Electrical Engineer

Company Overview
Focused Energy is a pioneering fusion energy start-up committed to generating clean electrical energy to responsibly address future global demand. Founded by world-leading laser and plasma physicists together with experienced entrepreneurs, Focused Energy is developing commercial laser-induced inertial fusion technology as a clean, scalable, and economically viable power solution.

Role Summary

The Electrical Engineer will develop and deliver the electrical system design for the TTE project, including power distribution, equipment wiring, electrical interfaces, safety systems, and commissioning support. This role supports all phases of the project from conceptual design to operations and future modifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design for TTE, including power distribution and wiring architecture.

• Develop electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and cable routing strategies.

• Define electrical interfaces between diagnostic, mechanical, and control systems.

• Ensure NEC, NFPA, and facility safety compliance across all installations.

• Support electrical installation planning, panel design, protective devices, and interlocks.

• Assist with commissioning, functional testing, and fault diagnosis.

• Adapt electrical systems as the project evolves through design, testing, and operations.

• Work with suppliers, contractors, and internal teams to ensure high-quality electrical implementation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.

• 5+ years of experience in industrial, research, or laboratory electrical system design.

• Strong background in power distribution, electrical protection, grounding, and control wiring.

• Ability to produce electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and cable routing documentation.

• Experience designing or integrating electrical panels, instrumentation circuits, or interlock systems.

• Strong knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and electrical safety standards applicable to laboratory or industrial environments.

• Experience supporting electrical installation, testing, and commissioning in a technical facility.

• Ability to work around and integrate HV, LV, and control circuits safely and effectively.

• Cross-functional experience working with mechanical, controls, and diagnostics teams.

• Eligibility to work in the United States (Austin, Texas).

Preferred Knowledge Base

• Experience with industrial electrical systems, panel design, and control wiring.

• Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and electrical safety practices.

• Familiarity with instrumentation, interlocks, or low-voltage power distribution.

• Experience supporting complex R&D or scientific equipment installations.

• Understanding of grounding strategies, shielding, and noise mitigation in sensitive systems.

• Experience with cleanroom or scientific facilities.

Personal Qualities

• Methodical, detail-focused engineering mindset.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams.

• Ability to take initiative and work independently when needed.

• Practical, hands-on approach to installation and troubleshooting activities.

• Commitment to safety and high technical standards.

Work Requirements

• Ability to work onsite at the Austin facility during installation, commissioning, and testing activities.

• Willingness to support extended hours during critical integration phases.

• Comfortable working around high-voltage systems under appropriate controls.

• Ability to travel for vendor interaction, design reviews, or system integration meetings.

Focused Energy is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Focused Energy will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, benefits.