Technical Project Manager

• Coordinate all R&D workstreams, maintaining clear schedules across experiments and milestones
• Manage resource allocation across lab assistants, operators, and specialised equipment
• Oversee experiment logistics, including materials, chemicals, and component procurement or production
• Track and report spending on materials, consumables, and external testing
• Monitor experiment progress and results across all active projects
• Prepare clear reports for R&D leadership on milestones, findings, risks, and budget status
• Act as the communication hub to keep the R&D team aligned on priorities and schedules

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or engineering field (e.g., Photovoltaics Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Physics)
• 3+ years of project or program management experience in an R&D, laboratory, or technical environment
• Experience with resource planning, scheduling, and coordinating personnel or equipment
• Experience tracking project budgets or cost centres
• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to juggle competing priorities
• Proficiency with project management and data-tracking tools
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to convert complex technical information into clear reports

PMP or similar project management certification

• Access SunDrive’s Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP)
• Company-wide L&D Fund for courses, coaching, and technical development
• Dedicated weekly learning time
• 2 days of paid L&D leave per year
• Unlimited rollover on annual and personal leave
• Parental Leave: 13 weeks primary / 6 weeks secondary caregiver leave
• Paid antenatal leave and support for early arrivals, surrogacy, and return-to-work planning
• Free, confidential EAP support for employees and immediate family
• EV-only novated leasing
• Weekly transport (tolls and public transport) allowance up to $45
• Wednesday lunches covered
• snacks and drinks onsite