Graduate Electronics and Electrical Engineer

environmentjobs.com; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work Model

Flexibility for part-time options

25 days annual leave with Half-Day-Fri

Parental Leave: 15 weeks primary, 5 in

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Stock Option Plan

Job summary

Allume Energy, a Melbourne-based hardware/software company, is seeking a Graduate Electronics and Electrical Engineer to contribute to the SolShare platform. The role offers hands-on product development from concept through in-market support, with a fast-growing team and a flat structure.

You will work on analog/digital circuits, testing, data sheets, and documentation while learning new tools, architectures, and engineering methods in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of analog and digital circuit design; experience with LTspice or similar simulators.
• Experience with standard test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, function generators, lab supplies).
• Ability to read datasheets and write clear lab notes and test reports.
• Structured debugging approach and proactive learning mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support Product team in new product development and design reviews.
• Assist electronics sub-system design, prototyping, and testing.
• Support manufacturing with production tester development and documentation.
• Develop and execute product verification test plans.
• Maintain safety protocols in build/test labs.
• Champion Allume’s values and collaborate with the team.

Skills

Analog & Digital Design

Circuit theory & simulation

Test equipment proficiency

Schematic reading/writing

Hardware debugging

Curiosity & quick learning

I2C/SPI/UART/CAN knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

LTspice

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Soldering (through-hole & SMD)

Altium Designer

Job description

Graduate Electronics and Electrical Engineer

Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000 base + super (depending on experience)

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Allume Energy is an endorsed employer for women by WORK180. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all genders, ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. We are committed to equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any special requests or accessibility requirements throughout the recruitment process, please advise us at the time of application and we will adjust to meet your needs.

Company Background
At Allume Energy, we believe clean energy should be accessible to everyone, no matter where they live. We’re a Melbourne-based technology company focused on unlocking solar access for apartments and multi‑tenanted buildings. Our world-first hardware and software product, SolShare, is a powerful solution to an emerging energy equity issue and reducing global carbon emissions. Built here in Melbourne, SolShare has connected over 12,000 apartments to rooftop solar across Australia, the UK and the US. We are doubling our installation base each year and have ambition to connect over 100,000 apartments to solar by 2029. Our dedication to this cause flows through everything that we do, fostering a culture where everyone is committed to making a difference.

What We Offer

• Hybrid Work: This role is based in our Melbourne office and follows a hybrid working model. While you’ll have the flexibility to work from home, we look forward to seeing you in the office regularly to connect with the team.
• Flexibility: Our preference is for this role to be full time, however if you are returning to work or want to focus more time on life outside of work, we would love for you to apply! We understand part-time may look different to everyone, and we look forward to discussing what might suit you best.
• Leave & Wellbeing: 25 days (5 weeks) of annual leave and a "Half-Day Friday" every fortnight where the whole team logs off at lunch.
• Progressive Parental Leave: 15 weeks paid leave for primary carers and 5 weeks for secondary carers (no minimum tenure required).
• Wellbeing: Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
• Options: ESOP (Employee Stock Option Plan) allocation available.

About the Role
Allume’s product spans the mechanical, electrical, electronics, firmware and web software engineering disciplines. We are looking for a capable and passionate graduate electronics engineer that wants to grow their skills in product development from initial concept through to in‑market support. The role will require a desire to learn while applying your knowledge to real world technical challenges. Candidates should be excited by the opportunity to be a contributor to the products’ electronics hardware within a small fast‑growing product business, with a flat organisational structure and opportunity for professional growth.

What You Will Bring
We encourage graduates to apply if you have some of the below skills and are keen to develop further.

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering or a related discipline
• Understanding of analog and digital circuit design, with experience using simulation tools (eg LTspice)
• Experience using standard electronic test equipment, including digital oscilloscopes, multimeters, function generators, and laboratory power supplies. Basic through-hole and SMD soldering skills.
• Ability to read datasheets accurately and write clear technical documentation, lab notes, or test reports.
• Structured, methodical approach to debugging and troubleshooting hardware flaws.
• Strong curiosity and a proactive drive to learn new tools, architectures, and engineering methodologies on the job.

Nice to Have

• Experience with schematic capture and PCB design tools, Altium Designer preferred
• Ability to clearly explain technical issues to both engineering peers and non‑technical team members
• Experience with or knowledge of mains electrical systems, with particular focus on renewable energy industry
• Experience with or exposure to hardware communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, or CAN bus.
• Ability to write Python scripts or embedded (C, C++) for test automation, data logging, or parsing data from hardware interfaces.
• Experience with 3D printing or basic mechanical design prototyping to house electronic assemblies, Solidworks or Fusion360 preferred.

You don't need to tick every box here – if you're excited about the role, we'd love to hear from you.

Roles and Responsibilities
This position offers an opportunity to develop your skills while supporting product development in a growing market. Key responsibilities include:

• Support Product team in new product development activities, including design & component review, procurement and prototyping
• Support delivery of electronics sub‑system design, prototype & test for new product
• Support manufacture of product in market through production tester development, documentation and maintenance
• Develop test plans and execute product verification protocols
• Support the engineering team in managing the build and test lab space maintaining electrical safety protocols
• Advocating Allume’s values, taking on and providing feedback to the team.

Right to Work
To be considered for this role, you must have valid, unrestricted work rights in Australia. Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.

Recruitment process
We endeavour to respond to your application within 2 weeks of submission to advise you of the outcome. We expect that the full recruitment process will take 4-6 weeks however this is subject to change.