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Head of Electrical & Controls Engineering

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Realta Fusion Inc.

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Job Description:

Lead the electrical power and control systems that bring fusion devices to life, owning the strategy and execution that scales high-power, mission-critical systems from experimental hardware to commercial fusion plants. The Head of Electrical & Controls Engineering will lead the design, development, and integration of electrical power systems, control systems, and instrumentation for Realta's magnetic mirror fusion devices. This senior technical leadership role demands deep expertise in high-power electrical systems and control architecture, proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, and the vision to scale systems from experimental devices to commercial power plants. You will own electrical and controls strategy across our development roadmap, ensuring designs meet performance requirements while advancing safety, reliability, and cost objectives.

Job Responsibility:

  • Define electrical and controls engineering strategy from experimental devices through commercial deployment
  • Own technical decisions for power systems, control architecture, instrumentation, data acquisition, and system integration
  • Lead design reviews for high-power electrical systems, power supplies, plasma heating systems, and control infrastructure
  • Partner with physics and other engineering teams to translate requirements into electrical and controls designs
  • Build, lead, and mentor electrical and controls engineering team
  • Establish technical standards, design processes, and safety protocols for electrical and controls systems
  • Recruit top talent and develop engineering capabilities across power systems, controls, and instrumentation
  • Lead design of electrical distribution, power supplies, plasma heating power systems, and control architecture
  • Drive integration of electrical systems with mechanical, vacuum, cryogenic, diagnostic, and safety systems
  • Oversee electrical analysis, controls simulation, and system modeling to validate and optimize designs
  • Ensure designs meet electrical codes, facility requirements, and safety standards
  • Deliver electrical and controls scope on schedule and budget for experimental campaigns and pilot plant development
  • Manage engineering budget, resource allocation, and equipment procurement
  • Coordinate with vendors on specialized electrical equipment including power supplies, switchgear, and control systems
  • Drive design optimization to reduce cost and improve manufacturability
  • Represent electrical and controls capabilities to investors, partners, and technical stakeholders
  • Collaborate with national laboratories, universities, and equipment manufacturers
  • Engage with utility partners and regulatory agencies on power systems and grid integration

Requirements:

  • BS in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related discipline. Advanced degree preferred
  • 15+ years electrical/controls engineering experience in power-intensive industries (power generation, accelerators, large-scale research facilities, grid infrastructure)
  • 5+ years leading engineering teams of 5+ people
  • Track record delivering high-power electrical systems and control architecture from concept through commissioning
  • Deep expertise in electrical power systems, power electronics, motor drives, and high-voltage systems
  • Strong background in control systems, instrumentation, data acquisition, and real-time control architecture
  • Proficiency with electrical design tools (ETAP, SKM, AutoCAD Electrical) and controls platforms (PLC, SCADA, real-time systems)
  • Experience with high-power systems (MW-scale), electrical safety, and arc flash analysis
  • Knowledge of electrical codes and standards (NEC, IEEE, NFPA 70E)
  • Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing engineering teams
  • Strong communication skills across technical and business audiences
  • Demonstrated success with complex, first-of-a-kind electrical systems
  • Comfortable in fast-paced startup environments with schedule pressure and evolving requirements
What we offer:
  • Competitive compensation package, including equity stock options
  • Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, plus a 401(k)
  • Flexible paid time off (PTO) to support work-life balance

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 04, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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