HR Business Partner

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.

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.

Position Title: HR Business Partner, North America 

Department:  Human Resources 

Entity: CS e-Storage  

Position that Reports To: Associate Director, HR  

Location: Kitchener, ON, Canada (hybrid) or Texas, USA

About the Role

This is a hands-on HR Business Partner (HRBP) to support our fast-growing e-Storage business across North America. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys balancing strategic partnership with day-to-day execution. 

 You’ll act as a trusted advisor to business leaders while also rolling up your sleeves to deliver core HR processes, ensuring operational excellence and a strong employee experience. This role will also requite up to 15% travel to different project sites.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Partnership

• Partner with senior leaders to align HR strategies with business objectives 

• Support organizational design, workforce planning, and talent strategy 

• Coach leaders on performance management, engagement, and team effectiveness 

• Drive change management initiatives in a high-growth environment 

Hands-On HR Delivery 

• Execute core HR processes including onboarding, performance cycles, and offboarding 
• Support compensation and promotion processes  
• Maintain strong operational discipline across HR activities 

Employee Relations

• Lead and support employee relations concerns, ensuring consistent and legal practices combined with appropriate documentation.
• Coach managers and leaders on effective people management and workplace practices to mitigate issues
• Proactively identify ER and legal risks and proactively involve HR leadership

Systems & Data (Workday) 

• Leverage Workday for HR transactions, reporting, and analytics 

• Ensure data accuracy and integrity within HR systems 

• Use insights to inform decision-making and improve business outcomes 

Recruitment and Retention 

• Partner with Recruitment to support hiring needs 

• Drive employee engagement and retention initiatives 

• Champion company culture and values across the e-Storage business 

Qualifications & Experience

·       ·       HR certification (SPHR or SHRM – CP or equivalent) highly desired

• Solid understanding of Canadian and US employment practices and legislation 

·       Ability to initiate, lead and navigate tough conversations maintaining professional composure.

• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner in a fast-paced, high-growth environment 

• Strong working knowledge of Workday (transactions, reporting, data management) 

• Organizational skills are a must
• Demonstrated ability to operate both strategically and tactically

• Experience supporting technical, industrial, or energy-related businesses is a plus 

• Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to build trust at all levels 

What We’re Looking For

• Someone who is comfortable “in the weeds” while keeping a strategic lens 

• A proactive problem-solver with a strong sense of ownership 

• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive outcomes in a scaling organization 

• High attention to detail with strong execution capability 

Compensation & Benefits: 

Canadian Solar offers a competitive salary plus fully comprehensive benefits and performance bonus package based on an annual objective achievement.  The salary range is determined on country and geographical location. This position ranges between $105K - $135K CAD.

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. 

#CanadianSolar