Engineering Manager

Job Location: Melbourne, Victoria

Are you the leader who loves imposing order on complex technical projects?
Join to own the delivery of embedded/electronics hardware. Your core mission: implement the project management, tracking, and accountability the team needs to ship predictably.

🔧 Core Tech Stack:
- Embedded Firmware (Heavy)
- Electronics Engineering (Heavy)
- Mechanical/Industrial Design (Oversight)

🎯 The Mission:
- Take a ~7-person team (scaling to 15-20) from chaos to clarity.
- You’ll build real project discipline - Gantt charts, weekly tracking, accountability for complex multi-year hardware products.

⚡ The Need:
This isn’t just leadership. It’s hands-on technical depth + the discipline to own delivery. We need the “adult in the room” who can solve embedded challenges and ship on schedule.

✅ You Are:
- Must have at least 10+ years experience
- Embedded + Electronics background
- Scaled teams from 5 to 20
- Owned full hardware product delivery
- Built & maintained multi-year project plans
- Execution-focused, zero ego

If you’re the hybrid leader who lives at the intersection of embedded systems, electronics, systems thinking, and real project delivery-let’s talk.

📧 lance@runtimerec.com
☎️ 03 9005 2123

 

 

Project Manager – Electrical

Job Location: Melbourne, Victoria

Deliver Projects That Power Communities. Lead with Precision and Purpose.

What if every project you managed didn’t just finish on time - but left a lasting mark on how communities are powered and connected?

You'll join a company that projects aren’t just schedules and spreadsheets - they’re opportunities to build better systems, safer sites, and smarter infrastructure.

As Project Manager, you’ll be at the centre of it all - coordinating people, timelines, and technology to deliver electrical projects that meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and compliance.

This is your chance to take ownership of end-to-end project delivery, work with high-performing engineering teams, and see the direct impact of your leadership on projects that keep Victoria moving.

This Role Gives You the Chance To:

• Manage full project lifecycles - from planning and procurement to delivery and completion.
• Be the central link between engineers, contractors, and clients to ensure alignment and accountability.
• Drive high performance and attention to detail across all project phases.
• Strengthen stakeholder relationships through proactive communication and problem-solving.
• Identify risks, streamline delivery processes, and implement best practices that raise the bar for project excellence.

What You’ll Do

• Develop detailed project plans and schedules to achieve project goals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project records, reports, and documentation.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders, ensuring clarity and collaboration.
• Monitor project budgets and resources to keep delivery on time and within scope.
• Communicate proactively to resolve issues impacting Statements of Compliance (SOC) and Practical Completion Notices (PCN).
• Conduct regular reviews to identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and manage escalations.
• Ensure all activities meet OH&S, regulatory, and company safety standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to improve processes and outcomes.

What You Bring

Qualification in Project Management (PMC/PM2 desirable).
Minimum 2 years’ experience managing electrical or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of Victorian electrical industry standards and SOC/PCN processes (desirable).
• Familiarity with construction contracts and compliance frameworks.
• Proven ability to organise, prioritise, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills - you keep everyone informed and on track.
• Attention to detail, problem-solving capability, and a hands-on approach to delivery.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and Wrike.
• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence.

Why This Role Matters: 

You’ll be part of a high-performing team delivering essential electrical infrastructure across Victoria - projects that connect, empower, and future-proof communities.
This role is ideal for a detail-driven project professional ready to take ownership, influence outcomes, and grow into larger, more complex projects.

If you’re looking for a role where your organisational skills and technical understanding make a measurable impact - we’d love to hear from you.

Phone: 0485991211
Email: simon@runtimerec.com.au

 

 

Firmware Engineer

Job Location: Adelaide, South Australia

Join a team developing firmware for a next-generation microcontroller platform designed for embedded and ML applications.

This role is hands-on and deeply embedded.

This role suits engineers who thrive working close to hardware and enjoy building efficient, reliable systems from the ground up.

What you'll be doing:

  • Develop firmware and reference designs for a 32-bit microcontroller.
  • Port TinyML or similar inference engines to custom MCUs.
  • Work on BareMetal or RTOS environments (FreeRTOS, Zephyr).
  • Use Python for test automation and tooling.
  • Collaborate on board bring-up and performance tuning.
  • Contribute to example apps (e.g., predictive maintenance for sensors).

What you will bring:

  • Strong skills in C/C++ for embedded firmware.
  • Hands-on experience with BareMetal or RTOS (FreeRTOS, Zephyr).
  • Solid understanding of microcontroller architectures, memory, and peripherals.
  • Python for scripting, testing, and automation experience.
  • Experience porting TinyML or embedded ML frameworks.
  • Skilled in SDK or hardware-level development.
  • Exposure to RISC-V platforms.
  • Knowledge of schematic or PCB design.
  • Experience with firmware testing or CI/CD.

Why this role:

  • Build cutting-edge embedded ML solutions from the ground up.
  • Join a stable, product-focused R&D team.
  • Contribute to the commercialization of next-gen microcontrollers.
  • Long-term, low-bureaucracy environment with real impact.

Apply now or reach out to discuss how your experience could make an impact in this next-generation firmware development team.

E: aldwin@runtimerec.com

P: +61485988800

 

 

Business Development Manager – BESS (QLD)

Job Location: Brisbane, Queensland

Power Queensland’s Energy Future – Lead Growth in BESS & Renewable Solutions

Location: Queensland, Australia

Ready to be part of Queensland’s renewable energy boom?

This is your opportunity to drive commercial growth in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and portable power solutions - helping industries, businesses, and communities transition to cleaner, smarter energy.

As a Business Development Manager, you’ll play a key role in expanding market presence across Queensland - from large-scale grid projects to remote and off-grid applications. You’ll lead strategy, build partnerships, and deliver results that directly shape how energy is stored and used across the state.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive base + performance incentives
• Play a leading role in Queensland’s fast-growing clean energy sector
• Supportive, forward-thinking team culture focused on impact and innovation
• Real autonomy to shape your territory and strategy

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute commercial plans to grow market share in BESS and portable energy solutions across Queensland
• Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors, EPCs, utilities, and industrial clients
• Identify new business opportunities in grid-scale, commercial, and off-grid energy projects
• Conduct market analysis to track trends, policy shifts, and technology opportunities
• Collaborate with marketing, product, and engineering teams to ensure customer needs translate into real product and service advantages
• Represent the company at trade shows, industry forums, and client meetings

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years of success in business development or technical sales within renewable energy, energy storage, or electrical technology
• Proven record in driving sales growth and long-term customer relationships
• Deep understanding of Solar PV, Energy Storage Systems (ESS), and the Queensland energy landscape
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and solution-selling skills
• Strategic mindset, self-motivation, and willingness to travel within QLD and interstate

Be Part of the Energy Transformation

If you want to help shape Queensland’s renewable energy landscape - and thrive in a role where innovation meets real-world impact - this is your chance.

Take charge. Drive growth. Power the future.

Phone: 0485991211
Email: simon@runtimerec.com

 

 

Group Manager – Compliance

Job Location: Melbourne, Victoria

Lead Compliance. Drive Standards. Build a Legacy.

What if your next leadership role was more than managing projects - but shaping how an entire organization defines quality, safety, and compliance?

If you’ve ever felt like your expertise in standards and governance could have a bigger impact - this is your opportunity to lead that change.

This role isn’t about ticking boxes. It’s about driving performance, setting the benchmark for excellence, and guiding teams to deliver electrical and NBN projects that stand up to the highest safety and network standards.

As Group Manager - Compliance, you’ll oversee project delivery across multiple teams - ensuring Statements of Compliance (SOC) and Practical Completion Notices (PCN) are achieved on time, within budget, and to the standards clients and regulators expect.

This Role Gives You the Chance To:

• Take ownership of compliance leadership across multiple high-value electrical and NBN projects.
• Drive best practice in safety, quality, and performance - influencing how compliance is managed business-wide.
• Mentor and empower project, design, and delivery teams to achieve consistent, high-quality outcomes.
• Strengthen relationships with developers, contractors, councils, and utilities - ensuring smooth project approvals and delivery.
• Contribute to strategy and growth initiatives that position the company as a trusted compliance leader in Victoria.

What You’ll Do:

• Oversee compliance activities, ensuring adherence to OH&S, network standards, and company policies.
• Lead site audits, risk assessments, and on-site resolution meetings to maintain safety and project integrity.
• Manage project planning, resource allocation, and delivery milestones (SOC and PCN).
• Conduct team meetings and one-on-ones to drive accountability and development.
• Communicate proactively with stakeholders to resolve project or compliance issues.
• Prepare budget forecasts, monitor spend, and maintain cost control across multiple projects.
• Create and maintain a database of network standards and provide technical guidance.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation plans, and manage escalations effectively.
• Collaborate with leadership on forward planning, systems improvement, and strategic growth.

What You Bring:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or Project Management (desirable).
Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical project management, auditing, and drafting.
• Proven success delivering SOC and PCN outcomes within Victorian network standards.
• Demonstrated leadership in managing multi-disciplinary teams and project portfolios.
• Strong understanding of compliance frameworks, safety protocols, and utility processes.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage budgets, resources, and timelines effectively.
• Proficiency with CAD tools, utility design software, MS Office, and Wrike.
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset - you anticipate challenges and drive outcomes.

Why This Role Matters?

This is a key leadership position in an organisation that values precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
You’ll be the standard-bearer for compliance excellence - ensuring every project not only meets regulations but builds trust and reputation in the market.

If you’re ready to take the lead and define how compliance is delivered across Victoria’s essential infrastructure - we’d love to hear from you.

Phone: 0485991211
Email: simon@runtimerec.com.au

 

 

Sales Engineer (WA)

Job Location: Perth, Western Australia

Are you passionate about accelerating Australia’s green energy transition - and excited by the blend of engineering, innovation, and commercial growth?

Join a global leader in sustainable technology solutions known for its engineering excellence, strong market reputation, and commitment to empowering cleaner, smarter energy systems.

With a collaborative culture and growing presence across the Asia-Pacific region, this is your chance to be part of a mission that truly matters.

The Role

As a Sales Engineer, you’ll bridge the gap between technical expertise and commercial success. Partnering closely with a dedicated Account Manager, you’ll work with distributors, EPCs, and installers across Australia - providing tailored, engineering-led solutions for renewable energy projects.

Your role will focus on designing solutions, preparing technical proposals, and driving customer engagement to support business growth and project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Account Manager to achieve sales and revenue targets.
• Build and manage relationships with distributors, EPCs, and installation partners.
• Deliver technical support, solution design, and project quotations.
• Conduct product presentations, demonstrations, and client training sessions.
• Coordinate with internal engineering and operations teams to ensure project accuracy.
• Track opportunities through CRM systems and maintain up-to-date records.
• Support marketing and promotional activities including trade shows and webinars.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Renewable Energy Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in solar, renewable energy, or related technical sales environments.
• Strong technical understanding of structural or system design principles.
• Proven ability to engage and communicate effectively with technical and commercial stakeholders.
• Technical solution design and system integration knowledge.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.
• CRM proficiency and project management capability.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving and time management abilities.

Why Join?

You’ll join a respected global organization where innovation meets sustainability. Expect a supportive environment that values initiative, collaboration, and growth - giving you the platform to make a tangible impact on Australia’s renewable energy future.

Ready to energize your career? Apply now and help deliver the next generation of clean energy solutions.

Phone: 0485991211
Email: simon@runtimerec.com.au

 

 

Sales Engineer

Job Location: Brisbane, Queensland

Are you passionate about accelerating Australia’s green energy transition - and excited by the blend of engineering, innovation, and commercial growth?

Join a global leader in sustainable technology solutions known for its engineering excellence, strong market reputation, and commitment to empowering cleaner, smarter energy systems.

With a collaborative culture and growing presence across the Asia-Pacific region, this is your chance to be part of a mission that truly matters.

The Role

As a Sales Engineer, you’ll bridge the gap between technical expertise and commercial success. Partnering closely with a dedicated Account Manager, you’ll work with distributors, EPCs, and installers across Australia - providing tailored, engineering-led solutions for renewable energy projects.

Your role will focus on designing solutions, preparing technical proposals, and driving customer engagement to support business growth and project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Account Manager to achieve sales and revenue targets.
• Build and manage relationships with distributors, EPCs, and installation partners.
• Deliver technical support, solution design, and project quotations.
• Conduct product presentations, demonstrations, and client training sessions.
• Coordinate with internal engineering and operations teams to ensure project accuracy.
• Track opportunities through CRM systems and maintain up-to-date records.
• Support marketing and promotional activities including trade shows and webinars.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, or Renewable Energy Engineering (or equivalent).
• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in solar, renewable energy, or related technical sales environments.
• Strong technical understanding of structural or system design principles.
• Proven ability to engage and communicate effectively with technical and commercial stakeholders.
• Technical solution design and system integration knowledge.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client-facing skills.
• CRM proficiency and project management capability.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving and time management abilities.

Why Join?

You’ll join a respected global organization where innovation meets sustainability. Expect a supportive environment that values initiative, collaboration, and growth - giving you the platform to make a tangible impact on Australia’s renewable energy future.

Ready to energize your career? Apply now and help deliver the next generation of clean energy solutions.

Phone: 0485991211
Email: simon@runtimerec.com.au

 

 

Senior Electrical Engineer

Job Location: Melbourne, Victoria

Are you the kind of engineer who thrives when tackling complex power challenges - and loves seeing your designs come to life across real communities?

Join a high-performing team where your technical expertise and initiative are not just valued - they shape how power is delivered across Victoria’s growing suburbs. You’ll take the lead on major projects within the Powercor network, ensuring designs are practical, compliant, and future-ready.

Here, you’ll work on projects that make a visible difference, surrounded by a supportive team that gives you both freedom and backing to do meaningful, technically challenging work.


About the Role

As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you’ll be responsible for designing, developing, and delivering high-quality electrical systems - from concept through to completion. Your proven experience with VEDN and VESI design standards, particularly within the Powercor network, will be essential as you help drive key projects forward and mentor junior engineers.

If you’re looking for a role where you can make an impact from day one, this is it.


What You’ll Do

  • Lead the design of electrical systems including power distribution, lighting, and controls

  • Deliver compliant, high-quality designs that meet Victorian standards and project specifications

  • Apply your hands-on VEDN and VESI design experience (Powercor network preferred, others also valued)

  • Oversee multiple projects, ensuring timely delivery and technical excellence

  • Provide mentoring, guidance, and technical leadership to junior engineers

  • Conduct electrical calculations and ensure system efficiency and safety

  • Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal teams to maintain project alignment

  • Select appropriate components and materials to meet performance and budget goals

  • Participate in interdisciplinary design meetings and reviews

  • Research emerging technologies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

  • Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships


What You’ll Need

  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in Victorian URD and power distribution design

  • Proven VEDN and VESI design experience (Powercor network preferred)

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

  • Solid understanding of UG/OH electrical design and compliance requirements

  • Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, or similar CAD tools

  • Experience with SOC/PCN and Victorian electrical standards (desirable)

  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

  • Proficiency in MS Office and project tools (e.g., Wrike)

  • Current Victorian driver’s licence


Why Join?

  • Work on projects that shape Victoria’s power infrastructure

  • Join a high-performing team where your input is genuinely valued

  • Take ownership of your work - and see its real-world results

  • Continuous professional development and growth opportunities

If you’re ready to bring your expertise and engineering leadership to a team that values initiative and results - we’d love to hear from you.

 

Phone: 0485 991 211
Email: simon@runtimerec.com.au

 

 

Business Development Manager – BESS (NSW)

Job Location: Sydney, New South Wales

Lead the Charge in Energy Innovation - Take BESS Growth to the Next Level in NSW

Location: New South Wales, Australia

Are you ready to accelerate Australia’s clean energy transition - and take ownership of growth in one of the most dynamic sectors of the decade?

Join a market leader in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and portable power solutions, where innovation meets real-world impact. As a Business Development Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping how communities, industries, and cities store and use energy more intelligently.

This is your chance to lead growth across New South Wales - driving strategy, building partnerships, and expanding a portfolio that’s redefining what’s possible in renewable technology.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive salary package with clear pathways for growth
• A role with real impact in Australia’s clean energy future
• Work alongside industry experts in a fast-moving, supportive environment
• Freedom to shape your market strategy and make your mark

What You’ll Do

• Develop and deliver business strategies to grow market share for BESS and portable power products across NSW
• Build strong, trust-based relationships with distributors, EPCs, and key end-users
• Identify new business opportunities and drive long-term commercial partnerships
• Analyse market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities to sharpen positioning
• Represent the company at industry events and trade shows, championing innovative energy solutions
• Work cross-functionally with product and marketing teams to align commercial goals and product development

What You’ll Bring

• 5+ years in business development or technical sales, ideally in energy storage, renewables, or related technology sectors
• Proven success in building and converting sales pipelines within complex, B2B environments
• Deep understanding of Solar PV, ESS, and energy markets across Australia
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills
• A self-starter mindset with strategic thinking and a passion for driving sustainable innovation
• Willingness to travel within NSW and interstate as required

Be Part of the Energy Evolution

If you’re driven by purpose, thrive on challenge, and want to make a visible impact in Australia’s energy transformation - this role is for you.

Take the lead. Shape the market. Power the future.

Phone: 0485991211
Email: simon@runtimerec.com

 

 

Program Manager

Job Location: Melbourne, Victoria

Tired of the usual, traditional “just managing projects” type of role?

What if your next role wasn’t just about managing projects, but about shaping the future of mobility itself?

This is your chance to drive a portfolio of high-impact engineering programs for a global innovation business at the forefront of advanced technology. Here, you won’t just deliver outcomes - you’ll unify diverse teams, mitigate complexity, and build processes that set new industry benchmarks.

Location: Melbourne, Victoria

What’s in It for You

• Lead high-profile engineering programs that directly influence next-generation automotive solutions.
• Partner with global stakeholders across business development, engineering, finance, and manufacturing.
• Drive operational excellence while fostering innovation in a fast-paced, cutting-edge environment.
• Play a pivotal role in scaling program management frameworks across a growing international business.

What You’ll Do

• Program Leadership: Oversee cross-functional teams across software, hardware, and applications to deliver programs on time, within budget, and at quality.
• Stakeholder Management: Align with executives, product leaders, and technical teams to ensure shared objectives and transparency.
• Risk Management: Anticipate risks, develop mitigation strategies, and maintain program resilience.
• Resource Allocation: Establish program workload models and optimize resource utilization.
• Reporting & Documentation: Implement reporting structures and maintain clear project documentation.
• Continuous Improvement: Enhance processes across program and project management frameworks.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure deliverables meet the highest quality and regulatory standards.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Business, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 10+ years in program management within technology or automotive industries.
• Proven record delivering complex, global projects on a scale.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, Atlassian, and Siemens PLM tools.
• PMP certification (or equivalent) highly regarded.
• Strong technical acumen, able to engage with engineering teams at a deep level.
• Inspirational leadership with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to simplify complexity for diverse audiences.

If steering complex programs at the cutting edge of mobility excites you, this is your chance to shape the future - apply today and step into your next big leadership move.

Phone: 0485991211
Email: simon@runtimerec.com.au

 

 

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