Engineer Manager

About Us

Power Electronics is a leader in renewable energy sector. Our Inverters, Battery Systems and Drive equipment are designed and manufactured in our own manufacturing plant in Spain, engineered to the highest standard then shipped to Australia — where you'll be the one bringing them to life for our customers!

About the Role

Based at our newly renovated Australian Head Office in Eagle Farm, QLD, you'll lead a team of Engineers who work closely with our Electricians in the field on a range of battery and solar projects throughout Australia.

Take on a leadership role at the forefront of the energy transition in Australia, be assured our growing pipeline of work spans the renewable, industrial, and utility sectors which will give you stability of employment and a genuine platform to build your career. If you want a role where people development goes hand-in-hand with hands-on technical problem-solving on world-class technology — this is it!

Key Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring and developing a team of engineers to ensure they have the skills and tools to succeed.

• Overseeing the planning, execution, and successful delivery of complex engineering tasks across commissioning, maintenance, and new product introduction.

• Providing technical guidance on troubleshooting, commissioning, and optimization of inverter and battery storage systems for clients, technicians, and stakeholders - including AEMO (Australian Energy Market Operator).

• Supporting the team on programming and settings for Utility Scale Inverters, Power Plant Controllers, and Battery Interface Controllers, and overseeing communications and control systems including SCADA and PLC.

• Ensuring all systems and projects comply with industry standards and safety regulations, including hazard reporting and risk control.

• Liaising directly with clients to understand their needs and provide technical support and solutions.

• Conducting performance analysis and evaluations to identify areas for improvement and efficiency gains.

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams across Australia and Spain — including Sales, Design, Quality Assurance, Operations, Business Development, Finance & Legal.

About You

Ideally, you will possess a wide skillset, which could include team leadership, technical troubleshooting, project management, and a strong grounding in inverter and battery storage technology.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, or related field. (Essential)

• 5 years' experience in leading a team. (Essential)

• Proven ability to lead teams, manage projects, and make sound strategic decisions.

• Strong investigative and analytical skills, with the ability to solve complex issues using data.

• Excellent software knowledge, including the Microsoft 365 suite (Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint).

• Skilled in various communications and control systems and protocols (SCADA, PLC).

• Excellent communicator and coach, comfortable empowering others and adapting to shifting priorities.

• Business communications skills with the ability to produce detailed reports and engage confidently with stakeholders across diverse cultural and professional environments.

• Experience with the Python programming language (Preferable but not limiting).

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Power Electronics believes that diversity drives innovation and success. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Apply now for this exciting Power Electronics role.