Electrical Engineer - Solar EPC

Job Description

Fuse Energy is a forward-thinking renewable energy startup on a mission to deliver a terawatt of renewable energy - fast. We're combining first-principles thinking with cutting-edge technology to build a radically better energy system. We raised $170M from top-tier investors including Multicoin, Balderton, Lakestar, Accel, Creandum, Lowercarbon, Ribbit, Box Group and strategic angels like Nico Rosberg, the Co-Founder of Solana and GPs behind Meta, Revolut, Spotify, Uber and more.

We're creating a fully integrated energy company: from developing solar, wind and hydrogen projects to real-time power trading and distributed energy installations. By selling directly to consumers, we cut out the middleman, lower costs and pass on savings to customers.

But we're not stopping there. We're also building the Energy Network: a decentralised platform of smart devices that rewards users in Energy Dollars for electrifying their homes, shifting usage to off-peak hours, and helping balance the grid. This network strengthens grid stability - a critical foundation for scaling AI data centers and other energy-intensive industries.

Purpose

The Electrical Engineer will provide electrical engineering expertise across the UK utility-scale solar and BESS portfolio, supporting projects from development through construction and commissioning.

This role is focused on technical assurance, grid compliance, and electrical performance of projects, ensuring all systems are delivered safely, compliantly, and in line with operational and grid requirements. The position will work closely with internal teams, EPC contractors, and external consultants to support successful project delivery.

This position reports to the Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities we will trust you with

Electrical Engineering & Assurance

• Act as the electrical SME across utility-scale solar and BESS projects
• Review and validate designs from consultants and EPC contractors
• Ensure systems are compliant, fit for purpose, and aligned with project requirements
• Provide technical challenge to optimise performance and reliability

Grid & Compliance

• Review grid connection agreements and ensure DNO/TSO compliance
• Oversee and validate grid studies conducted by third parties
• Ensure compliance with UK Grid Code, G99/G100, and relevant standards
• Support regulatory and technical compliance across all project phases

Project Delivery

• Provide electrical support from development through commissioning
• Act as key interface between internal teams and EPC contractors
• Review deliverables and respond to technical queries (RFIs/TQs)
• Support handover to operations, ensuring performance expectations are met

Construction & Commissioning

• Support site activities including construction, energisation, and commissioning
• Witness testing of substations and grid connections
• Troubleshoot electrical issues during delivery and early operations
• Ensure as-built systems meet approved designs and grid requirements

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Collaborate with development, construction, and asset management teams
• Interface with DNOs/TSOs, ICPs, and external advisors
• Support lender technical due diligence and independent engineer reviews

Requirements

Your areas of knowledge and expertise

• 4-8+ years of experience in electrical engineering within the power or renewable energy sector
• Experience working on utility-scale solar, BESS, or power infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of MV/HV systems, substations, and grid connection infrastructure
• Familiarity with UK grid connection processes and standards (DNO/TSO, Grid Code, G99/G100)
• Experience reviewing electrical studies (load flow, fault level, protection coordination)
• Exposure to commissioning and energisation of electrical systems
• Ability to review and challenge third-party engineering deliverables
• Strong understanding of electrical safety and compliance requirements

As a person

• Strong attention to detail with a focus on safety and compliance
• Confident in challenging external contractors and consultants
• Proactive, solutions-oriented, and comfortable in a delivery-focused environment
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across multiple stakeholders