Quality Engineer

Fluence Energy Pty Ltd.; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Hybrid work arrangements

Parental leave

Phone allowance

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Fluence Energy Pty Ltd. is seeking a Quality Engineer to drive quality excellence across our energy storage solutions throughout the product lifecycle.

You will lead quality investigations, resolve non-conformances, drive CAPAs, and support product readiness and continuous improvement in a global, cross-functional environment. The role requires 5–12 years in quality or engineering within manufacturing or renewables, with strong analytical skills and the ability to travel 30–50% across APAC to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quality Management, or related дисципline.
• 5–12 years' experience in Quality, Engineering, or Operations in manufacturing, renewables, or related industry.
• Experience managing non-conformances and leading issue resolution across cross-functional or global teams.
• Experience with quality systems, risk management frameworks, and continuous improvement programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations, prioritisation, and resolution of quality issues with CAPAs.
• Manage non-conformances and quality backlogs, improve processes and reporting.
• Analyse quality data (NCRs, CAPAs, JIRAs) to identify trends and risks.
• Maintain quality documentation, inspection records, test reports, and compliance docs.
• Support testing, validation, commissioning, and operational readiness for BESS.
• Partner with Product Development, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Projects.
• Drive data-led quality improvements through analytics and risk assessment.

Skills

CAPA leadership

Non-conformances

Data analytics

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Quality

Tools

Quality systems

Risk management

Job description

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.

Job Description: The Quality Engineer is responsible for driving quality excellence across Fluence's energy storage solutions throughout the product lifecycle, from design and product development through commissioning, operations, warranty, and sustaining support. Working closely with global cross-functional teams, this role leads quality investigations, resolves non-conformances, drives corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and supports product readiness, continuous improvement, and risk-based decision-making to ensure safe, reliable, and high-performing products.

Responsibilities

• Lead the investigation, prioritisation, and resolution of quality issues, driving effective CAPAs and reducing recurring failures.
• Manage non-conformances, quality intake systems, and quality backlogs while improving quality processes and reporting.
• Analyse quality data (NCRs, CAPAs, JIRAs and other quality records) to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
• Maintain quality documentation, inspection records, test reports, and compliance-related documentation.
• Support testing, validation, commissioning, and operational readiness activities for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Partner with Product Development, Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Project teams to support product launches and lifecycle quality management.
• Drive data-led quality improvements through analytics, risk assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Quality Management, or a related discipline.
• 5-12 years' experience in Quality, Engineering, or Operations within manufacturing, renewable energy, or a related industry.
• Experience managing non-conformances and leading issue resolution across cross-functional or global teams.
• Knowledge in at least two of the following areas: Batteries, Software & Controls, Inverters, Transformers, Electrical Systems, Mechanical Systems, Civil & Structural Systems.
• Experience developing quality systems, risk management frameworks, and continuous improvement programs.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Experience supporting product launches, product readiness reviews, and lifecycle quality management.
• Understanding of change control, validation, compliance, and risk mitigation processes.
• Experience within large-scale renewable energy projects (100MW+) or similarly complex infrastructure environments is advantageous.
• Ability to travel 30-50% across APAC to support supplier engagements and Fluence sites.

Additional Requirements

• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate and influence across global teams.
• Experience supporting customer-facing projects and working across Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations functions.
• Knowledge of supplier quality and supply chain quality processes.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to interpret contractual obligations and business impacts.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and organisational skills.
• Demonstrated curiosity, adaptability, and commitment to continuous improvement.
• A strong commitment to safety, quality, integrity, and accountability.

Our Culture

At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We're committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.

Why join Fluence?

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid options
• Inclusive paid parental leave to support caregivers
• Mobile phone allowance
• Performance-based bonus opportunities that recognise impact
• A collaborative, innovative culture where you can learn and thrive

Inclusion and diversity

At Fluence, we're building a workplace where everyone can do their best work—and belong. We welcome different perspectives and lived experiences, because they help us solve complex problems and deliver better outcomes.

We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

We are committed to a workplace that reflects the communities we serve.