Power Systems Engineer (Tapestry)

TL;DR

Power Systems Engineer (Tapestry) (AI-powered electric grid): Transforming complex grid and network data into unified Common Information Model standards with an accent on model quality assurance, data ingestion, and validation frameworks. Focus on validating electrical simulation and geolocation, deploying production-ready grid models, and leading application-level user acceptance testing across multidisciplinary teams.

Location: Mountain View, California, with a flexible hybrid work model; this is a US-based role.

Salary: $159,000–$277,000 USD base salary, plus benefits and equity.

Company

hirify.global, develops ambitious technology solutions to address large-scale global challenges. Tapestry is an Alphabet-backed team building AI-powered tools for a cleaner, more reliable, and efficient electricity system.

What you will do

• Act as the technical bridge between engineering, product, and external partner teams to align grid-model data requirements.
• Support Product Management with domain expertise, model-ingestion user journeys, and functional requirements.
• Process and convert industry grid models into Common Information Model format using internal ingestion tools.
• Validate model quality, geolocation, electrical simulability, and compliance with use-case requirements.
• Stage validated grid models for testing and production applications.
• Lead user acceptance testing, coordinate end-user validation, and provide final engineering sign-off.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in power systems modeling and analysis.
• Deep understanding of power system topologies and hands-on experience with the Common Information Model standard and data conversion.
• Knowledge of power flow, short-circuit analysis, transient stability, and economic dispatch.
• Experience with power system analysis software, physical grid GIS data, and operational datasets.
• Programming experience with Matlab, Python, JAX, C++, Julia, or similar languages, plus strong analytical and communication skills.

Nice to have

• Ph.D. or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field.
• Familiarity with open-source power systems tools, libraries, or data repositories.
• Experience delivering scalable solutions to complex software problems.
• Experience in startup or high-growth environments.

Culture & Benefits

• Ownership-focused culture centered on meaningful real-world impact.
• Flexible hybrid work model.
• Competitive salary, equity, and professional development opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous paid time off and a 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Opportunity to work in an Alphabet-backed environment with multidisciplinary international partners.

Hiring process

• Recruiter discussions provide details about the location-specific compensation range.
• Final compensation is determined by work location, skills, experience, education, and training.