About Us
Globally, energy markets are in transition to a net zero future and the entities within these markets are transforming their underlying business models to ensure that they stay relevant, sustainable and profitable. As one of Australia’s largest energy providers, we are proud of our purpose to lead and accelerate the clean energy transformation. Our ability to deliver on this purpose will be dependent on our people.
As the energy sector rapidly evolves with electrification, renewables, and sustainability at the forefront, we are delivering innovative centralised energy solutions to meet the needs of modern communities.
Purpose of role
As our Renewable Energy Engineer, you’ll help design, develop and implement renewable energy systems and technologies for residential and commercial customers alike. We have several evolving commercial opportunities which has led to increased demand for engineering capability, and hence we’re looking for a full-time permanent resource to join our Melbourne based team.
Key aspects of the role include, but aren’t limited to:
- Prepare residential solar PV system designs and quotations using tools such as Helioscope, AutoCAD, Pylon and OpenSolar.
- Accurately size systems based on customer energy usage, roof layouts, shading analysis, and site constraints.
- Develop cost estimates including equipment selection, installation requirements, and pricing.
- Develop strong knowledge of residential solar and battery products and solutions.
- Working collaboratively with project teams to optimise energy efficiency and sustainability.
- Ensuring compliance with Australian legislation, standards and safety requirements is front of mind for all design’s and installations.
- Act as a technical support point for residential sales enquiries and customer queries.
- Provide clear and timely technical advice to sales consultants to support conversions
- Liaise with customers, sales consultants, and installers to ensure designs are practical and installation-ready
- Assist in preparing customer proposals and resolving design related queries
- Work closely with internal teams to ensure a smooth transition from sale to installation.
About you
This role requires you to work collaboratively with a host of stakeholders, and hence we’re looking for a strong blend of technical engineering skills mixed with commercial acumen and the ability to present and communicate technical information in a simplistic way.
We’d love to see the following qualifications, skills and experiences:
- Prior experience in Renewable Energy, including evidence of project. design experience in Residential and Commercial projects (with battery design experience highly desirable).
- Bachelor’s degree in Renewable Energy, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field is essential.
- SAA Certification in Solar & Battery Design (highly desirable).
- Strong understanding of the energy market and emerging energy solutions.
- Experience interfacing with residential and business clients (highly desirable).
- Commercial acumen through assessing solution feasibility and managing project costs.
- Attention to detail comes naturally; accuracy and consistency of your design and estimation work is second to none.
Why Us?
EnergyAustralia is a place where all employees are genuinely valued, supported, and free to be themselves — because we believe that’s when we’re at our best.
We embrace diversity of background, experience, and perspective, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and those from the LGBTQ+ community.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
- Employee discounts on electricity and gas, plus savings on major brands and products
- 20 weeks’ paid parental leave – completely gender-equal
- Energise Program – flexible working that’s team-centric, enabling teams to agree and succeed together
- Performance recognition and incentive programmes – tailored to different roles and teams to reward great work throughout the year
- Supportive leaders and a down-to-earth culture where you can be your authentic self