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Job Description – Canadian Solar Solutions Inc. Canadian Solar Inc. is one of the world’s largest solar modular producers. As a leading vertically integrated provider of ingots, wafers, solar cells, solar modules, solar power systems and specialized solar products, Canadian Solar delivers uncompromising value to its customers across the globe. Position Title: Raw Material Laboratory Engineer Department : Quality Technical / Reliability Laboratory Reports To: Quality Technical Manager Description: The Raw Material Laboratory Engineer supports advanced material research, testing, and characterization activities focused on understanding raw material performance, degradation mechanisms, process sensitivity, and product reliability.
This position applies engineering principles, Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, and laboratory testing to evaluate materials and provide data-driven technical recommendations. The Engineer works closely with Engineering, Quality, Process, Reliability, and Supplier Quality teams to support material selection, supplier qualification, product development, root-cause investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities Research & Experimental Design Design and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) to evaluate raw material performance, variability, aging behavior, and process sensitivity Define experimental factors, responses, controls, and acceptance criteria based on engineering objectives and material science principles Plan and execute structured laboratory studies to evaluate material performance and reliability Conduct root-cause investigations related to material performance deviations, defects, or failures Develop technical conclusions and recommendations based on experimental findings Material Testing & Characterization Perform laboratory testing and characterization of raw materials, including polymers, sealants, metals, glass, coatings, and other manufacturing materials Evaluate material properties such as curing behavior, mechanical performance, thermal aging, durability, and environmental exposure effects Operate laboratory equipment and testing instrumentation in accordance with established procedures and safety requirements Develop and optimize testing approaches to improve accuracy, repeatability, and efficiency Evaluate material performance against applicable specifications, standards, and engineering requirements Data Analysis & Reporting Analyze experimental and laboratory data using statistical methods, DOE tools, and engineering principles Identify trends, correlations, variations, and potential failure mechanisms within material performance data Interpret results and translate findings into clear technical conclusions and actionable recommendations Prepare technical reports, data summaries, charts, and presentations for Engineering, Quality, and management reviews Maintain accurate and traceable records of laboratory testing, analysis, and