Business Development Manager – Energy Automation

About Us

Our
Digital Power
division is driving the transformation of power systems through intelligent design, data-driven insight, and world-class engineering. At Schneider Electric, we are shaping the future of energy, and we're looking for a high-impact Business Development Manager to help us lead that change. We call it Life Is On.

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• €38B global revenue in 2024 — and growing

This is not a maintenance role. This is a growth engine. You will be the driving force behind identifying, shaping, and securing new opportunities in energy automation, power distribution, and digital solutions — with a focus on Electrical SCADA systems, software integration, and the renewables sector. If you bring a hunter's mindset, a consultative approach to solution selling, and the technical know-how to influence customers at the intersection of power and digital, we want you on our team. Based in Melbourne (preferred) however open to East Coast location for the right candidate

What You'll Be Doing

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across C&I, infrastructure, and renewable energy sectors
• Build and manage relationships with consultants, developers, EPCs, and asset owners to position Schneider Electric as the partner of choice
• Lead complex solution-selling engagements from early-stage concept through to proposal and closure
• Work closely with internal technical, sales, and delivery teams to deliver customer-aligned, software-enabled energy solutions
• Influence market direction by providing feedback to product and innovation teams based on evolving customer needs

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, or a related field (Master's preferred)
• 8-10+ years' experience in business development, solution sales, or energy consulting
• Proven success in the C&I, infrastructure, or renewable energy sectors
• Good knowledge of power distribution systems, substation automation, and Electrical SCADA
• Familiarity with digital energy platforms, IEC 61850, and modern energy-as-a-service models
• Confident communicator with a consultative sales approach and a hunter mindset

Why join Schneider Electric?

At Schneider Electric, you won't just sell solutions, you'll help reshape how energy is produced, managed, and consumed across Australia.

This role sits at the intersection of technology, sustainability, and strategy. You'll have the platform of a global leader, the agility of a local team, and the support to make a measurable impact fast.

Apply Today

This isn't just another job in energy. It's a career-defining opportunity to lead the next chapter of Australia's energy transformation with Schneider Electric behind you every step of the way. If you're ready to unlock new market potential, deliver impactful energy solutions, and help customers future-proof their operations — apply today

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.

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

€36 billion global revenue

+13% organic growth

employees in 100+ countries

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