Sr. Fire Safety Engineer - e-Storage

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Who We Are

Welcome to e-STORAGE, a proud member of the Canadian Solar Inc. (NASDAQ: CSIQ) family! We’re leading the way in designing, building, and integrating advanced battery energy storage systems for utility-scale projects. Our mission? To accelerate the world’s renewable energy transition and create a more sustainable, resilient energy future for everyone.

With our innovative SolBank lithium-iron phosphate battery technology and comprehensive project services, we’re not just building products we’re powering communities and making a difference worldwide.

Role Overview for Sr. Fire Safety Engineer

The Senior Fire Safety Engineer will play a critical role in ensuring the safety, compliance, and performance of our utility-scale and commercial energy storage systems (ESS). As part of the Energy Storage Solution Management team, this individual will support product design, track evolving fire safety regulations and standards, and provide project-level technical support across multiple phases of ESS deployment.

The role requires deep familiarity with UL 9540, 9540A, NFPA 855, IFC, and other applicable fire protection codes, along with strong collaboration and documentation skills. The ideal candidate brings a background in fire protection or mechanical engineering, with experience in system-level safety design, regulatory engagement, and large-scale fire testing.

• This position is open to residents from the USA and Canada.

What You’ll Be Doing as a Sr. Fire Safety Engineer

Product Design Support:

• Provide fire safety guidance during the design and development of BESS enclosures and integrated energy storage solutions for global markets.
• Evaluate system layouts, battery configurations, fire detection and alarming, ventilation strategies from a safety perspective.
• Participate in product design reviews and collaborate with product and solution managers to ensure safety considerations are embedded early.
• Interpret and review third-party fire testing reports and modeling data to recommend design or process improvements.
• Support fire safety validation through internal and third-party test campaigns, including UL 9540A and IEC 62933-based evaluations.
• Support system integration testing activities related to fire safety systems

Regulatory Tracking, Continuous Improvement, and Documentation:

• Monitor updates in fire safety codes and standards (e.g., NFPA 855, UL 9540A, IFC) relevant to energy storage products and technology across global markets.
• Maintain and update internal fire safety guidelines, technical notes, and design templates based on evolving standards and field experience.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives related to safety documentation, including emergency response plans, fire protection strategies, and permitting support packages.
• Consolidate feedback from test results, project experience, and internal reviews into actionable improvements for future product iterations.
• Lead the review or drafting of fire safety documents, including safety manuals and safety training materials.

Project Engineering Fire Safety Support

• Provide project-specific technical support on fire safety requirements, including code interpretations, layout reviews, and compliance documentation.
• Assist in preparing technical documentation for customer due diligence and authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) submissions, specific to the technology and project design. Includes:
• Emergency Response Plan (ERP)
• Hazard Mitigation Analysis (HMA)
• Heat Flux Analysis (HFA)
• Other documents based on jurisdiction
• Support field teams and execution engineers in interpreting fire test data and applying protection strategies at the project level.
• Coordinate with third-party testing labs, consultants, and regulatory bodies to meet project compliance goals.
• Review project drawings and documentation for compliance with e-Storage product design and requirements
• Review contractual agreements for conformance with our equipment solution
• Lead resolution of customer and AHJ inquiries related to fire protection and safety strategy implementation.
• Focused on North American markets
• Team up with talented colleagues and partners to achieve project goals.
• Champion our standards for quality, safety, and sustainability.
• Help us keep improving—your ideas are always welcome!

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

• Bachelor’s or higher degree in fire protection engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of fire safety engineering experience, preferably in the energy storage, battery systems, or industrial power sector.
• Deep understanding of fire protection codes and standards including UL 9540A, NFPA 855, NFPA 68/69, NFPA72, and local or international safety regulations.
• Experience planning, managing, and reviewing large-scale fire testing programs and interpreting test results and modeling data.
• Familiarity with ESS hardware development, BESS enclosure designs, fire safety system integration, and emergency response planning.
• Strong technical communication skills, with experience preparing test reports, compliance packages, and AHJ documentation.
• Knowledge of industry fire alarm systems and manufacturers, including networking design
• Ability to collaborate across global teams including product development, compliance, engineering, and external consultants.
• Experience in cross-functional project support or permitting processes is a plus.
• Proficiency in Mandarin is a plus but not required.
• Flexibility to travel and coordinate across global time zones as needed.
• Professional Fire Protection Engineer licensure a plus:
• California
• Texas
• Arizona
• Ontario

Key Competencies

• Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams and time zones.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of BESS product validation, system integration, and testing methodologies.
• Flexibility to travel up to 20%, including international travel as required, for vendor assessments, testing, and industry events.
• The right mix of education, experience, and skills for the role.
• Great communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
• A true commitment to safety, ethics, and sustainability.

Your Rewards

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