Supply Quality Engineer

Canadian Solar

Mesquite, TX

Full Time

Posted September 7, 2026

$90k - $134k· Est.

Solar Energy

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Job Description

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.

Key Responsibilities

Investigate and resolve supplier-related quality issues, including non-conformances, defects, claim, and customer complaints.
Evaluate supplier performance, introduce new supplier/material, review and approve supplier engineering change, do first article inspection.
Lead cross-functional teams to investigate material related quality issues and drive solutions.
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely resolution of quality issues and prevent recurrence.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to foster continuous improvement.
Assume responsibility for technical responses to suppliers on quality issues; lead investigations and drive corrective actions.
Liaise with Suppliers during visits, conduct process/system audits.
Track and resolve open issues pertaining to new product launches, develop control documents and other Customer/Supplier required quality documentation.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers to enhance product quality and reliability
Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions related to supplier quality.
Support IQC inspection training, test equipment set up, Control plan and SIP updates
Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the Canadian Solar Solution Code of Business Conduct
Support ISO 9001 activities
Adhere to all environmental, health and safety rules and policies.
Conduct other duties as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree (minimum of 4 years) or equivalent years of education; Special consideration given to Quality Accreditation’s (AQC/AIAG) and technical courses completed (Auditor, etc.)
Minimum of three years’ experience in a Quality capacity within a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated ability to drive process/product quality control, lean manufacturing.
Good current working knowledge of AIAG standards (PQP, PPAP & PFMEA, Cpk, SPC, 8D )
Strong Knowledge in SAP system or other related software applications
Six sigma an asset
Quality Control background, including problem solving and root cause analysis.
Professional demeanour at all times
Strong leadership abilities and confident, consistent, decisive personality
Must be able to work with little supervision, must be self-directed.
Attention to detail in all area of work
Desire for innovative thinking and continual learning
Excellent coaching, mentoring, mediating and negotiating skills.
Computer literacy, including effective working skills with MS Office and e-mail required.
Good written and verbal communication skills in English
Note: The company reserves the right to change the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time as its own discretion.
Upon individual request, Canadian Solar will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to accommodate those candidates with disabilities.
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