Solar Electrician

Fuse is on a mission to revolutionise the renewable energy industry by building a terawatt of clean energy to power the world. With over $78 million raised from top-tier investors like Balderton, Lakestar, Accel, Creandum, Lowercarbon, and Ribbit, Fuse is poised for rapid expansion. Our leadership includes founders Alan Chang, former CRO of Revolut, and Charles Orr, former strategy lead at Revolut and investor at Mosaic Ventures. As we expand our operations within the UK, we are looking to launch and aggressively grow our commercial solar PV installation segment.

Role Overview

As a Solar Electrician for Fuse’s dedicated Solar PV division, you will be pivotal role in scaling a rapidly growing business line. This is a directly involved position suited to experienced Solar professionals with strong technical capabilities, project leadership skills and an established understanding of the Solar market.

You will be responsible for end-to-end delivery of residential & commercial projects, from initial proposal designs and grid applications through to installation oversight and commissioning, whilst contributing to the strategic expansion of the division.

Responsibilities

Project Management

• Lead Solar PV projects from conception to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget and technical requirements.
• Manage through the operational lifecycle including planning, execution, monitoring and completion.
• Coordinate internal teams, subcontractors, local authorities and Distribution Network Operators (DNOs).
• Conduct financial modelling for project feasibility and potential scenarios.

Technical Design:

• Design optimised Solar PV systems across roof-mounted, ground-mounted, industrial or bespoke structures.
• Produce technical designs, layouts and system specifications, while maintaining compliance with regulations as required.
• Utilise software tools such as OpenSolar or PVSyst to model and optimise system yield and performance.

Grid Connections:

• Liaise between relevant DNOs and clients to submit G98/G99 applications.
• Manage the grid connections process from application through to approval and energisation.

Business Strategy:

• Develop and grow the Solar PV division.
• Identify commercial opportunities and analyse strategic partnerships, including supplier and contractor negotiations.
• Leverage industry relationships to build a robust project pipeline across the Solar PV supply chain.

• Proven experience in residential and/or C&I Solar PV design and project management
• Strong electrical background with demonstrable technical leadership
• Experience managing grid connections for projects
• 3+ years’ experience in the Solar sector
• Track record of successfully delivered Solar PV projects
• Ability and willingness to travel and work across the UK

Qualifications & Certifications

Essential

• Full Level 3 Electrical Installation Qualification
• City & Guilds 2382-22 (BS7671 Wiring Regulations)

Desirable

• Dedicated Solar PV qualification – City & Guilds 2399 or EAL Solar PV

• Base Salary: £45,000
• London-Weighted Salary: £50,000
• Two-Sided Referral Bonus