Electronics Team Lead – Melbourne

• Lead, grow and develop a high performing electronics team
• Specific industry experience not essential - utilise your leadership skills
• Move into an Engineering Management Role - be part of their executive team

Phillip Riley have been engaged by a leading clean energy technology company in Melbourne who are seeking an Electronics Team Lead to guide and grow its hardware engineering group. This business is developing next-generation storage systems and requires a leader who can keep projects on track, mentor a growing team, and still dip into the technical detail when needed.

The Role
The Team Lead will oversee a group of upto 8–10 engineers, with potentially more depending on individual project scope. While the company’s core work is in high-current power electronics and energy storage, candidates don’t need to come from this exact background. What matters is strong people leadership, a track record of delivering engineering outcomes, and the ability to keep projects aligned with commercial objectives.

The leadership style here is hands-on in terms of people and delivery, but flexible on technical involvement. You may be 90% focused on team and project management and 10% on design reviews or schematic input — or strike a different balance if that’s your preference. The important piece is ensuring the team executes effectively and grows in capability.

This role has a clear career path. The expectation is for this position to evolve into an Engineering Manager role, with broader leadership responsibilities as the business scales. It’s also an ideal step-up for senior or principal engineers looking to transition into formal team leadership.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience leading electronics/hardware engineers — either as a senior/principal engineer, team leader, technical PM or engineering manager.
• Strong project delivery skills: able to balance technical priorities with commercial outcomes.
• Comfortable managing people — setting expectations, mentoring, and supporting growth.
• Electronics design background – any sector considered, and experience in Energy storage or Power Electronics is not essential.
• Suitable for senior/principal engineers seeking a first leadership role, as well as established managers ready for a new challenge.

Why Apply
This is a chance to join a growing clean energy business at a pivotal point in its expansion. You’ll shape an engineering team, influence how projects are delivered, and position yourself for an Engineering Manager role.

The role offers a central Melbourne CBD office, flexible work arrangements, and a competitive salary package that includes employee share options. The business champion diversity, equality and a welcoming culture to ensure employee’s feel genuinely comfortable within the business.

How to apply
Please "Apply Now" to submit a copy of your updated resume.

If you require more information or would like a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Laurence Bromley on laurence@phillipriley.com.au or (08) 6182 2676.