Energy System Engineer

What Do We Do?

Born in 2021 from the desire to make cities less polluted and quieter, Electra is helping to shift usage towards electric mobility by tackling the main barrier: charging.

Electra is constantly innovating to make electric vehicle charging easier , with a network of fast charging stations (20 minutes on average) and a maximally simplified user experience.

Based in Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux, Nantes, Brussels, Madrid, Zurich, Vienna, Munich, Milan and Amsterdam, Electra's teams aim to deploy a network of 15,000 fast charging points by 2030 , proud to contribute to the energy transition in Europe.

In 4 years, we have:

• Deployed +500 stations and over 2000 fast-charging points

• Secured thousands of stations to establish Electra as a leader in the European market

• Opened several offices in France and Europe

• Raised over 750 million in equity and debt financing from renowned investors and institutions

• Joined the French Tech Next 40 and won the European Scale-up of the Year 2024 award

• Assembled a team of over 240 talents and this is just the beginning !

Your Missions

We are looking for a motivated and skilled Energy System Engineer to join our Industry team and contribute to the development and deployment of next-generation EV charging infrastructure across Europe. You will play a key role in the design, commissioning, and optimization of electrical systems supporting our charging stations, working closely with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, international environment.

Your responsibilities

• Design and size EV charging stations and their electrical components (cables, LV cabinets, fuses, chargers, inverters, circuit breakers, etc.) using dedicated industry tools.
• Read and interpret electrical design plans and calculation notes.
• Analyze and challenge technical design choices to optimize performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency.
• Evaluate different grid architectures (AC/DC, low and high voltage) and support the integration of batteries (BESS), photovoltaic systems (PV), and energy management systems (EMS).
• Ensure safety and compliance are central to all design and implementation decisions.
• Assess and minimize energy losses in electrical systems.
• Ensure full compliance with national and European electrical installation regulations and standards.

On-Site Commissioning & Field Support

• Participate in on-site commissioning and startup activities of EV infrastructure, including PV, EMS, and BESS systems.
• Ensure proper system operation and validate conformity to technical specifications.
• Identify, diagnose, and resolve technical issues on the field to ensure uptime and reliability.

Project Support & Collaboration

• Provide technical support to project teams to ensure smooth deployment of infrastructure.
• Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, and construction partners throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support multiple infrastructure deployment projects in parallel.
• Contribute to technical audits and propose continuous improvements for existing installations.

Your Profile

• Experience in electrical engineering, in electrical infrastructure design and hardware sizing
• Familiarity with AC/DC systems, grid integration, and electrical protection
• Proficiency with electrical design tools (e.g., elec calc, EPLAN, Caneco, AutoCAD Electrical, or equivalent)
• Strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance
• High level of autonomy, curiosity, and ability to learn quickly
• Strong organizational skills; able to manage multiple projects concurrently
• English and French fluent, both written and spoken (German a plus)

What Electra Offers You

• A key role in a massive international rollout of Europe’s largest fast-charging network
• Opportunities to grow across engineering, operations, and strategy
• A collaborative and mission-driven environment
• An attractive compensation package with fixed and variable components (evaluated and paid quarterly)
• Brand-new offices in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris
• 2 days of remote work per weekAlan health insurance (50% covered by Electra)
• Meal vouchers via Swile card (10/day, 50% covered by Electra)
• 25 paid vacation days + 12 RTT (reduction of working time) days
• SYNTEC collective agreement (including vacation bonus, additional leave for special occasions, etc.)
• A quarterly company-wide event with the entire Electra team
• Sustainable Mobility Package
• Access to the company benefits platform (CSE) with numerous perks (culture, sports, etc.)

At Electra, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels comfortable, safe, and free to be themselves, fully expressing their potential. We are committed to equal opportunities and do not tolerate discrimination based on religion, cultural background, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, or disability.


Even if you don’t tick all the boxes, we encourage you to apply! We value potential, motivation, and a growth mindset just as much as experience.