About PowerTec
Power Technology Engineered Solutions Pty Ltd (PowerTec)
PowerTec is an independent, Australian, family-owned energy technology company. We are a producer, manufacturer, and system integrator of advanced microgrid and power system strength products and systems.
Since 2014, we have grown organically, delivering over twenty battery energy storage systems and microgrids across Australia—many of them firsts for complex utility and industrial applications.
Our Products and Systems Provide End-to-End Solutions
- Exceptional power system strength
- High fault tolerance
- Seamless integration for on-grid and off-grid networks with diverse local generation and dynamic loads
PowerTec’s solutions are built on our mature products, developed from the ground up, and deep power systems expertise, spanning every layer of the technology stack:
- Hardware – power electronics and batteries
- Control systems
- Applications, communication, and analytics software
Accordingly, we manage the full technology lifecycle—from design, development, and manufacturing to programming, commissioning, servicing, and offer standardised, yet configurable, systems tailored to customer needs.
Powering Quality Through Expertise and Collaboration
Our highly skilled and motivated team brings deep expertise across power systems, systems and control engineering, electrical and mechanical design, control software, cloud software, and communications.
Moreover, PowerTec collaborates with a trusted network of local and international strategic partners, including high-quality sub-component manufacturers, to ensure both product excellence and reliable project delivery. In addition, we maintain strong R&D collaborations with industry and academia, driving innovation and continuous improvement in our technologies.
OHSEQ Management
We have established an Integrated Management System according to ISO9001:2015 (Quality), ISO14001:2015 (Environment), and AS/NZS4801:2001 / ISO 45001:2018 (OH&S). Implemented as a collaborative web platform, termed the ‘PowerTec-Wiki’, it ensures continuous improvement and fosters team participation.
Accordingly, we strive to provide a safe and healthy work environment. Above all, the quality of our work and products reflects how we value our customers. PowerTec is inherently committed to making a difference in the environment. We are working to decarbonise the electricity supply while also providing a viable solution for both large corporations and SMEs to participate in building a more sustainable energy future. We recognise the collaborative nature of progress and engage with our customers to enhance our mutual growth. Our policies are rooted in these fundamental values.
Leadership
We are a dynamic, diverse, fast-growing team of purpose-driven individuals with an appreciation for smart solutions. Meet the Management:
Dr. Michael R Jansen – MD and Principal Engineer
Michael is PowerTec’s founder, managing director and principal engineer. He brings with him twenty years of experience as a business unit manager at global energy and industrial solutions corporations in Germany, India, China and Australia.
Passionate about innovative control, power electronics, and power systems engineering, Michael has been engaged in this field for thirty years. He has been pivotal in developing and delivering groundbreaking Australian Microgrid and Battery Energy Storage projects. He holds a doctoral degree in Control Engineering / Machine Learning from the University of Duisburg, Germany.
Jonathon McLauchlan GAICD – Finance & Supply Chain
As Manager – Finance and Supply Chain, Jonathon is in charge of the company’s financial processes, maintains the accounts, and controls the business’ quality assurance. He also manages PowerTec’s purchasing and supply chain, liaises and negotiates with international suppliers, and handles transport and customs processes.
Jonathon’s entrepreneurial experience is based on several years in his own retail business.
A Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, Jonathon holds an MBA from UniSA, a BCom from Deakin University and a Bachelor of Business Information Systems from Monash University.
Daniel Cleyne – Software Engineering
Daniel is an experienced Software Solutions Architect with a thirty-year history of working in the IT industry. He has a wealth of experience in system development and support across various roles, technologies, and application domains, from medical systems to energy.
As Head of Software Engineering, Daniel leads the design and development of PowerTec’s PaDECS end-to-end software architectures and solutions, translating user, functional, resilience and performance requirements to applications using suitable software technologies.
Meet The Team
