Lead Engineer - Perth

• Step up to join the World's Most Sustainable Company!
• Rare leadership opportunity for the proven engineering professional!
• Malaga/Perth based - rewarding senior salary package + bonus + benefits!

About Us



We are your energy technology Partner. Schneider Electric is a global energy technology leader, driving efficiency and sustainability by electrifying, automating and digitalising industries, businesses, and homes. Its technologies enable buildings, data centers, factories, infrastructure, and grids to operate as open, interconnected ecosystems, enhancing performance, resilience, and sustainability. The portfolio includes intelligent devices, software-defined architectures, AI-powered systems, digital services, and expert advisory. With 160,000 employees and 1 million partners in over 100 countries, Schneider Electric is consistently ranked among the world's most sustainable companies.

In 2025 we were named in Australia's top 101 workplaces for women by WORK180 and we were also recognised as the World's Most Sustainable Corporation for 2025 by Corporate Knights. We are a truly global organisation, with Group Revenue of 40 billion in 2025 and 150,000+ employees spread across 100+ countries.


The Team

Our Industrial Automation team is focused on solutions that drive Automation, Electrification and Digital Intelligence in Industry, helping our Customers achieve greater resilience, competitiveness and sustainability within an industrial landscape that is rapidly evolving. As a proven market leader that supports various Customers (Energy, Mining, Metals, Food and Beverage, Water, Data Centers and Transport), we provide unique expertise across; Automation, Digitalisation, Industrial Intelligence, Software/AI and a range of Lifecycle Services and Advisory.

The Opportunity

Reporting to our National Engineering Manager and based at our Malaga (Perth) location, the Lead Engineer is a key technical leader within our Industry (Projects and Services) team and is responsible for the technical leadership of varied projects and services across our diverse portfolio including; design/development, testing, commissioning, maintenance and support of identified systems and/or components. You will make an Impact as a key interface with diverse Customers who will rely on your expertise as we provide solutions to help them navigate the complex New Energy Landscape.

This rarely available engineering leadership role will see you join a true market leader and a global organisation that maintains a growing footprint across a variety of critical markets. You will leverage your proven leadership experience, draw on your valued technical knowledge and deploy your passion for project delivery with an organisation that will provide you with all the tools to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical leadership and oversight in relation to the delivery of various projects and services across: Automation, Control Systems, Software, Digital Twin, Industrial Intelligence and other upcoming technical solutions as they come to market
• Lead project and services delivery including; planning, scheduling, resource allocation/utilisation and overall Customer delivery through proactive relationship management
• Oversee project tasks on-site, proactively ensuring all HSE and Quality requirements are met and manage key Customer relationships through high levels of agile service delivery
• Ensure adherence to relevant standards, procedures, productivity tools and other best practices within an organisation that embraces digital
• Promote our reputation as a market leading solutions provider, focusing on business opportunities and ensuring safe, on time and on budget completion of various technical projects
• Collaborate with various technical and non-technical stakeholders and related functions such as; Engineering, Sales, Pre-Sales, HSE, Supply Chain and others on a local and global scale
• Focus on Customer delivery and satisfaction as you utilise your experience to support; End Users, Partners, Vendors, Contractors and others that you influence in this role
• Ensure a level of Mastery within the team, actively developing new skills and ensuring that we are developing the workforce of the future through ongoing professional development opportunities

Ideal Candidate

• Tertiary qualifications in Engineering (Engineers Australia Certification is great)
• Previous experience delivering Industrial Automation Engineering projects with a strong focus on; control systems, digital solutions, ideally using Schneider Electric technology (AVEVA or Modicon)
• Strong understanding of industrial networking concepts including; switches, routers, firewalls, network architectures and familiarity with network security principles for industrial environments
• Domain experience to competently interpret process descriptions and to develop technical specifications and system designs
• Exposure to Industry 4.0 technologies (IoT, data analytics, edge computing), cloud integration and cybersecurity for industrial control systems is desirable
• Although not essential, those with an understanding of Schneider Electric offers, digital twins, machine learning applications, and advanced automation strategies will be viewed favourably

Apply Now! Don't feel like you need to tick every box - we would love to hear from you.

All applicants must have working rights in Australia at the time of application and will be required to provide documented evidence if selected for Interview.

Schneider Electric does not accept unsolicited resumes/candidate profiles from external agencies or suppliers via any method. If any candidates are submitted in an unsolicited manner, we will consider this as a direct candidate application to Schneider Electric and no fee will be payable.

Benefits of Working for Schneider Electric

We offer all our employees a chance to build your career within our global organisation. With our game changing 'Career Hub' you have the opportunity to; work on global projects, explore future roles or establish a mentorship to grow your skills. The opportunities are at your fingertips.

Additionally, we offer all our employees a chance to build your career within our global organisation. With our game changing 'Career Hub' you have the opportunity to; work on global projects, explore future roles or establish a mentorship to grow your skills. The opportunities are at your fingertips.

• Flex@Work - a proactive, supportive and inclusive approach to flexible work options
• FREE access to Coursera - online University to support your ongoing development
• Fitness Passport - focus on your health and wellbeing
• Share program with the option to participate and receive discounts and contributions
• Annual Leave purchasing options to ensure you have flexibility in your downtime
• Discounts at major vendors such as; Clipsal, JB-HiFi and Hoyts just to name a few through our employee rewards schemes
• Ongoing training and development on an expanding portfolio of Schneider products
• Join the World's Most Sustainable Company and known as a market leader
• Named as one of Glassdoor's Best Places to Work 2026
• Be part of an organisation that lives it's Values through Care and Inclusion

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Looking to make an IMPACT with your career?

When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values - Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork - starts with us.

IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world.

We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one.

Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric - apply today!

40 billion global revenue
+9% organic growth
150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled.

Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and 'inclusion' is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do.

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Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.

Client-provided location(s): Perth, Australia

Job ID: Schneider_Electric-https://careers.se.com/jobs/113110?lang=en-us

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2026-05-05T18:56:13