANs, STP, NAT, firewall rules) and industrial switch configuration (Cisco, Hirschmann, Moxa, etc.).

- Experience working with SCADA/EMS platforms, protocol gateways, or middleware.

- Excellent communication and organizational skills for customer-facing project work.

Additional Requirements:

- Familiarity with energy industry regulations, standards, and protocols.

- Experience with agile development methodologies and modern software engineering practices.

- A willingness to travel is needed to support customer engagements, and team collaboration.

Compensation & Benefits:

IQ-Storage offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and capabilities, including comprehensive benefits and a performance bonus package based on performance and achievements. Our benefits package includes a Retirement Plan, medical/dental/life/disability program, vacation, and sick days.

IQ-Storage 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.