Senior BESS CAD Designer

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.

The Senior BESS CAD Designer provides technical expertise to support e-Storage BESS solutions. This position will be responsible for the pre-sales activities of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) with an emphasis on preparing conceptual design drawings in AutoCAD and supporting proposal development.

The Senior BESS CAD Designer will work closely with the applications and business development teams to help develop proposals for new storage project opportunities and provide technical support to respond to customer needs.

What You’ll Be Doing as a Senior BESS CAD Designer

- Analyze RFP or other customer documentation to determine project scope and technical requirements, with an emphasis on project drawing requirements. Able to read and understand client single line diagrams and layouts.

- Prepare conceptual design packages including single-line diagrams (SLD) and layouts in AutoCAD for Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects based on size models prepared by Applications Engineers.

- Prepare feeder configuration, and cable schedules based on the size model and SLD/Layouts.

- Prepare and maintain a set of drawing templates for various Battery and Inverter configurations.

- Support in preparing technical documentation for proposals and coordinate the bid package preparation with other departments.

- Work closely with Applications Engineering, Project Engineering and Procurement teams to ensure complete and shared project understanding and priorities.

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

- A go-getter professional with a can-do attitude - setting aggressive, measurable goals and objectives for him/herself and prepared to be measured against them.

- An efficient team member with high regard for ethics, integrity, and finesse.

- A dynamic professional with the ability to positively interact and collaborate with a diverse group of people at all levels and disciplines and capable of effectively communicating with clients.

- Comfortable in a collaborative and fluid environment.

- An excellent time manager with the ability to balance multiple projects and priorities.

Professional Qualifications

- Proficient in AutoCAD (required) , with strong knowledge of drafting commands to ensure accuracy and efficiency. A certificate in drafting is considered an asset

- 3+ years’ experience in system design of PV or BESS projects.

- Technical aptitude including the ability to read and fully understand engineering schematics, spreadsheet calculations and RFP documents.

- General understanding of North American electrical codes (NEC/CEC) and UL/CSA standards related to energy storage and grid-interactive inverters.

- Global perspective and awareness, and direct experience working across diverse cultures in a multinational company would be beneficial.

Education

- Diploma or certificate in Drafting, CAD, Electrical Engineering Technology. Equivalent technical training with relevant drafting experience will also be considered.

Your Rewards

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