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 thatReports To
: Associate Director, HR
Location:
Texas, USA or Kitchener, OntarioCanada
About the RoleThis 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
strategicpartnershipwith day-to-day execution .
You’llact 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 ResponsibilitiesStrategic Partnership
Partner with senior leaders to align HR strategies with business objectives
Supportorganizationaldesign, 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 withRecruitmentto 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 tooperateboth
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
WhatWe’reLooking For
Someone who is
comfortable “in the weeds”
while keeping a strategic lens
A proactive problem-solver witha strong senseof 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.
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