About Signify
Through bold discovery and cutting-edge innovation, we lead an industry that is vital for the future of our planet: lighting. Through our leadership in connected lighting and the Internet of Things, we're breaking new ground in data analytics, AI, and smart solutions for homes, offices, cities, and beyond.
At Signify, you can shape tomorrow by building on our incredible 125+ year legacy while working toward even bolder sustainability goals. Our culture of continuous learning, creativity, and commitment to diversity and inclusion empowers you to grow your skills and career.
Join us, and together, we’ll transform our industry, making a lasting difference for brighter lives and a better world.
More about the role
We are seeking a Systems Engineer to join our Pacific Systems & Services team in Australia. In this role, you will provide advanced technical expertise across the design, delivery, and commissioning of complex connected lighting systems, supporting major infrastructure and commercial projects – including programs such as the North East Link in Victoria.
You will be responsible to:
- Develop and review technical designs, schematics, and programmable building blocks, ensuring compliance with project requirements and system integration.
- Work directly with customers to understand requirements, provide technical guidance, and lead discussions across design, delivery, commissioning, and handover phases.
- Support sales and proposal development by providing technical solutions, contributing to system architecture, and validating feasibility against scope and cost.
- Coordinate and perform system commissioning (remote and on-site), including preparation of startup plans, system testing, and turnover packages.
- Prepare and maintain system documentation, including test procedures, commissioning records, and as-built documentation for project completion and handover.
- Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Proposal Managers, Technical Designers, and external commissioning partners to ensure seamless project delivery.
- Manage and support commissioning partners by providing technical guidance, validating quality of work, and ensuring adherence to Signify standards.
- Monitor system performance against project scope and budget, managing punch list items and resolving technical issues through to completion.
- Prepare and deliver user training, instructions, and manuals to customers to enable effective system operation.
- Build and test mock-ups where required to validate subsystem functionality and interoperability.
- Contribute to continuous improvement by providing feedback on system performance, design enhancements, and building block optimisation.
- Support multiple projects concurrently, balancing technical quality, timelines, and cost requirements.
While we value and appreciate all applicants, we believe that the following experience and skills will be needed to shine brightly in this job opening:
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Experience working with lighting controls, building automation, or connected infrastructure systems.
- Proven expertise in system integration, commissioning, and technical delivery across complex projects.
- Experience contributing to large-scale infrastructure or commercial developments involving multiple stakeholders.
- Strong ability to operate as a technical contributor, collaborating across engineering, sales, and project delivery teams.
Applicants must hold valid Australia working rights to be considered for this position.
Everything we’ll do for you
You can grow a lasting career here. We’ll encourage you, support you, and challenge you. We’ll help you learn and progress in a way that’s right for you, with coaching and mentoring along the way. We’ll listen to you too, because we see and value every one of our 27,000+ people. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a full spectrum of bright ideas. With a global workforce present in 70+ countries, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where every voice is heard and valued, helping us all achieve more together.
Come join us, and together we can light up the future.
