Full-Time
Assistant IT Engineer
Canadian Solar
51-200 employees
Designs, manufactures, and sells solar modules
No salary listed
Mesquite, TX, USA
In Person
Bachelor's
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- A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field is required.
- Strong interest in developing a career in IT infrastructure and technical support.
- Good English communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Willingness to work assigned shifts, including nights when required.
- The position requires compliance with company IT security, safety, and facility requirements.
- Provide first-level technical support to local employees for hardware, software, network, printer, telephone, virtual private network, and connectivity issues.
- Troubleshoot and resolve common personal computer, laptop, printer, and peripheral issues.
- Assist with installation, configuration, and maintenance of IT equipment.
- Support users with basic Microsoft Office and other business applications.
- Escalate complex technical issues to senior IT staff or appropriate support teams.
- Assist with maintaining reliable local network connectivity and user access.
- Support basic configuration and troubleshooting of routers, switches, and network equipment under direction.
- Assist with telephone, network, and structured cabling systems.
- Support virtual private network and remote-access troubleshooting.
- Follow established IT procedures and security requirements.
- Install, maintain, and troubleshoot meeting room technology, including phones, projectors, video conferencing systems, televisions, and audio equipment.
- Provide technical support for meetings and presentations when needed.
- Assist with setup and maintenance of IT equipment throughout the facility.
- Assist with tracking and maintaining IT assets and equipment.
- Maintain accurate records of equipment assignments, ownership, and inventory.
- Support equipment installation, replacement, relocation, and disposal activities.
- Follow established IT procedures and standard operating procedures.
- Assist with IT infrastructure, network, and facility technology projects.
- Provide technical support for new equipment installations and facility projects.
- Work with local users and headquarters IT teams to communicate issues and coordinate solutions.
- Participate in IT training and develop knowledge of company systems and technologies.
- Support daily IT requests and other projects as assigned by the supervisor.
- Internship, co-op, academic project, or other hands-on experience in IT.
- Recent internship or hands-on experience providing IT support.
- Experience troubleshooting personal computers, printers, networking, telephones, or other IT equipment.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office.
- Basic understanding of TCP/IP, networking, routers, and switches.
- Familiarity with virtual private network and remote-access technologies.
- Basic knowledge of structured cabling or low-voltage systems.
- Experience with IT asset management or ticketing systems.
- Basic personal computer and hardware troubleshooting.
- Printer installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
- Basic network troubleshooting and connectivity support.
- Basic understanding of routers, switches, and network equipment.
- Virtual private network and telephone system troubleshooting.
- Microsoft Office and Windows environments.
- Basic understanding of network cabling and low-voltage systems.
- Ability to follow technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and troubleshooting procedures.
Canadian Solar manufactures solar photovoltaic modules and manages large-scale solar energy projects for residential, commercial, and utility customers. These products work by converting sunlight into electricity using high-efficiency cell designs, while the company provides the necessary kits and maintenance services to keep these systems running. It distinguishes itself through a massive portfolio of over 1,500 patents and a top "bankability" rating, which signals to investors that its technology is a reliable financial bet compared to other manufacturers. The company's goal is to improve the performance of renewable energy by developing more efficient solar hardware and providing end-to-end support for power plant development.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Cambridge, Canada
Founded
2001
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- August 27, 2026 revenue hit $1.2 billion, with 13.9% gross margin.
- September 2026 guidance targets 3.5-3.8 GW modules and 3.4-3.8 GWh storage.
- By 2029, U.S. module backlog exceeds 13 GWp, worth $4.5 billion.
What critics are saying
- March 2026 First Solar's USITC case seeks exclusion orders against Canadian Solar TOPCon modules.
- September 2026 SEC filing flags Section 232 polysilicon tariffs and late-2026 shocks.
- Persistent US trade barriers strand Canadian Solar's 10 GW Texas buildout.
What makes Canadian Solar unique
- August 2026, Canadian Solar held 21.7 GWp solar and 84.1 GWh storage pipeline.
- July 2026 Jeffersonville opened North America's largest crystalline silicon solar cell facility.
- Canadian Solar pairs modules, storage, and project sales across Recurrent Energy.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible Work Hours
Paid Vacation