Base Power Company
System Design and Architecture Engineer
Base Power Company - Austin, Texas, us, 78716
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Our mission at Base is to fix the power grid and enable affordable and reliable electricity for all. To do that, we are building America’s Next-Generation Power Company; the first engineering-led, technology-focused, R&D-driven electricity company. We are a team of tenacious engineers, operators, and creatives who have solved hard problems and are here to do it again. About Base
Our mission at Base is to fix the power grid and enable affordable and reliable electricity for all. To do that, we are building America’s Next-Generation Power Company; the first engineering-led, technology-focused, R&D-driven electricity company. We are a team of tenacious engineers, operators, and creatives who have solved hard problems and are here to do it again.
If you’re passionate about tackling one of the most critical challenges of our time, now is the time to join us. Together, we can usher in a new era of American energy abundance.
About The Role
We are looking for a System Design and Architecture Engineer to own the power, data, and control architecture for Base’s battery and inverter system. You’ll make system-level tradeoffs that impact performance, safety, and cost.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in electrical systems and experience designing across hardware, firmware, and mechanical boundaries.
Responsibilities
Own the architecture (power, information, authority flows) for an in-house battery & grid tied inverter system.
Required Skills / Qualifications
5+ years expertise system design / architecture and integration for electronics systems - conversant in the trade space cost between batteries and inverters. Strong understanding of cross-boundary failure modes, DFMEA & functional safety principles. Strong electrical engineering fundamentals. Strong firmware fundamentals. Strong mechanical intuition.
Our Values
We’re Building a Winning Culture And We’re Looking For People Who Are Up For The Challenge. Here’s What We Expect From Day One
In-Person Only: We work full-time in the office. No hybrid. No remote. Challenge the Status Quo: Question assumptions. Fix broken systems. Principles > rules. Move Fast: Focus on what matters, act quickly, and learn by doing. Give & Get Feedback: Be direct, be humble. Challenge ideas–including your own. Own the Outcome: Take full responsibility. Deliver results. No excuses. Act Like an Owner: Be resourceful, mindful of impact, and committed to the business. Be Decisive: Drive clarity. Make bold calls with imperfect info. Bring the Intensity: This is not a 9-to-5. We're building something hard which requires real commitment.
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System Design and Architecture Engineer
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Base Power Company 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
System Design and Architecture Engineer
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Base Power Company About Base
Our mission at Base is to fix the power grid and enable affordable and reliable electricity for all. To do that, we are building America’s Next-Generation Power Company; the first engineering-led, technology-focused, R&D-driven electricity company. We are a team of tenacious engineers, operators, and creatives who have solved hard problems and are here to do it again. About Base
Our mission at Base is to fix the power grid and enable affordable and reliable electricity for all. To do that, we are building America’s Next-Generation Power Company; the first engineering-led, technology-focused, R&D-driven electricity company. We are a team of tenacious engineers, operators, and creatives who have solved hard problems and are here to do it again.
If you’re passionate about tackling one of the most critical challenges of our time, now is the time to join us. Together, we can usher in a new era of American energy abundance.
About The Role
We are looking for a System Design and Architecture Engineer to own the power, data, and control architecture for Base’s battery and inverter system. You’ll make system-level tradeoffs that impact performance, safety, and cost.
This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in electrical systems and experience designing across hardware, firmware, and mechanical boundaries.
Responsibilities
Own the architecture (power, information, authority flows) for an in-house battery & grid tied inverter system.
Required Skills / Qualifications
5+ years expertise system design / architecture and integration for electronics systems - conversant in the trade space cost between batteries and inverters. Strong understanding of cross-boundary failure modes, DFMEA & functional safety principles. Strong electrical engineering fundamentals. Strong firmware fundamentals. Strong mechanical intuition.
Our Values
We’re Building a Winning Culture And We’re Looking For People Who Are Up For The Challenge. Here’s What We Expect From Day One
In-Person Only: We work full-time in the office. No hybrid. No remote. Challenge the Status Quo: Question assumptions. Fix broken systems. Principles > rules. Move Fast: Focus on what matters, act quickly, and learn by doing. Give & Get Feedback: Be direct, be humble. Challenge ideas–including your own. Own the Outcome: Take full responsibility. Deliver results. No excuses. Act Like an Owner: Be resourceful, mindful of impact, and committed to the business. Be Decisive: Drive clarity. Make bold calls with imperfect info. Bring the Intensity: This is not a 9-to-5. We're building something hard which requires real commitment.
Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Base Power Company by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “System Design Engineer” roles.
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