Solution Designer

1 week ago

Blackburn South, Victoria, Australia AutoNest Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

 Solution Designer & Technical Lead (Full-Time)

Location:
 Melbourne or Sydney (Hybrid – remote working, on premises at company site in Melbourne; customer site visits required)

 About AutoNest

AutoNest is a premium smart home automation company redefining how Australians experience comfort, convenience, and control in their homes. We design, install, and support intelligent home automation solutions—integrating lighting, climate, security, AV, cinema, blinds, intercom, and energy management into a single, seamless system.

Our flagship experience home in Torquay doubles as a liveable showroom and luxury Airbnb, allowing clients to interact with automation in a natural, lived-in setting. We work closely with builders, developers, designers, and homeowners to deliver beautifully considered solutions, from compact room upgrades to whole-home and commercial installations.

AutoNest blends technical depth, design elegance, and customer obsession to create homes that think for you, adapt to your lifestyle, and elevate everyday living.

 Our Mission

We believe that true smart homes aren't just filled with gadgets—they're thoughtfully designed environments that anticipate your needs, simplify your day, and bring joy through seamless technology. Our mission is to make intelligent living accessible, elegant, and intuitive—one home at a time.

About the Role

We're seeking a technically brilliant and detail-driven Solution Designer & Technical Lead
 to lead the end-to-end design and delivery of premium smart home systems. You will work closely with our team, installers, programmers, and clients to ensure every system is elegantly designed, functionally sound, and a delight to live with.

This role owns the technical blueprint across lighting, AV, climate, security, intercom, and automation controls. You'll define how we wire, how we design, and how we deliver. It is a blend of design leadership, hands-on technical work, and customer-facing collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead solution architecture for home automation projects, from builder drawings to final install packs
  • Prepare detailed system designs, schematics, rack layouts, cabling diagrams, and component lists
  • Define and maintain AutoNest design standards, installation templates and technical documentation
  • Translate builder plans and client briefs into scalable, buildable solutions
  • Liaise with installers, programmers and clients to ensure end-to-end execution quality
  • Review product compatibility, part availability, and integration risks before project kick-off
  • Lead technical handovers and assist in troubleshooting escalations on-site or remotely
  • Contribute to R&D, testing of new products, and continuous improvement of our offerings

Skills & Experience

  • 3+ years in AV, control systems, Engineering, Home Automation, or similar technical design roles
  • Strong knowledge of smart home platforms (Control4, Savant, KNX, Home Assistant, Lutron, etc…)
  • Ability to produce clear, professional system drawings using 

     and/or 
    CAD tools
     (desired)
  • Desirable: Programming, Computer Science, Engineering, AV or Control Systems background
  • Customer service or client-facing experience is highly regarded
  • Excellent problem-solving and documentation skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication; comfortable engaging directly with customers, builders and trades on-site

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