Grid Integration Engineer (Battery Storage)

TL;DR

Grid Integration Engineer (Battery Storage): Conduct data center and large load interconnection studies and steady-state transmission analysis with an accent on identifying network upgrade risks, evaluating mitigation options, and guiding projects through ISO/RTO and utility processes. Focus on automating analytical workflows using Python and AI-enabled tools while supporting technical due diligence across ERCOT, MISO, SPP, and PJM.

Company

hirify.global develops, finances, owns, and operates standalone energy storage projects that provide critical services to the wholesale electric market.

What you will do

• Run steady-state transmission system analysis (e.g., TARA) to evaluate large load and data center interconnection opportunities and assess upgrade risk.
• Analyze large load interconnection and transmission service requests across U.S. markets, with emphasis on ERCOT, MISO, SPP, and PJM.
• Review utility/ISO/consultant study results to determine feasibility, upgrade exposure, and schedule risk.
• Build data-driven tools, screening methods, and dashboards to improve interconnection evaluation and portfolio prioritization.
• Use Python to automate data processing, study workflows, and repetitive analytical tasks.
• Engage in interconnection scoping meetings and support technical due diligence and stakeholder communications.

Requirements

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering required; M.S. preferred (Power Systems/Energy Systems).
• 2–3 years (3+ years stated) of professional experience in power/energy with focus on transmission, interconnection, or power systems analysis.
• Strong power systems analysis fundamentals and ability to interpret study results.
• Proficiency with TARA for transmission system analysis (or strong adjacent experience with comparable tools).
• Strong Python skills for automation and data analysis.
• Working knowledge of stakeholder processes, planning structures, and market rules in ERCOT, MISO, SPP, and PJM.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible work from home or hybrid work from hirify.global offices (San Francisco, Houston, Chicago, Seattle, New York, Palm Beach, Birmingham).
• Unlimited vacation, work from home stipend, educational assistance, and parental leave.
• Annual bonus program eligibility.
• Supportive, learning-focused culture with opportunities for in-person connection.

Hiring process

• Application deadline: 7/18/26.
• Interviews and technical evaluation focused on power systems, interconnection studies, and automation with Python.