Electrical Distribution Engineer

About the role

Proxima Fusion, a fusion company developing the hardware and infrastructure for a commercial stellarator fusion power plant, is looking for an Electrical Distribution Engineer in Zurich. The role shapes the plant's electrical architecture and its interaction with internal consumers and the wider electrical grid, and drives the modernization of power system monitoring, diagnostics and predictive maintenance.

Key responsibilities

• Define and develop the plant's electrical architecture for reliable and efficient operation across diverse loads and systems.
• Lead grid integration studies and analyses, including load flow, fault, stability, power quality and protection coordination assessments.
• Specify and oversee the integration of electrical equipment such as transformers, switchgear, protection systems and power conversion technologies.
• Establish monitoring, diagnostics and condition-based maintenance approaches to improve asset reliability and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Develop predictive maintenance frameworks using operational and equipment health data.
• Evaluate opportunities for advanced grid services such as flexibility, ancillary services and demand response.
• Explore digital and online services that can improve plant performance and operational visibility.

Required profile

• University degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Computer Science or equivalent.
• Strong background in electrical engineering, control systems or a related field, with hands-on experience in industrial environments.
• Adaptable and motivated to grow with evolving technologies and increasing system complexity.
• Experience in grid integration or electrical infrastructure for industrial, utility-scale or energy-related facilities is a plus.
• Knowledge of reactive power compensation is a plus.