Job Description

Manager of Engineering - Renewable Energy Systems

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Acacia Energy designs, delivers and operates integrated renewable energy systems for commercial and industrial customers across Australia.

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Our solutions combine solar, battery storage, generation, controllable loads and energy-market participation. Our proprietary powerXchange platform monitors, controls and optimises distributed energy assets to reduce costs, manage demand and improve energy resilience.

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About the Role

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Acacia Energy is seeking an accomplished electrical Engineering Manager to join our growing team in Mulgrave, Victoria. This full-time leadership role offers the opportunity to shape the engineering capability of an established and expanding energy solutions business utilizing our proprietary powerXchange control technology delivering grid-connected projects across Australia.

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This is a pivotal role for an experienced engineering professional who combines strong technical capability with commercial judgement, practical project experience and the ability to develop high-performing teams. You will work closely with clients, network service providers, equipment suppliers and internal delivery teams, translating complex technical requirements into commercially viable and innovative energy solutions.

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For the right candidate, this is an opportunity to play a central role in Acacia Energy's continued growth and to help deliver some of Australia's most progressive commercial and industrial energy projects.

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The salary package is negotiable for the right candidate.

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About Acacia Energy

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Acacia Energy designs, delivers and operates integrated renewable energy systems for commercial and industrial customers across Australia.

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Our solutions combine solar, battery storage, generation, controllable loads and energy-market participation. Our proprietary powerXchange platform monitors, controls and optimises distributed energy assets to reduce costs, manage demand and improve energy resilience.

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About the Role

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Acacia Energy is seeking an accomplished electrical Engineering Manager to join our growing team in Mulgrave, Victoria. This full-time leadership role offers the opportunity to shape the engineering capability of an established and expanding energy solutions business utilizing our proprietary powerXchange control technology delivering grid-connected projects across Australia.

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This is a pivotal role for an experienced engineering professional who combines strong technical capability with commercial judgement, practical project experience and the ability to develop high-performing teams. You will work closely with clients, network service providers, equipment suppliers and internal delivery teams, translating complex technical requirements into commercially viable and innovative energy solutions.

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For the right candidate, this is an opportunity to play a central role in Acacia Energy's continued growth and to help deliver some of Australia's most progressive commercial and industrial energy projects.

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The salary package is negotiable for the right candidate.

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Key responsibilities

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- Lead the engineering and technical delivery of commercial battery, solar, generation, microgrid and hybrid-energy projects.
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- Own the design and integration of SCADA, PLC, EMS, metering, communications and site-control architectures.
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- Direct the ongoing development, reliability and technical roadmap of Acacia Energy's powerXchange orchestration platform.
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- Integrate batteries, generators, solar, controllable loads and third-party systems into secure, coordinated operating environments.
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- Manage DNSP connection applications, electrical studies, protection systems, regulatory compliance and network-service requirements.
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- Oversee technical documentation, procurement support, factory and site testing, commissioning, performance verification and software releases.
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- Establish engineering standards, quality and safety controls, while recruiting, developing and leading a high-performing engineering team.
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What we're looking for

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- Degree-qualified Electrical Engineer, with strong grounding in power systems, controls or industrial automation.
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- At least 4–5 years' engineering experience, including 2–3 years leading or supervising technical teams.
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- Skilled across SCADA, PLCs, communications, metering, protection systems and equipment integration.
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- Understanding of protection systems for embedded generation – experience with SEL and COMAP favoured
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- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to recruit, mentor and develop high-performing engineering personnel.
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- A current A-Grade Electrical Licence will be highly regarded but not essential.
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- Commercially astute, with sound judgement, problem-solving capability and experience managing budgets, resources and technical risk.
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- Excellent stakeholder communication skills, supported by a strong understanding of safety, environmental and regulatory compliance; professional registration is preferred.
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What we offer you

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- A senior leadership role with genuine influence over Acacia Energy's engineering capability, technology roadmap and project delivery.
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- The opportunity to work across advanced battery, microgrid, SCADA, PLC and energy-orchestration projects.
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- Competitive remuneration and superannuation, aligned with your experience and technical capability.
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- Ongoing professional development, industry engagement and support for relevant engineering accreditation.
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- A team-oriented, practical and innovative workplace where technical excellence and sound judgement are valued.
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- Flexible working arrangements where operational and project requirements allow, supporting a sustainable work-life balance.
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📌 Manager of Engineering - Renewable Energy Systems (Yallourn)
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