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Engineering Software Test Manager

Software Test Engineer 10+ Years Exp
Job Location: Melbourne, Victoria

Ready to take the lead in shaping world-class software testing for safety-critical systems?

We’re seeking an Engineering Software Test Manager to build and guide a high-performing global team, driving excellence in verification and validation across complex embedded and application-level software. 

This is a leadership role where your expertise in safety standards and process improvement will set the benchmark for software quality in advanced technology systems.

Location: Melbourne, Victoria

What’s in it for you:

• Lead and grow a global team with real influence on strategy and standards.
• Drive safety-critical testing at scale in a senior leadership role.
• Work with advanced technology in an environment that values innovation.
• A platform to make a measurable impact and shape your next career chapter.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a geographically distributed team of software test engineers.
• Define and implement robust test strategies aligned with international safety standards (ISO 13849, IEC 61508, ISO 26262).
• Oversee test design, automation, execution, and defect management.
• Drive compliance with certification and audit requirements, supporting external assessments.
• Establish and maintain global testing processes, frameworks, and CI/CT pipelines.
• Partner with development, systems, and quality teams to integrate testing seamlessly across functions.
• Provide technical leadership on risk analysis (FMEA/FTA) and safety validation activities.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related.
• 10+ years in software testing/QA, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong background in safety-critical systems testing under ISO 13849, IEC 61508, or ISO 26262.
• Proven experience leading multicultural, distributed teams.
• Technical expertise in embedded systems, safety validation, automation, and CI/CD environments.
• Skilled in tools such as DOORS, Polarion, Jira, or ALM.

Why Join?

This opportunity is ideal for an experienced leader ready to take on a new challenge - driving testing strategies at scale, guiding global teams, and setting benchmarks in safety and quality. If you’re considering a transition to a role where your leadership can make a measurable impact, this position offers that platform.

Ready to take your leadership to the next level? Apply now and lead the way in safety-critical software testing.

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

 

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Director Of Systems And Software Engineering

Systems Engineer Software Engineer 10+ Years Exp
Job Location: Melbourne, Victoria

Is it time to move into a role where your decisions set the standard for software and systems?

We’re looking for a Director of Systems and Software Engineering to lead the design, development, and delivery of safety-rated systems and software for next-generation technology solutions. 

This is a senior leadership role where you’ll define strategy, build world-class teams, and ensure excellence in engineering execution across distributed global operations.

Location: Melbourne, Victoria

What’s in it for you:

• A senior platform to set global engineering strategy and execution.
• The opportunity to build and lead diverse, high-performing teams worldwide.
• Influence over safety-critical systems used in advanced technology industries.
• A role where your leadership drives innovation, compliance, and long-term impact.

What You’ll Do:

• Define and execute the global systems and software engineering strategy.
• Lead, mentor, and grow a high-performing, diverse team across multiple geographies.
• Own the end-to-end lifecycle for safety-rated systems and software - from requirements and architecture through to integration and verification.
• Ensure compliance with international functional safety and regulatory standards.
• Partner with cross-functional leaders to deliver fully integrated technology solutions.
• Drive technical excellence through robust processes, toolchains, and workflows.
• Manage offshore vendors and outsourced partners, ensuring quality, compliance, and cost efficiency.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related.
• 10+ years in software/systems engineering, with at least 5 years in senior leadership.
• Proven track record delivering safety-rated systems in industries such as automotive, aerospace, rail, or robotics.
• Expertise in embedded systems, real-time software, and systems integration.
• Strong knowledge of requirements management, model-based design, CI/CD, and test automation.
• Experience scaling distributed, global engineering organizations.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Why Join:

This is more than a leadership role. It’s a chance to shape how cutting-edge systems and software are designed, built, and delivered on a global stage. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking environment where innovation, safety, and collaboration are at the core, and where your expertise will directly impact the future of advanced technologies.

Ready to lead at scale? Apply now and make your mark.

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

 

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RF Engineer

RF Engineer 5-10 Years Exp
Job Location: Nowra, New South Wales

Join a leading defence innovator shaping the future of RF and Electronic Warfare technology.

Design, develop, and test advanced RF and Electronic Warfare systems, including radar and simulator technologies, supporting high-priority defence programs and new R&D initiatives.

Location: NSW

 

Essentials:

  • Defence experience in RF, EW, radar, and simulator systems.
  • Skilled in defence-grade technical documentation and design reviews.
  • 8+ years in electronic hardware and RF design.
  • Proficiency in risk/change documentation.
  • Experience testing equipment for land and sea operations.
  • Skills in upgrading existing RF/EW systems and developing new ones.
  • Ability to select components/materials for defence applications.
  • Eligible for security clearance.

 

Desirable:

  • Knowledge of EMC, safety, reliability, and thermal compliance.
  • Engineers Australia Chartered or equivalent.
  • Degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent.

 

Ready to shape Australia’s next generation of RF and EW systems?

Let's chat:

E: aldwin@runtimerec.com

P: 0485988800

 

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CNC Machinist

CNC Machinist CNC Programmer 2-5 Years Exp
Job Location: Bendigo, Victoria

Are you a CNC Machinist who wants more than just pushing buttons?

This role gives you full ownership of the CNC process - from setup and operation to programming and problem-solving.

A great opportunity for someone who wants autonomy, variety, and a supportive team environment.

Location: Greater Melbourne

What’s in it for you:

• Autonomy to run, set up, and program CNC machines from start to finish
• Variety of work across different projects - not the same component every day
• Supportive team culture with strong leadership and a family-like environment
• Competitive salary package - employees are well valued

What you’ll do:

• Operate and set up CNC machines to deliver high-quality components
• Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Perform precision measurements and quality checks
• Support continuous improvement and safe work practices
Assist with programming and troubleshooting when needed

What you’ll need:

• Trade qualification or equivalent CNC machining experience (lathe and/or milling)
• Strong CNC programming skills (Okuma OSP800 highly regarded)
• Ability to use Autodesk (desirable)
• Mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving ability
• Commitment to safety, quality, and effective communication
Forklift license

If you’re a CNC Machinist looking for a role with ownership, variety, and stability, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.

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

 

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Senior Software Team Leader

Software Team Lead 10+ Years Exp
Job Location: Melbourne, Victoria

Our client is looking for a Senior Software Engineer with leadership capability to help drive the next evolution of their embedded systems platform. This role isn’t just about clean code, it’s about team direction, system-level thinking, and preparing to take the reins as part of a long-term succession plan.

You’ll lead the software team, ensure delivery of complex embedded systems, and bring a calm, mature presence to an engineering team that values structure, thoughtful planning, and real-world execution.

This is the ideal move for a senior engineer who still enjoys hands-on development but is ready to step into team leadership and cross-functional planning.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead a small team of embedded software engineers working on tightly integrated hardware-software products

  • Own software architecture and delivery plans across firmware, drivers, and middleware layers

  • Drive structured development practices (primarily waterfall/V-model) across the full lifecycle

  • Mentor and develop junior engineers while keeping a strong handle on delivery quality and timing

  • Collaborate with electronics, systems, and mechanical engineers to ensure architectural alignment

  • Engage in succession planning, with the potential to grow into a broader engineering manager role

What We’re Looking For

Our client isn’t chasing Agile evangelists or startup heroes. They want a grounded, experienced engineer who understands the real-world trade-offs of embedded delivery and enjoys bringing order to complexity.

Required:

  • Strong embedded systems background — C/C++ for microcontrollers, real-time systems, peripherals, and constrained environments

  • Experience delivering systems in regulated or high-reliability industries (e.g. medtech, industrial, instrumentation)

  • Comfortable with structured software development, waterfall or V-model (Agile is fine, but not your only playbook)

  • Ability to lead small teams, mentor less experienced developers, and maintain delivery accountability

  • Strong system architecture capability, you see beyond your code and care about product-wide implications

  • Emotional intelligence, maturity, and the ability to work well across a range of personalities

What Happened Before You

The outgoing team lead was technically excellent and a capable mentor, but didn’t enjoy the leadership side of the role. He preferred hands-on coding over system-level planning and leaned heavily on Agile practices that didn’t align with the structured development model in place. Ultimately, he opted out of project coordination and planning responsibilities.

This creates space for someone with balance — strong technically, but also structured, delivery-focused, and ready to lead.

Why This Role Matters

This isn’t just a senior dev role. It’s a foundational hire tied directly to our client’s long-term engineering leadership succession. If you’ve ever wanted to step into more strategic leadership without giving up the engineering you love, this is the opportunity.

You’ll help shape how the team delivers complex systems — not just now, but for years to come.

Why Join Them?

  • Engineering-led mindset – They respect the build process. Real timelines, real structure, no fluff.

  • Leadership runway - This role has clear progression into broader engineering management

  • Tight-knit, cross-functional team - Your decisions will ripple across real products, not get buried in a sprint backlog

  • Clarity, not chaos - No constant pivots. The team builds structured systems that work — and plans them properly.

Interested?

Click the apply button or send your resume to lance@runtimerec.com for an immediate response.

 

 

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Senior Electronic Engineer

Electronics Engineer 10+ Years Exp
Job Location: Melbourne, Victoria

Our client is hiring a Senior Electronics Engineer as part of a planned succession strategy for their long-time engineering lead. This role is ideal for someone technically grounded, emotionally intelligent, and ready to take on broader leadership responsibilities.

You’ll lead the electronics function, contribute to multidisciplinary planning, and help shape the company’s engineering culture as it enters a new phase of growth.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the electronics team across a growing portfolio of embedded and mechatronic products

  • Drive project planning, hardware architecture, and structured product delivery within a waterfall-style framework

  • Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, offering both technical guidance and soft-skill development

  • Collaborate with software, mechanical, and systems teams to ensure cross-discipline cohesion

  • Influence long-term technical strategy as part of a broader engineering leadership group

  • Over time, transition into a broader engineering manager role if desired

What We’re Looking For

Required:

  • Deep experience in embedded electronics, including power systems, signal integrity, EMC, microcontrollers, and low-level firmware

  • Strong working knowledge of structured development (e.g., waterfall, V-models)

  • Ability to architect systems, own delivery plans, and coordinate effectively with other engineering teams

  • High emotional intelligence, you can build trust, mentor juniors, and work well with a range of personalities

  • Proven experience leading or mentoring teams

  • Comfortable stepping into cross-functional leadership over time

The Backstory: Why This Role Matters

The outgoing software & electronics lead was a strong technical contributor and thoughtful mentor, but ultimately stepped back from project planning and coordination responsibilities. This creates an opportunity to bring in a more structured leader, someone confident in systems planning and comfortable shaping cross-functional delivery.

This is a foundational hire tied directly to our client’s long-term succession plan,  someone who can grow with the company and influence how things are built and delivered going forward.

Why Join Them

  • Long runway, real ownership – This is a leadership track with clear progression, not just a senior dev role

  • Engineering-led culture – No fluff, just well-planned, well-executed product development

  • Meaningful product impact – The work you do will shape real-world systems

  • Backed by experience – Join a team of capable engineers with the space to build the right way

Next Steps

Sound like you?

Click the apply button or send your resume to lance@runtimerec.com for an immediate response.

 

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Embedded Software Engineer – Contract

Firmware Engineer 5-10 Years Exp
Job Location: Melbourne, Victoria



Power the Future. Shape the World.

Join a global leader in renewable energy on a 6-month contract and be part of a mission that’s transforming the way the world stores and uses clean power. This is your chance to engineer solutions that directly drive a cleaner, greener future – and see your work make a global impact.

We’re looking for an Embedded Software Engineer who enjoys taking ideas from concept all the way to production-ready firmware. You’ll be at the heart of developing the control software for the next generation of advanced energy storage products - making sure the code is efficient, reliable, and ready for real-world deployment.

Location: Melbourne, Victoria

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Work on industry-shaping projects in energy storage and renewable power
• Learn from and collaborate with seasoned engineering leaders
• Enjoy opportunities to explore different business areas in a fast-growing global company

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Turning product concepts into well-structured C/C++ code (mainly for STM32 platforms).
• Writing and optimising firmware to handle signal processing, filtering, and system communications.
• Working closely with hardware and broader engineering teams to refine and integrate system designs.
• Carrying out both automated and hands-on testing, plus documenting test outcomes.
• Taking ownership of firmware development for energy storage applications.
• Getting involved in product research and early-stage development ideas.
• Supporting broader technology initiatives across ESS and inverter systems.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Computer Science, Electronics Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years’ solid experience with embedded software, ideally on STM32, ESP32 or similar platforms.
• Strong background in signal processing (analog and digital).
• Hands-on knowledge of embedded comms protocols (Ethernet, USB, CAN, SPI, I²C, Modbus).
• Experience with low-level topics like watchdogs, memory management, error handling.
• Understanding of software development approaches (Agile, Waterfall, V-Model).
• Comfortable bridging hardware and software - from firmware to debugging to lab bench work (rig build, soldering, characterisation, failure analysis).
• Confident in technical writing and producing test documentation.

Nice To Have:

• Background in PV inverters, ESS, or battery management systems.
•Familiarity with high-voltage AC/DC systems and safe working practices.
•Knowledge of mobile app or cloud integration.
•Broader exposure to hardware design or full-stack IoT solutions.
Strong embedded C/C++ skills on STM32/ESP32 platforms.

This is more than a job - it’s your chance to put your code into products that power homes, cities, and the future.

Be part of the change. Apply today.

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

 

 

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Project Engineer

Project Engineer 5-10 Years Exp
Job Location: Nowra, New South Wales

Lead defence engineering projects from concept to deployment, delivering mission-critical solutions.

Manage defence engineering projects from concept through production, balancing long-term programs with new R&D initiatives, delivering to defence-grade standards.

Location: NSW

 

Essentials:

  • Strong defence-grade documentation and compliance skills.
  • R&D lifecycle expertise, from concept to production.
  • Recent project management in technical/defence environments.
  • Defence industry delivery experience.
  • Proficiency in risk/change control documentation.
  • Background in systems integration or electronics manufacturing.
  • Experience managing multiple defence projects at the same time.
  • Security clearance eligibility.

 

Desirable:

  • Engineers Australia Chartered or equivalent.
  • Strong collaboration skills across engineering disciplines.
  • Degree in Electronics or Systems Engineering.

 

Drive complex defence projects from idea to reality.

 

Let's chat:

E: aldwin@runtimerec.com

P: 0485988800

 

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Business Development Manager – ESS

Business Development Manager 5-10 Years Exp
Job Location: Melbourne, Victoria

Drive the Future of Energy - Lead Growth Where Innovation Meets Impact

Are you ready to take ownership of growth in one of the most exciting sectors in energy tech? This is your opportunity to shape the commercial direction of a fast-evolving portfolio in Energy Storage Systems and portable power solutions.

We’re looking for a Business Development Manager who brings strategic thinking, market insight, and a proven ability to open doors and build lasting partnerships. You’ll play a key role in expanding market share, deepening customer relationships, and championing products that are redefining how energy is stored, moved, and used.

Location: Melbourne, Australia

What's in it for you:

Competitive pay and career growth opportunities
Collaborative, sustainable work environment

What you'll do:

Develop and execute business plans to exceed sales targets for ESS and portable battery products.
Build strong relationships with distributors, dealers, and end-users to drive revenue and brand growth.
Serve as primary contact for key accounts, ensuring client satisfaction and long-term partnerships.
Conduct market analysis to identify trends, customer needs, and competitive advantages.
Collaborate with marketing on campaigns and represent the company at industry events.
Provide product feedback to R&D and identify opportunities for cross-selling and product expansion.

What you'll need:

5+ years in business development or sales focused on renewable energy, technology, and market expansion.
Proven track record of exceeding sales targets with a strategic, results-driven approach.
In-depth knowledge of Solar PV, Energy Storage Systems (ESS), and portable power markets.
Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills for closing high-value deals.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities for tailored solutions and market adaptation.
Self-motivated, independent worker and team player; open to domestic and international travel

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the energy sector - while being backed by a collaborative, forward-thinking team - we want to hear from you.

Apply now and take the lead in growing technologies that power a more sustainable tomorrow.

Phone: 0485991211
Email: simon@runtimerec.com

Note: This role is open to candidates based in Australia with full working rights.

 

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Service Engineer

Service Engineer 2-5 Years Exp
Job Location: Melbourne, Victoria

Power Smarter Systems. Drive Real-World Impact.

Do you thrive on solving complex problems and improving the technology that powers a more sustainable world?

If you’re well-versed in energy storage systems, inverters, and solar technologies - and want to take your skills to the next level - this role is built for you.

We’re looking for a Service Engineer who combines deep technical knowledge with a sharp eye for system-level improvements. From root cause analysis to fleet monitoring and team training, you'll play a vital role in keeping cutting-edge energy systems running at their best.

Location: Melbourne, Victoria

What’s in it for you:

• Make an impact on sustainable initiatives.
• Drive innovation in energy technology.
• Work alongside a dedicated team.
• Explore growth opportunities in a supportive setting.

What you’ll do:

• Assist the Technical Support team by addressing engineering escalations.
• Perform Root Cause Analysis on company products to detect failure patterns, collaborating with the Product Engineering team to resolve issues and apply insights to future product designs.
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for company products, providing guidance and answering questions from cross-functional teams.
• Capture product insights in a knowledge base and deliver training to the Technical Support team to ensure they are fully prepared.
• Build data analysis pipelines to automate the diagnosis and ticketing of known product issues. Create dashboards for Product Engineering and Technical Support to monitor fleet performance.

What you’ll need:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical preferred), Mechanical, or a closely related discipline.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in roles like Service Engineer or Technical Support Engineer, with a deep understanding of energy storage systems and their technical support needs.
• Strong expertise in residential solar inverters (grid-tied and hybrid topologies), solar system configurations, and related support requirements.
• Comprehensive knowledge of residential battery products, installation methods, and corresponding support requirements.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying technical information clearly to non-technical stakeholders.

If you're ready to move beyond reactive support and into a role where your insights directly shape product performance and customer satisfaction - apply now and help deliver the future of energy, one solution at a time.

Phone: 0485991211
Email: simon@runtimerec.com

Note: This role is open only to candidates based in Australia with full working rights.

 

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